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Daring, Bold, Beautiful: Robert Allen’s Nomadic Color Collection

Daring, Bold, Beautiful: Robert Allen’s Nomadic Color Collection wjfigw4q3

Robert Allen’s Nomadic Color Collection is going to restore your old belongings and add life into your home. You know that well-loved chair in your living room that’s been in your family for years? The one you feel like you can’t part with, but doesn’t match any of your decor? Or, those throw pillows that were the “perfect” shade a few years ago, but now seem like they just don’t fit? We’ve all experienced this with home decor. But instead of replacing cherished and well-loved items, it’s time to love them back to life! Metropolitan Window Fashions offers custom upholstery, and with Robert Allen’s newest collection, it will be easy to revitalize and renew that treasured piece of furniture.

 

Nomadic Color Collection

Described as, “rich, sumptuous, and confident,” this collection certainly makes a statement. Inspired by the colors, textures, and moods of nomadic cultures, the palette features rich pigments, daring designs, contrasting tones, and a gorgeous, natural feel. Take a look at a few of our favorite fabrics from the Nomadic Color Collection.

 

Nomadic Color: Woven Prism

Nomadic Color Collection Woven PrismThe intricate pattern of Woven Prism will add a touch of style and fun design to your space. Inspired by “ancient dyeing techniques and life on the prairie,” the faded denim paired with the creamy pattern offers a soft, inviting contrast, creating a timeless look for your home.

 

Nomadic Color: Ornate Loop

Nomadic Color Collection Ornate LoopIf you love contemporary designs, the Onyx book from Robert Allen will be your favorite. Ornate Loop is inspired by the Berber tribes of North Africa. The “inky black” and amazing detail on the loops creates a modern, yet classic look. The chic design will elevate your home’s decor.

 

Nomadic Color: Warrior Pride

Nomadic Color Collection Warrior PrideDo you love unique designs and pops of color? Warrior Pride will be the perfect addition to your space. This design is balanced, yet creates a style statement with its gorgeous design and fun colors. Inspired by clay beads of South Africa and the pottery of the Southwest, Warrior Pride will add an organic feel and modern touch to your home. Check it out in blue.

 

Nomadic Color: Marble Arch

Nomadic Color Collection Marble ArchFor a subtle, earthy design, take a look at the Carob book by Robert Allen. The warm hues, from deep espresso to luminous cognac, offer a traditional feel. Inspired by African basket weaving, this fabric could revitalize your space with its natural, fresh look.

 

Revamp Your Home with the Nomadic Color Collection

If you have an old piece of furniture that needs some love, or just want to add a new design to your home, consider Robert Allen’s Nomadic Color Collection. Rich hues, amazing designs, and beautiful inspiration, this collection is going to add an authentic, modern touch to your rooms. Did you find a fabric you love? Still want to explore your options? Contact our team at Metropolitan Window Fashions. We’ll walk you through ideas and find the perfect fabric for revitalizing your home.

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Enchanting Color: A Gorgeous New Collection from Robert Allen

Enchanting Color: A Gorgeous New Collection from Robert Allen wjfigw4q3

At the onset of every season comes the new styles, trends and designs you can expect. We wait with exciting anticipation to see the inspiration that’s behind the upcoming announcements. This year, it’s the enchanting color of nature! As fall approaches, some of the leading names in design influence have already come forward with defining colors, textures and trends in interior design. Sherwin Williams recently announced their pick for color of the year: Poised Taupe. Described as weathered, like the charm of vintage wood, this color takes cues from the nostalgia of nature. From the sophisticated genius of Robert Allen Design, we love one of their newest collections, Enchanting Colors. Full of the inspiration of nature and fall, this collection embodies the colors, textures and patterns you’re sure to see throughout every design trend in the upcoming season. Categorized into four colorways, each fabric collection holds it’s own in personality and style.

 

Moss Enchanting Color Shades of GreenEnchanting Color: Moss

Much more than ‘green’, fabrics found in the Moss collection of Enchanting Color bring a unique richness to the design of your home. Soothing tones, from light to dark, they pair well with a range of contrasting shades. These fabrics invite velvety textures and intricate designs.  

 

Blush fabrics Enchanting Color shades of rose quartzEnchanting Color: Blush

Inspired by Rose Quartz, one of Pantone’s color of the year 2016, blush is right on trend. Sweet and light, with calls out to nature, this serene color is used as the new neutral. Blush brings a soft, airy look to design. Easily paired with darker colors for one-of-a-kind style, the quiet patterns and textures will add dimension without overwhelming the space.

