21Feb2018
Behind The Design, Home Styling Tips
February 21, 2018 /
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Five ways with the versatile Lora

She’s pretty and practical, our Lora bar. She’s sturdy, with a solid wooden frame, rugged rattan top and shelves, and rails that keep bottles and barware in place. But Lora’s more than a suitable spot for stashing spirits and stemware. She’s exotic, with a refined silhouette, wafer-thin mahogany veneers—and a tropical air. She’s an island girl with an easygoing attitude that can work any room—and is she ever helpful around the house!

Want high style in a small place? Look no further. Need a place to store (and show off) pretty things? Three roomy (2-by-3-foot) shelves at your service. Serving cocktails? Lora is always ready for a party. Taking tea? Totally! Will your guests be staying the night? Think outside the tissue box and furnish your guest room in luxury and style.

You can dress Lora for any occasion—here are a few ideas for inspiration. Check back for posts on how to get all five looks: Traveler, Tea Time, Silver Jubilee, Comfort Zone, and Mixed Drinks. Meanwhile, use your imagination; we’d love to see how you style the best bar in town. Tag photos on Instagram and we might feature them on our site. #ethanallendesign

 

16Feb2018
Behind The Design
February 16, 2018 /
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Meet Jonathan Parks, our Senior Director of Hard/Soft Accents and Outdoor Living.

Jonathan Parks is a thoughtful man with a passion for beautiful things.

He is Ethan Allen’s go-to person for lighting, artwork, hard accents, outdoor, and rugs. On paper, he’s in charge of design, product development, production, merchandising, and sales management. But ask him what he does, and he’ll say simply: “I’m responsible for creating beautiful products that our customers need and want.”

Jonathan has a interior architecture and business management background, and a resume that includes stints at Calvin Klein Home; Christopher Radko, where he designed exquisite glass ornaments and snow globes; and Julie Baker Design, where he helped manage the bespoke jewelry company. He’s been at Ethan Allen for four years.

When we caught up with Jonathan, he was preparing to embark on a month-long trip to meet with artisans and vendors in four countries. He takes two to three such trips a year and yet seems to travel effortlessly, going heavy on the planning and light on the packing. Even as this trip loomed and he was rushing to tie up loose ends, Jonathan welcomed the opportunity to tell us why he loves his job.

He says he’s been preparing for this position his entire life. “I knew, even as a child, that I’d be involved in interior design. I was always rearranging the furniture in my mother’s house, drawing room settings, drafting floor plans, and making sketches.” (He texted his mother in the middle of this interview to verify the claim.)

His outgoing personality is well-suited to working with vendors all over the world. “We have multiple vendors with multiple materials, but when you’re looking for something in particular—whether it’s a price point or a proprietary design—you start thinking of every vendor and who would do the best job,” he says. “I truly enjoy working with them to build up their potential and competencies. We help them go beyond what they thought they could do.”

For his part, he’s always thinking of ways to incorporate accents into Ethan Allen’s overall line. “One of my favorite things is developing a product for a certain launch, but making sure it’s saleable in all our projections,” says Jonathan. “That’s the challenge, and it’s a great challenge to have. I’m very lucky to get to do what I do.”

Most heads would spin at his itinerary. Among the stops: China to meet with lighting vendors; workshops  outside of Shanghai to look at samples for an upcoming outdoor collection; Vietnam to discuss concepts for lacquerware; Thailand to inspect natural materials for an array of accents; and finally, India, for a four-day “rug retreat” timed to coincide with inspections.

When he returns, he’ll gather his staff and hit the ground running. But not before he relaxes for a bit in the midcentury patio house that he shares with his partner, Tony Phillips, in rural Connecticut. Jonathan describes Tony, a Pilates instructor and massage therapist, as “very mellow, very Zen, the complete opposite of me.” Jonathan has two children: a 14, soon to be 24-year-old daughter, Bleu, whom he describes as “fiercely independent, and a teenager in the truest sense of the word.” His son, Lucas, 11, is “a remarkably sensitive person who is also an incredible athlete.”

Jonathan enjoys living in a period home with furnishings that are, not surprisingly, globally inspired. Also in residence: a Coonhound rescue named Loretta Lynn and Argusaurus P. Rex, a fluffy Coton de Tuléar. “We love the space and the privacy, and we love that it’s quiet,” he says. “We heat the house with wood in the winter and garden in the summer, and we’re an hour from New York City. It really is the best of all worlds.”

