School has been in full swing for well over a month now. Have you caught up on this year’s fall trends? If not, I’ve put together some pictures showcasing two of my favorite fall trends of 2015: Metals and Leather & Hide.
Trend: Metals
Shiny metals are a personal favorite of mine, and we’re seeing metallic finishes applied to various textures. Metals don’t have to feel cold and uninviting; CB2’s Gliterati Pillow has a casual vibe that works with many styles of decor.
The polished nickel finish of Williams-Sonoma Home’s Mason Desk is sleek and shiny, but the sawhorse legs have a cool, industrial vibe, making this piece work in either masculine or feminine spaces.
A simple, inexpensive way to add metallic flair to your space is with accessories. The Two Piece Urchin Set from Dwell Studio and Sand Mercury Hourglass from Wayfair.com lend a hint of metallic flair without overpowering the existing decor. And if golden retrievers are your thing, the Ken Fulk Retriever Bust would be a perfect addition to your office, bookshelf, or built-in cabinetry.
Trend: Leather & Hide
You’ll be seeing a lot of hide this season, from throw pillows to furniture upholstery. But my favorite spot to place hide is more traditionally, as a rug. Hide instantly adds warmth to a space. It works with a variety of decor styles, from rustic to ultra-modern to transitional. Serena and Lily’s Scalloped Hide Rug is oh-so chic, and the Hide Beige and Silver Rug from Arhaus combines both trends I’m mentioning here: hide and metal. If you aren’t digging the real hide, or if it’s out of your budget–it’s expensive–you can easily find faux hide rugs at major retailers.
CB2’s 1938 Tobacco Leather Butterfly Chair is a fun piece that’s made sophisticated with the warm color. It would look great as an accent piece in a casual space.
Another great accent piece is the 3 Piece Nested Faux Pony Boxes from wayfair.com. These boxes would look great stacked together in an office, bedroom or even a bathroom, and let’s face it: we all need more storage.
What I love about both of these trends is that they can be done on as small or large a scale as you’d like. Being trendy in a small way is budget friendly and perfect for those of you who are afraid of making a big commitment. Whether you’re going for these trends in a large or small way, I love that there are plenty of options that incorporate them into a variety of personal styles.