By Jason Grant
My job as a stylist is to share what I see happening in the market here, there and everywhere. As always, I donโt suggest you be a slave to trends but there is no escaping their influence. Choose to get onboard or ignore completely, itโs up to you!
The biggest trend on the radar is soft brights. They are going to be big! Pantone led the way with the announcement of their two colours of the year for 2016: Serenity and Rose Quartz. This pale blue and pale pink will be the leading colours in this trend of soft shades. Minimal black and white and the Scandi look are at saturation point, so itโs time to embrace colour and add some to your space. A new year and a fresh start — no need to reinvent, just a little evolution.
I understand colour isnโt for everyone but these soft shades are easy to work with. For those not brave enough to play with colour in a big way, start small with textiles, cushions and accessories. And, for those more brave, think floor rugs, bed linen and artworks for a bigger statement. I recommend Urban Roadย forย affordable and fashion forward artworks.ย These dream-like shades have a nod to nostalgia and a touch of ’50s retro. Add a fresh update with some new linen, perhapsย Aura Home,ย they areย always up to date with on-trend textiles and a mix of colour and patterns.
In general, 2016 will be pretty but not too feminine.
Another trendย to keep in mind coming into the new year is aย focus on comfortable homes.ย We take pride in our homes and now more than ever, our emphasisย will be on entertaining and relaxing in our individual spaces. So collect and surround yourself with things that make you happy as well as secure and comfortable. Remember itโs your home and it should feel good!
— Mr Jason Grant is a stylist, author and the newlyย appointed ambassador for Life Instyle, Sydney (18-to-21ย February, 2016).
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