The document summarizes home decor color trends for spring 2012, noting that tropical and beach-inspired colors like reds, oranges, yellows, aquas and teals will be popular. Pink and orange as well as gray and yellow color combinations will also be in style. Pantone's color of the year, tangerine tango, will be seen in home decor, fashion and accessories to brighten up interiors. Neutral tones will still pair well with the brighter hues, and graphic patterns inspired by global cultures will also be trendy.

1. While at the Las Vegas Home Furnishings World Market
recently, I was excited to see that on the scene for spring
2012 will be tropical and beach inspired colors that are
seemingly saturated by the sun. Luscious reds, oranges,
yellows, aquas, and teals will be extremely popular. Bright
and happy is a good way to describe the new spring colors.
Look for blue-greens in every possible shade. Think ocean
colors - rich and luscious. Apple green will also be popular
this spring.

2. Pink and orange will be a popular color combination. Not
normally seen together, the combination of these two
colors creates a playful feeling. Another popular color
combination for spring will be gray and yellow. These two
colors, like pink and orange, aren't normally used
together. The combination is quite pleasing, and adds
warmth to cool gray.

3. Pantone's color of the year, tangerine tango, an energetic
reddish-orange, will be seen in fashion as well as home
decor. This lively hue will brighten up the darkest room.
Just a splash of this color is enough to create energy in an
otherwise subdued interior. Try it on throw pillows,
throws, lamps, accessories, and artwork.

4. Also look for these bright colors in garden accessories and
outdoor decor. Indoor-outdoor fabrics have come a long
way and are now available in a multitude of patterns and
colors. Always look for 100% solution-dyed acrylic for
outdoor use. These fabrics won't fade and will last for
years in the sun. These indoor-outdoor fabrics are also
wonderful for heavy indoor use like breakfast nook chairs
and kitchen bar stools.

5. Neutrals are always in style. It's always a good idea to
keep large upholstered pieces neutral. Warm beiges,
taupes, and grays all pair well with the tropical and beach
inspired hues. Create a whole new look by just changing
out art and accessories.

6. A variety of patterns are being seen in interior fabrics.
Evident at the recent Las Vegas Market were graphic
patterns that invoke indigenous cultures. A sign of our
global economy, these patterns are becoming very
popular. Also fashionable are designs inspired by lattice
work, iron gates, and Turkish architecture, as well as
syncopated patterns, abstracts, and geometrics.

7. I saw lots of artwork and wall decor in these luscious
shades of red, orange, yellow, and blue-greens. Abstract
paintings full of life, as well as beautiful florals of poppies,
calla lilies, and other appealing flowers were prominent.
Lamps in rich shades of red, orange, and teal will add a
pop as well as functionality. Accessory pieces like clocks,
decorative boxes, vases, and candleholders will also be
stylish in these new colors.

8. So add some pizzazz to your interior with some of these
ideas for adding splashes of color to your home. You will
be energized and will want to spend more time in your
newly stylish and charming home.

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