 

Don’t miss Instagram takeover day with Jonathan Parks on February 23. Jonathan will be posting pix from his trip @ethanallen all day long!

13Feb2018
Uncategorized
February 13, 2018 /
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And boy-oh-boy, is it ever in the air on Valentine’s Day!

Ever wonder why that is? Or how such an unremarkable (often unpleasantly cold) day in February became the poster child for romantic love? We looked it up. But since the history of Valentine’s Day really is the stuff of legend, you’ll have to take this with a grain of salt (preferably of the pink Himalayan sea variety, generously sprinkled on a bar of dark chocolate).

VALENTINE’S DAY THROUGH THE YEARS

  • It’s generally agreed the holiday was named for a Roman priest called Valentine who lived in the third century. The then-emperor, Claudius II, believed that single men made the best soldiers, so he pronounced it unlawful for young men to marry. Valentine saw a terrible injustice in that and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When he was found out, Claudius had him sentenced to death; the priest was executed on February 14, 269 AD.
  • It wasn’t until the late fifth century that the Catholic Church declared February 14 the Feast of St. Valentine.
  • The day’s association with romantic love began in the Middle Ages (Fun fact: It was a common belief that February 14 was also the beginning of the mating season for birds, so that helped.)
  • The holiday evolved through the fourteenth century (during the heyday of courtly love) through the eighteenth century, when lovers began expressing their affection in earnest, with flowers, confections, and greeting cards (known even then as valentines)—and beyond.
  • Today, Valentine’s Day is celebrated in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, France, Australia, Denmark, Italy, and Japan.

 

WHAT’S UP WITH ALL THE CARDS?

Americans began exchanging handmade valentines in the early 1700s. At the time, they were elaborate affairs made with lace and ribbons. The first mass-produced valentines in America were sold by one Esther A. Howland of Worcester, Massachusetts, in 1849. Hallmark offered its first Valentine’s Day cards in 1913 and began producing them in 1916. Today, more than 141 million Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged annually, according to Hallmark, not counting the packaged valentines kids exchange at school.

SAY ANYTHING WITH FLOWERS

Back in the day when PDAs were frowned upon and your relationship status wasn’t something you posted, couples had to find clever ways to express sentiments of love and affection—and one of them was with flowers.

Floriography—the language of flowers—blossomed during the Victorian Era, when a strict code of etiquette governed daily life. Because flowers were assigned special meanings, they became a way for lovers to send coded messages. Thankfully, we can be a lot more upfront about our feelings today. But should you want to charm someone with your knowledge of floriography this Valentine’s Day, here are the meanings behind some favorite blooms, according to the flower pros at ProFlowers.

Red Rose: Love, romance

Pink Rose: Love, gratitude, appreciation

White Rose: Marriage, new beginnings

Orange Rose: Enthusiasm, passion

Yellow Rose: Friendship, joy, good health

Tulip: Perfect love

Iris: Faith, hope, wisdom

Carnation: Love, fascination

Chrysanthemum: Friendship, love, joy

Gladiolus: Strength, honor, infatuation

Gerbera Daisy: Beauty, innocence

 

BY THE NUMBER$

How much money will Americans spend this Valentine’s Day? Hint: It’s a lot.

  • With 55 percent of the population celebrating the holiday this year, total spending is expected to reach $19.6 billion, according to a survey conducted by the National Retail Federation. That’s up from $18.2 billion last year—and an average of $143.56 per person.
  • Skewing the stats are consumers between 25 and 34, who’ll be the biggest spenders, at an average of $202.76.
  • The breakdown: Most will spend an average $88.98 on a spouse or significant other; $25.29 on children, siblings, or parents; $7.26 on kids’ classmates/teachers; and $7.19 on friends. Interestingly, they’ll spend more on pets ($5.50) than co-workers ($4.79).
  • Gifts, in order of spending, from most to least: jewelry; an evening out; flowers; clothing; candy; gift cards/gift certificates; greeting cards.

WE’LL DRINK TO THAT!

This is one of our favorite ways to celebrate the day (with or without a Valentine).

PINK COSMOPOLITAN
Makes 2 cocktails

Ingredients:

4 oz. vodka
2 oz. cranberry juice
1.5 oz. fresh lime juice
1.5 oz. triple sec
Lime wedges for garnish

Directions:

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add vodka, cranberry juice, lime juice, and triple sec. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Strain cocktail evenly into two martini glasses and garnish with lime wedges.

