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Furnishing Fabric Fashion March - April 2024

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<strong>Furnishing</strong> <strong>Fabric</strong> <strong>Fashion</strong><br />

MULTICOLOUR 4.2<br />

3. CROSSOVER CREATIVITY<br />

In this styling direction “Crossover Creativity” we notice that the attention for<br />

hand crafted products has grown. One-of-a-kind products, preferably with imperfections,<br />

wabi sabi, are valued and add character and personality to an interior.<br />

It also tells the story of the resident. Traditional techniques are appreciated<br />

such as ikat, shibori, tie & dye, kilims etc. We see new interpretations of these<br />

century-old techniques, for instance in unexpected combinations or different<br />

applications. Natural materials are in demand, such as wood, cork and bamboo,<br />

raffia, rattan, terra cotta, linen, hemp etc. We love the irregularities that show in<br />

the application of the materials, the unevenness and unpredictability, caused by<br />

chance. The expressions of different cultures with their local materials, skills and<br />

knowledge are blended into a highly personal interior, with a bohemian character.<br />

Especially the handwork from Morocco and in general from Africa shows<br />

in carpets, textiles, wicker work and ceramics to name a few. As in other styling<br />

directions textures are appreciated here too. Handmade cushions show embroideries,<br />

fringes, tassels and are hand tufted. Products from recycled materials or<br />

other conscious sources, will gain importance. We see sometimes archaic and<br />

primitive shapes. We also see tribal products such as masks.

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