 

blue shades enchanting color fabricsEnchanting Color: Blue Pine

Like the undertones of pine trees, blues come out in soothing shades with a slight hint of green. The inspiration of Blue Pine brings a range of beautiful hues, some with the infusion of smoky mist, all the way to the richness of peacock. The damask pattern of this fabric adds a stylish design with an optical illusion feel.

 

shades of blue and gray enchanting colorEnchanting Color: Twilight

Peaceful, quiet…the hush that falls over nature’s landscape. Twilight comes to us twice–just after the sun has fully set, and just before it rises. Twilight offers shades of blues and grays, depending on surrounding influences. As is with this fabric collection, blues and grays are in the eye of the beholder. Some are darker, some are lighter. All will surely offer eye-catching design.

 

At Metropolitan Window Fashions, we would love to help you get started on your next project. Using the inspiration of your favorite colors and fabrics, we can help you create a beautiful design in your home with custom upholstery, custom window treatments and many other fabric accents. Stop into our Fabricland location to find your favorites, and we can also come to you! We’ll come for a free, shop-at-home consultation that coordinates perfectly with your home. Contact our team today!

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Madcap Cottage: Designer Fabric for Custom Draperies, Decor & More!

Madcap Cottage: Designer Fabric for Custom Draperies, Decor & More! wjfigw4q3

Your retreat on a rainy day, your space to be who you are, the place you’ll return again and again–it’s your home. Because of all the roles your home plays in your life, it deserves the perfect combination of personality, style and comfort. We are head-over-heels for Madcap Cottage and one of their newest collections from Robert Allen Fabrics, Into the Garden. Mingling those three perfect elements together–personality, style and comfort–designers Jason Oliver Nixon & John Loecke created this collection just for your home. At least, that’s the way it feels. Find yourself browsing through the fabrics, and we know you’ll get lost in a blissful daydream of design. The patterns, prints and colors create a world of excitement. Think…custom draperies, upholstery, accent pillows, bedding…the possibilities are limitless, and we love how the fabrics can mix and match for a truly custom look. With colors named for landmarks of spring and summer, like Daffodil, Rhubarb and Palm, how can you go wrong?

Isleboro Eve

Isleboro Eve custom draperies fabric

Taking the savory depth of blue to the world of florals, Isleboro Eve, in the summery shade of “Pool” makes a statement! Shades of blue are among the most popular colors to use in home decor, and the richness of turquoise creates an exhilerating look. The large floral pattern would look amazing as custom draperies, framing your windows. Also available in Oyster and Rhubarb.

Cove End

custom draperies fabric Cove End

Like the lattice surrounding springtime gardens, the geometric design of Cove End “Indigo” combines structure with excitement for a unique look. The imperfect pattern allows for chic charm, while the drama of this color scheme will add a sophisticated accent for your home decor. Paired well with white-washed furniture, the cottage-chic styling of this fabric would be a terrific choice for custom draperies or bedding. Also available in Daffodil, Palm, and Rhubarb.

Mill Reef

mill reef custom draperies fabric

Droplets of rain in springtime…a gentle reminder that blooming flowers are on the way. Full of intrigue and fun, this Mill Reef fabric is shown in the watery blues of summer, adequately named “Pool”. Bring color to your space with this charming fabric in accent pillows, upholstery and custom draperies. Using similar colors in contrasting patterns from the same collection of fabrics is a great way to add upscale design to your home. Also available in Rhubarb, Indigo and Palm.

Mirador Morn

custom draperies fabric mirador morn

Landscapes and cultural influences always inspire design. Mirador Morn is a combination of both English and Spanish origin–unique florals viewed from the English Countryside that will add a beautiful contrast of colors to your custom draperies, upholstery or bedding. It’s the perfect balance of intensity and whimsical design. The blooms on this fabric are added to the “Lagoon” background which gives a rich, beautiful crisp backdrop for the glazed whites and greens of the florals. The look is as refreshing as it is timeless. Also available in Oyster and Celadon.

Your home deserves the custom look you’ve been searching for. The “Into the Garden” collection from Madcap Cottage offers fabrics perfect for pairing. Imbibe color and design into your home with upholstery, custom draperies and accents. Our designers, at Metropolitan Window Fashions, would love to help you pick out your favorites. Contact our team for a free, in-home consultation. Get started today!