For a non-alcoholic version, add a splash of cranberry juice to 5–6 ounces of sparkling water and garnish with lime wedges and/or raspberries.

 

9Feb2018
Behind The Design, Home Styling Tips
February 9, 2018 /
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2018 is the year you’re going to get organized—we believe in you. We have eight great pieces and some room design ideas to help you get your house in order.

1. Colton Storage Bed

Tuck away extra blankets, linens, shoes, kid toys—these roomy drawers can make clutter disappear. The Colton bed is a workhorse with the beauty of a thoroughbred. It’s also one of our most versatile beds, available in three sizes (Queen, King, California King), three headboard heights (40″, 55″, and 70″), and three headboard styles (smooth, grid tufted, or button tufted), with nailhead trim options, in your choice of hundreds of fabrics or leathers, with or without contrast welting.

Pro tip: Leave plenty of clearance in front of your Colton bed’s footboard so the drawers have room to open. You may need as much as 48″ so the drawers can open fully with you also having room to stand in front of them.

2. Ming Small Media Cabinet

Ming is for those treasures you want to display, not hide away. It features gorgeous Asian-influenced design and a variety of hand-distressed finish options.

Pro tip: This Ming cabinet would look beautiful in a small dining area, but it’s also vented for wire access in back, so you can also use it in your living room for your television, sound system, or gaming console.

3. Logan Hall Tree

Are you sick of disorder in your entryway? Our Logan hall tree is the answer. It uses one of our favorite room design ideas, which is to take advantage of height so you can get more storage without taking up too much floor space.

Logan has hooks for coats, hats, and scarves, plus a deep bench for bags and backpacks. Even better: It has two spacious storage drawers at the bottom. Plus, check your look in the mirror on your way out the door; you deserve to look as (or more!) flawless than your foyer.

Pro tip: Insert a lined shoe tray in each lower storage drawer. Then, when you need to let a pair of snow or rain boots dry, you can tuck them in the drawers and out of sight.

4. Handwoven Flo Baskets

Large floor baskets are great for storing throws, fire logs, laundry, toys, and so much more. They rest neatly against the side of a larger piece or furniture or slide discreetly beneath it.

Our Flo baskets are woven by hand in the Philippines, where artisans collect bulrushes that are as much as 6′ long. They dry each strand in the sun before weaving them—without a frame—into these gorgeous baskets.

Pro tip: Stash one of these baskets in your living room. At the end of the day, when your child has played with toys (you don’t want to step on stray Legos!), encourage them to throw the toys in the basket, take the whole basket to their room, and then put everything away.

5. Editor’s Modular System

Our Editor’s modular series is from our Ethan Allen | Disney line, and it’s an organization powerhouse. The open storage system has a variety of bases, cubbies, corner units, and even a tower so you can customize the layout to fit your space. Tuck baskets into each cubby to corral small items (our Fantastic Felt baskets will brighten up any space) or stack books, collectibles, electronics, or more inside.

Pro tip: Don’t just envision these modular storage pieces standing against a wall; the Editor’s system lets you be much more creative with your room design ideas. Try wrapping it behind a sofa or sectional or placing units back to back for use as room dividers.

6. Spindle Glass Jars

One of the biggest organization challenges is finding a way to corral small items. Our Spindle glass jars, another Ethan Allen | Disney design, provides a home for crayons, office supplies, sewing supplies, art supplies—the list goes on. It’s available in both small and large sizes for some visual variety, and you’ll love the look: It’s made by master glassmiths in Portugal.

Pro tip: Use Spindle jars and other clear jars for storage in your pantry. They can hold dry goods, like beans, pasta, and rice.

7. Chevron 24″ Square Bone Tray

Do you ever look at your coffee table, end tables, or dining table and wish you had a way to group your tabletop décor? Trays like our handcrafted Chevron bone tray put small decorative items in order. On your coffee table, use them to hold books, small plants, or remote controls; in your dining room, group a vase of flowers alongside your napkin and silverware holders.

Pro tip: This tray isn’t just for holding decorative accents. When you have a party, use it to corral chips and dips, or stash bowls of candies or nuts inside.

