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FABRICS

Fabulous Fabrics, a

Fresh Approach

by Stienie Greyling

extile design is often seen as a
conventional field with strict
Tguidelines and traditional
patterns dominating the industry.
However, there is a growing movement
towards embracing the unconventional Prints with splatters of colour, hues that prints to be taking over the interiors
and encouraging creativity in textile fade into one another and cloud shapes space.
design. By breaking away from will be popular in 2023. In addition,
traditional patterns and structures grass-blade strokes and lush green Contemporary country living.
designers are able to create unique and patterns will be major trends over the next Cottage core was one of the trends
innovative designs that challenge the several years. of 2022. In 2023 expect the trend to be
status quo. These designs often push updated, with the greens and creams of
the boundaries of what is possible with What are the fabric colour trends for last year with beautiful and delicate floral
textiles, and introduce new techniques 2023? prints. This is a perfect way to bring a bit
and materials in the industry. Key colours range from Sweet Coral, of the great outdoors into a home.
This year, expect fabric trends for every Faded Citrus, Satin Brass, Dark Cedar, Statement prints with trailing small-
home style. From large and bold florals Pewter and more. With Colours like scale florals capture the beauty of nature
to delicate and intricate detailing - there Wild Rose, Fuchsia, Yellow Freesia and and will be used on blinds, throws and
is something for every room and look. Turquoise Sea provide balance and hope upholstery to update English country
It is time to embrace an exciting range for Spring/Summer 2023 fabric trends. interiors.
of multi-coloured fabrics and plenty of
different textures. What are the four biggest fabric trends Heritage checks.
that we will be see everywhere in 2023? Checks were huge in homeware last
What textiles are popular in 2023? Domination of excessive fabric prints. year and the trend is likely to continue
Bouclé is expected to still be hugely Contemporary excessive fabrics prints this year with checks appearing on
popular which we will also see in a variety is a trend we will be seeing a lot of in accessories like cushions, napkins and
of colour palettes, not limited to the 2023. This means we can expect bold candles.
creams and oatmeal we had in 2022. architectural shapes and bright floral

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