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Just as the trends are changing in fashion, similar updates are being represented in the home furnishings/interior design industry.  You see the same patterns, textures, and colors being displayed because the two arenas tend to draw from the same inspirations; art, media, society, customer's needs and desires.

See how two companies that contribute to home interior trends (Pantone and ICI Delux) came up with their 2011 colors of the year.  Honeysuckle, Pantone's color, is believed to be bold and uplifting, perfect for this economy.  They found Honeysuckle is a color that will create a healthy glow when worn by men and women.   ICI Delux picked Citrus Yellow.  According to ICI,  Citrus combats fatigue and depression as well as minimizes stress and anxiety!  Both are bright, fresh, and feel good colors.

Already being seen in the apparel world, incorporate some color to your home or closet with these trends and see how your mood changes.
Click on the two links below to see Honeysuckle and Citrus!
http://www.pantone.com/pages/pantone/Pantone.aspx?pg=20821&ca=4&utm_source=eb20101209

http://icidulux.com.my/EN/colour/CF2011_ColourOfTheYear.html

Another great home color trend that I love is violet/lavender. The color is both classy and comforting.  I found a link that shows how the color can be used in basically any room of your home.  View the link to see if this color is fitting for your space.
http://viewhometrends.com/home-trends-with-violet-interior-design/

Now, if you are prepared to revamp your home, apartment, or room, try this link.  It lets you take a look inside real homes, and offers countless ideas on simple updates you can make.
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/dc/home-tours

Let me know what colors you love or changes you have made to your space by commenting here, through Facebook, or Twitter!

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