8. Callum Single-File Bookcase

We like file storage that doesn’t look like file storage, and that’s why we love this Callum bookcase. At the base is a roomy file drawer; above that file drawer are two storage drawers. On top of that base storage, open bookshelves store your favorite novels and your collectibles. Also, we’ll let you in on a secret that makes this bookcase incredibly versatile: It has venting and an opening to pass wires through its backpanel, so you can use it in your living room just as easily as you can use it in your office.

Pro tip: You don’t have to line up books in boring rows. Place your most beautiful books with their covers facing out, supported by spined-out books on either side. You can also place books in vertical stacks, sorting them by like colors.

 

6Feb2018
Behind The Design
February 6, 2018 /
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What’s the secret to changing the world? Making your bed.

At least, that’s what Navy SEAL Admiral William H. McRaven thinks. In a University of Texas at Austin commencement speech, he said making your bed gives you a small sense of pride. If you do the little things right, he says, you’ll get the big things right, too.

No one gets bed-making right like Missy Grasso, one of our senior designers. If you love the bedroom design inspiration photos in our magazines, on our blog, and on our social networks, then you’ve seen her work. We asked her for the inside scoop on how to make a bed worthy of a photo shoot. Here’s how she does it, step by step.

Gather Your Bed Linens

  • Pillows: 2 to 4 standard or queen, 2 euro
  • Shams: 2 to 4 standard or queen, 2 euro
  • 1 down comforter
  • 1 duvet cover
  • 1 mattress pad with elastic edges
  • 1 fitted sheet and 1 flat sheet
  • 1 or more blankets, quilts, or coverlets
  • Plenty of accent pillows

Make It Gorgeous

  • Insert the pillows into the pillowcases and shams. Also, insert the comforter into the duvet cover—we have some great drawings in our sidebar that will make it so much easier to deal with duvet covers.
  • Put the mattress pad and then the fitted sheet on the mattress. Tuck both in tightly on all four sides, and pull them taut so that everything is smooth on the top and corners.
  • Lay the flat sheet on top of the fitted sheet, finished side down. We want the cuff to show when we fold it back later. Center the flat sheet on the mattress, with the cuff 6 to 8 inches from the headboard, and make sure it’s even on all sides.
  • Add a blanket, quilt, or coverlet. Center it on the mattress and make sure the top touches the headboard.
  • Fold the layers back so that your sheet cuff is about 12 to 16 inches from the headboard. Then, at the foot of the bed, tuck both of these layers in tightly; we love hospital corners, but if you don’t use them, we won’t tell.

  • Add another blanket, quilt, or coverlet if you want. Lay it on top of the mattress, and fold about a quarter of its length back so the first decorative layers are exposed. At the foot of the bed, you can leave the corners untucked.
  • Drape your comforter and duvet cover. Give it a quick shake to fluff it, and lay it on top of your mattress so the top is touching your headboard. Fold the comforter and duvet cover back; you can fold it back to one third or one half its length, depending on the look you want.
  • Pile on the pillows. Prop the euro pillows against the headboard first, and then rest the other pillows against them. You can also drape a throw over the top near the foot of the bed.
  • Finish it off with accents. As you add decorative pillows, play around with colors and textures. These are a few of our favorite looks:

CHANGE YOUR DUVET IN NOTHING FLAT

No more pulling, prodding, or praying to get your comforter inside!

  1. Turn the duvet cover inside out and lay it flat on the bed (with the opening at the foot). Lay the comforter on top.
  2. Starting at the closed end, roll both duvet and comforter together.
  3. Invert the duvet opening around the ends of both sides of the bundle (like a sandwich bag)
  4. Button or zip the duvet closed.
  5. Unroll the bundle in the opposite direction (back toward the head of the bed). Give it a few shakes, then fluff

 

Show Us How You Style It

This is how we style a bed, and we’d also love to see the way you do it. Share your bedroom design inspirations on Instagram and tag them with #EthanAllenDesign.

Finally, look to the right: You’ll see a place to type in your email address and subscribe to our blog posts. It’s a great way to get more tips from design masters like Missy, right in your inbox.

Go ahead—make your bed! You just might change the world in the process.

—The Ethan Allen Design Team

 

 

2Feb2018
Design Star
February 2, 2018 /
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Our latest Design Star is Nikki Brouillette of our San Marcos, California, Design Center. Nikki earned a certificate in Interior Design from the American Institute of Interior Design and has worked in the field since 2001. Nikki ran her own design firm before launching her career at Ethan Allen in 2013. When she’s not designing, cooking, or crocheting, Nikki manages an Instagram account for her dog, Oliver, who has 15,000 loyal followers. She recently took a break and shared her thoughts on design.

