Don’t shy away from bold and colorful fabric this year to achieve that WOW factor. Chairs are taking center stage these days. Even if your decor is transitional with cool, muted tones, consider adding that WOW factor to your room, whether it be your Great Room, Living Room, Office, or Bedroom. Upholster a chair in an exciting fabric and add visual interest to any space in your home! Think solid, brightly colored fabrics, geometrics, bright paisleys and florals with pizazz. Large floral prints, updated paisley patterns and bright colors are all the rage this summer. Why not have some fun with them?  We’re seeing a big step away from neutral or muted tones and a twist on traditional patterns and shapes.  Pick a fabric that keeps with your current aesthetic!

We all love a little glamour in our life, but to keep a balance between gaudy and tasteful pair metallic fabric with natural materials like cotton and linen. A touch of shimmer and sheen gives every home a hint of elegance. The key to implementing metallic fabric in your home is with a light hand. The rule, less is more applies in a big way. Always choose a light metallic that catches sunlight easily. This will make the fabric shine and add dimension to a space.

Blue fabric works in almost every room of the home, but we’re seeing modern twists on traditional shades of blue. Navy and Indigo are popping up everywhere! Blue is one of the most soothing colors, but it also remains a traditional color choice. Choose a shade of blue that’s vibrant, has a large print or an accent color to accentuate a space. Too much blue can edge on nautical or even too masculine so mix blue with complimentary colors for a versatile look and feel.

Prints are a fabulous solution if you have an aversion to solid colors. Choose a large print that draws attention and is easy on the eyes. A larger print always appears modern and updated while smaller prints appear outdated. Look for prints that are oversized or zoomed in to give off a partitioned look and feel.

Don’t be fooled between a pattern and a print, as they are two different types of fabrics that create different moods. Patterns repeat and often add continuity to a room, where as prints are more versatile as they often include a wide range of color choices. We’re seeing unexpected color combinations and unusual prints that add visual interest when mixed with the right elements.

Enlarged renditions of paisley and other recognizable patterns appear contemporary versus outdated making them a perfect addition to a traditional home that has touch of modern sensibilities.

Fabric often defines our mood while we sit in the family room or bedroom, which makes it one of the most important design choices you make. Don’t shy away from color, and implement a touch of metallic wherever possible. The sheen from natural light will make it stand out immediately. Visit La Maison Interiors for more luxury furniture fabric choices fit for 2014!