2009 trend forecast: Tabletop

<img src="http://www.pointclickhome.com/files/web/imagecache/pch_gallery_detail/files/web/images/mushrooms.jpg" alt="14-FloraDanica.jpg" title="14-FloraDanica.jpg" id="slide_detail" width="400" height="320"><br>Every fall, the New York Tabletop Market previews the most prestigious designers’ and manufacturers’ patterns for spring. The five-day display of dishes, barware, silverware, serveware, and decor in all shapes, materials and styles is almost too dizzying to digest—unless you are a style insider like Christina Norsig. <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.pointclickhome.com?cid=yhoo">PointClickHome.com</a> sent Norsig, our savvy scout and CEO/founder of <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.etabletop.com" target="_blank">etabletop.com</a>, on the prowl for the prettiest patterns and the freshest trends—and she did not disappoint. “This year’s show was really inspiring,” says Norsig, “it had a definite point of view for up and coming design directions.” Here’s what she found.<br><br> <img src="http://www.pointclickhome.com/files/web/imagecache/pch_gallery_detail/files/web/images/berry.jpg" alt="11-tabletop.jpg" title="11-tabletop.jpg" id="slide_detail" width="400" height="320"> <p><strong>•</strong><strong> Fuchsia Dominates </strong><br>This season’s “it” color was clearly a bold fuchsia with hints of pinkish red. The color application on the Osaka pattern is like a bleeding block print or a raspberry stain. The smeared edges give this plate a total freshness and make a bold breakaway from tradition. </p><p>Osaka accent plates with Macao dinner plate; Poc a Poc for Julia Watts, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.juliawatts.com/" target="_blank">JuliaWatts.com</a>. Available now. </p> <img src="http://www.pointclickhome.com/files/web/imagecache/pch_gallery_detail/files/web/images/10-VW_VeraFleurs_6pps_lr.jpg" alt="10-VW_VeraFleurs_6pps_lr.jpg" title="10-VW_VeraFleurs_6pps_lr.jpg" id="slide_detail" width="400" height="320"> <p><strong>•</strong><strong> Leaf Motif <br></strong>Elements found in nature were prominent with a particular focus on ivy vines and leafy green patterns. Fleurs is a modern <span>floral</span> and vine pattern that is a measured study in texture and proportion. The asymmetric design delicately adorns each plate and when the plates are arranged together, the grouping forms a new pattern forms.</p><p> Vera Fleurs, $139 for a five-piece setting; Vera Wang for Wedgwood, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://wedgwoodusa.com/index.asp" target="_blank">WedgwoodUSA.com</a>. Available February 2009. </p> <img src="http://www.pointclickhome.com/files/web/imagecache/pch_gallery_detail/files/web/images/04-2008-Product-Introductio.jpg" alt="04-2008-Product-Introductio.jpg" title="04-2008-Product-Introductio.jpg" id="slide_detail" width="320" height="400"> <p><strong>•</strong><strong> Gold Remains </strong><br>Metallics are stronger than ever with updates in more glamorous golds and super shiny accents.The TAC (The Artist’s Collaborative) Tea Service was designed by the Bauhaus founder, Walter Gropius. The classic, functional form of both the dinner and tea service with its shiny <span>gold</span> finish, carry a futuristic glamour. </p><p>TAC Dynamic Gold, $225 for a 5-piece place setting and individual pieces $80-$650; Rosenthal, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://rosenthalusa.com/" target="_blank">RosenthalUSA.com</a>; Note: All gold pieces are special import. Available late November 2008. </p> <img src="http://www.pointclickhome.com/files/web/imagecache/pch_gallery_detail/files/web/images/16-AnnaWeatherly.jpg" alt="16-AnnaWeatherly.jpg" title="16-AnnaWeatherly.jpg" id="slide_detail" width="400" height="320"> <p><strong>•</strong> <strong>Scientific Detail<br> </strong>Traditional flowers took a backseat to sprouting seeds, tree fungi, and wild mushrooms. These hand-painted mushroom plates by designer Anna Weatherly were inspired by antique botanical drawings and show the varietal details that will add interest to a <span>table</span>. </p><p>Mushrooms hors d’oeuvre plates (six patterns total), $269 each; Anna Weatherly for Devine Corporation, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.devinecorp.net" target="_blank">DevineCorp.net</a>. Available now. </p> <img src="http://www.pointclickhome.com/files/web/imagecache/pch_gallery_detail/files/web/images/01Caltani.jpg" alt="01Caltani.jpg" title="01Caltani.jpg" id="slide_detail" width="320" height="400"> <p><strong>• Soft Symmetry</strong><br>Geometry takes a turn and a rounded edge this season. Linear patterns lose a prior rigidity and find a fabulous femininity. Concentric circles stack up in this graphic pattern. The metallic finish creates dramatic reflections across the dishes. </p><p>Caltani, $628 per place setting; J. Seignolles, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://jseignolles.fr" target="_blank">JSeignolles.fr</a>. 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