What is your favorite Ethan Allen project?

I worked with the same couple on their formal living and dining rooms, family room, a guest bedroom, and some pieces for the kitchen, along with lighting throughout their home. The wife really wanted a rustic, yet modern feeling, a stylish look that was comfortable. The husband wanted his wife to be happy. They were a delight to work with, and I was overjoyed to learn how pleased they were after everything came together. Their happiness at home is my true reward.

What Ethan Allen item is your favorite?

I have fallen in love with the Ming display cabinet! It’s perfect for displaying china in the dining room, of course. But it’s also a beautiful choice for displaying books in an office, family room, or den.

What is your favorite design tip?

I always recommend doing something unexpected to inspire conversation in a space, like pairing a tapestry fabric with a faux leather for a textural surprise. I also like to use a desk behind a sofa instead of a console table; it adds storage and function while creating visual interest.

Complete this sentence: Every room needs …

Every room needs something natural! It brings a bit of life into a room, and a layer of comfort as well. I always include a permanent botanical, or a natural fiber such as linen or sisal, or even leather.

What color can’t you live without?

I need the color plum in my life. It’s rich, romantic, and warm, and it works well with neutrals, grays, and taupes, making it the perfect pop of color for nearly every design. It’s also right on trend with the dusty purples we’re seeing in fashion and design. See blog post, PURPLE PASSION: HOW WE’RE STYLING THE COLOR OF THE YEAR.

If you could do any project, anywhere, on any budget, what would it be?

I’ve always wanted to design a New York City brownstone! I love the architectural details and built-ins that add character to a classic, urban space. I imagine French doors leading to a patio off the master bedroom. I would hang elegant, yet very tailored draperies and bring contrasting textures into a room, from statement furniture pieces and large floor mirrors to detailed carvings on picture frames. I’d pair clean whites with rich browns. My vision would include classic patterns, as well as a little chinoiserie, for that unexpected touch.

Before we let you go, can you tell us a little about Oliver and how he became so popular on Instagram?

I got Oliver as a puppy a year after my mom passed away; he was a huge help to me in my grieving process. He is a Shih Tzu, and now almost 10 years old (his birthday is March 25). I decided on his name the day I met him. I picked him up and looked at his sweet little face and said, “You look like an Oliver.” I decided to make his own account on Instagram because I was following a couple of dogs and thought, “he’s just as adorable as these other pups.” I started his account in May 2016 and he slowly began to get followers. One day I posted a video of him begging for a minute straight sitting on his back paws and he got over 30,000 views! Follow adorable Oliver on Instagram @oliver_in_charge.

 

You can find more of Nikki’s work on Houzz and Instagram @eadesignernikki. 

24Jan2018
Design Star
January 24, 2018 /
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Passion Meets Patience: Design Star Natalie Anderson

Natalie Anderson is a ten-year Ethan Allen veteran and manager of our Design Center in The Woodlands, Texas. She’s also our latest Design Star.

Community involvement is important to the Texas native, who is president of a professional networking group in the greater Houston area. Natalie lives in Cypress, Texas, with her husband, John, and their six children; she recently took a breather from her busy schedule and shared her thoughts on design.

What is your favorite Ethan Allen project?

I worked with another designer on several spaces for clients who gave us a lot of freedom to design several beautiful rooms. The conservatory was my favorite, a space with lots of windows and light. We chose airy upholstery fabrics, and by adding contrast welting and beautiful trims, we made it all about the details. The magnificent mahogany Thorton coffee table was adorned with White Roses in a Julep Cup and our Traditional Mirrored Silver Tray. A Heriz area rug in gray/ivory served as an anchor to the space, really pulling it together by balancing texture, color, and pattern.

What Ethan Allen item is your favorite?

The Monterey chair, hands down; I had it on my wish list for years. I finally purchased a pair, and when they were delivered it felt like Christmas. I put them in Sundance Saddle leather to give them a worn, comfortable look.  I tell everyone who comes to our home to sit in them because I know they’re the best seats in the house!

What is your favorite design tip?

Be patient! The perfect piece is always worth the wait. Never buy something because you can get it sooner than the piece you really want. I practice this myself and with my clients. I love developing long-term design plans and doing things right the first time. The result will be exactly what the client wanted.

