The Textile Eye - Report 10
Staying Power
What makes an iconic American design? Join us for a look at style-defining color and pattern, from historical companies established during the gilded age to mid-century masters to the cutting-edge designers defining the tastes of tomorrow. Three Q&As take us into the world of wallpaper. Profiles cover Lori Weitzner, the BADG designers involved in the Orejen for S. Harris collection, and the amazing Suzie Zuzek, the talent behind vintage Lilly Pulitzer.

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Highlights from the Paris Shows: Return to Paris for Maison&Objet and Deco Off with our Spring 2024 report. We're bringing you exclusive insights into historic heritage houses, cutting-edge collections, and the latest in interior design. Read about the traditions of craftsmanship and modern approaches from today’s working designers, including established manufacturers like Lelièvre and Rinck, and independent talents like Ghislaine Garcin and Benoît Averly. Our report features a practical collection of emerging color palettes, capturing the fresh schemes presented at the shows. With captivating profiles, immersive photography, and unique viewpoints, come along as we explore the past, embrace the present, and anticipate the future of design.
A plethora of new introductions celebrated the return to January dates for Maison et Objet & Paris Deco Off. From Braquenié’s spectacular 200th-year collection to the unveiling of archival reissues at many companies, the remarkable power of reinvention was evident. Modern design also delivered excitement. From figurative and geometric to organic and subtle the important ideas are distilled into 10 themes. Our expanded color section details 17 palettes, shades, and treatments predominant at the shows. Interviews and a museum visit round out the report.
A comprehensive view of the influential Spring shows Maison et Objet and Déco off. The best of the season’s new offerings are curated into inspiring themes from understated luxury textures to exuberantly witty conversationals. Key colors are explored in easy-to-use palettes complete with HEX references. A dive into the world of French savoir-faire reveals stunning heirloom-quality products and deep family histories. Our exhibition report on Yves Saint-Laurent leaves you with an inspiring look at a brilliant design mind.
What’s Inside
Seven curated themes documenting new directions
Paris Color Report with analysis and color chips
Q&A’s with top practitioners of French savoir-faire, including straw marquetry, bespoke furniture, and classic bistro chairs
Profiles of several textile brands and artists detailing what makes their work uniquely French
An inspiring look at the Yves Saint-Laurent exhibitions that took over the museums of Paris
Longing to return to Paris to check out the new collections? Despite the shadow of COVID-19, creation and development have continued. Spring launches invite us to escape to getaway destinations ranging from nostalgic to fantastical, quirky to luxurious. An in-depth color report breaks down the palettes. Three profiles usher you into the best of the rug world, and we conclude with a look at couture lace, courtesy of the TexteilMuseum in the Netherlands.
A visit to Paris just before COVID-19. Design themes and inspiring color palettes from the influential Paris January shows, plus a look at tapestry from Renaissance master works The Lady and the Unicorn to Le Corbusier’s mid-century works.
Current themes from Decorex International to showrooms from Chelsea Harbour and beyond, plus seven special profiles on London-based brands and bespoke designers and a look at this year’s Frieze London, including their special exhibit Woven.
Design themes and inspiring color palettes from the influential Paris January shows as well as a few in-depth museum visits, and a special interview with designer James Malone.