Complete this sentence: every room needs. . .

Light! Lighting has such an important psychological effect and should never be an afterthought. Ambient lighting creates a homey feel and enhances the overall look of a space. I love our lighting selections because they’re so versatile. You have the option of making a statement—or using it as a backdrop for other important pieces.

What is the color you can’t live without?

Black. It goes with everything and everything looks good in black. Black can be crisp and modern or it can add an edgy flair to a more classic space.  Any way you look at it, black is always a good idea!

If you could do any project, anywhere, on any budget, what would it be?

A sprawling ranch in Texas Hill Country. I love wide open spaces, the perfect backdrop for a beautiful home. I’d aim for Texas style: Livable luxury meets rustic elegance. Antique rugs would anchor sleek upholstery, and modern art would be hung on the walls. The best part would be the gorgeous views of rolling hills—what a dream come true!

You can find more of Natalie Anderson’s work on her blog, perrylaneblog.com, on Instagram @perrylaneblog, and her Facebook page.

 

 

24Jan2018
Company News
January 24, 2018 /
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Girl Scout troop members try their hands at interior design in our Whippany, New Jersey, Design Center.

Go-getters. Innovators. Risk-takers. Leaders. In other words, the power of G.I.R.L. On December 3, the Whippany Ethan Allen team had the privilege to offer nearly 40 Girl Scouts  a behind-the-scenes peek into the wonderful world of interior design.

Scouts from grades three to eight came prepared with design ideas; the older participants even brought their own handmade pillows and artwork to coordinate with Ethan Allen furniture and accessories.  The scouts toured the Design Center and took copious notes on their favorite styles. Ethan Allen | Disney was a big hit, especially when the designers-in-training saw that they could mix elements of this whimsical line with other styles they liked.

The young designers sketched layouts for the bedrooms of their dreams, choosing the lighting, seating, and bed that best fit their vision. All the participants were thoughtful and engaged in each aspect of the process as they carefully considered elements like color, texture, scale, and proportion.

The scouts earned a Room Makeover Badge for their participation. They also received custom-made Ethan Allen Design Badges in recognition of their excellent work. Ethan Allen designers Linda Tann and Lydia Marmisch-Morano, along with Design Center manager Susan Vena, served as their guides.

To all the future designers who attended, we look forward to seeing your portfolios and resumes in a few years! Many thanks to Girl Scouts, Heart of New Jersey for giving us the chance to inspire the next generation of creative design pros.

 

19Jan2018
Behind The Design
January 19, 2018 /
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Purple Passion: How We’re Styling the Pantone Color of The Year

Ultra violet is one of the hottest colors in the world right now. It’s on trend in fashion—think Donatella Versace’s nod to the late artist Prince at 2016’s Milan Fashion Week. It’s also at the cosmetics counter—remember when Rihanna kicked off a purple-palooza with her Fenty Beauty purple highlighters last fall? And it’s all the rage in home décor, too; Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2018 is Ultra Violet, a purple with gorgeous blue undertones.

Purple is a declarative statement; after all, no one ends up wearing purple by accident. We’re boldly going with purple in all kinds of spaces, from bedrooms to living rooms to dining areas. Check out our inspiration shots below for some great ways to incorporate this rich color into your own home.

Royal weddings. Purple is the color of queens and kings and weds beautifully with other royal   hues. Our Ripple pillow, which we’ve tossed on our Allistair bed, pairs a rich, warm port with a royal glimmer of gold.  Our Caprice lamp in deep plum bridges our artwork’s warm purple hues with the ottoman’s cooler violet vibe.

Complementary combos. Our globally inspired Suzani Print II pairs tangerine and eggplant, highlighting the red undertones in each for a vibrant pop of color.

You can also see how beautifully purple pairs with the light goldenrod color in our custom window treatments above and golden toned throws.

Accent marks. You don’t need a splashy shade of purple to make a beautiful statement. A lavender pillow on a sofa or dining bench stands out beautifully against a neutral room palette.

Unexpected upholstery. A purple sofa may be too much, but our gorgeous Anton ottoman upholstered in an amethyst velvet adds just the right amount of color, texture and function to any space.

Get more ideas from our January 2018 magazine photo shoot, and show us how you’re incorporating purple into your designs by sharing your photos on Instagram and tagging them #EthanAllenDesign. You may be featured on our website!

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