Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Highpoint Fall 2012: Hooker Furniture

Once back from Highpoint the question everyone has is "Whats new this season?". I find this hard to answer for 2 reasons. 1: nothing is ever really 'new' and 2: there is SO much to see and it's all over the map!
That said, one finds certain general trends and my sponsor, Hooker Furniture, was right on point. 
One of the biggest trends was nailhead trim on everything: upholstery, casegoods, and even on walls as seen at Hickory Chair by Alexa Hampton (follow the link to a post by Habitually Chic on that space). The new Alicante collection at Hooker incorporates nailhead trim with a Spanish flair, as seen in the pictures above. 
Most uphostered pieces featured the trim also as evidenced by the stylish Beckley swivel chair. Loved the lines of this chair and the fabric too.
And the attention-grabbing Red Croc Console from the Melange collection was also studded! It really reminded me of the 'costumes' on the cartoon characters from Mary Poppins -remember that?
As has been said all over, the color of the year is blue and it was seen everywhere at Highpoint both in fabrics,
And even in painted wood furniture.
I loved this chaise lounge with blue fabric and nailhead trim.
And this blue leather couch had classic lines but a fun color.
This updated mid-century influenced wingchair had a fun bright blue fabric as well.
Blue cased goods were also to be had such as this turquoise chest.


 

Smaller scaled furniture was another trend as the market shifts towards moderate scale again (thankfully).  I loved the B-Y settee.
And these small Lyric sidechairs in a graphic patterned fabric were great.
Smaller scaled furniture was also shown in the new Chic Coterie collection based on Pinterest.
Designers at Hooker studied "what women really want" based on their Pinterest profiles and likes. Do you follow me on Pinterest?
I loved seeing this mood board put together by their team for the Chic Coterie collection.
The look is vintage, charming, eclectic and casual.
Metallics were also big and fashion forward. The silver/gold finish on this estate nightstand was really fun.
I loved the clover shaped accent table from the Melange line.
This metallic finish is just one of many available for the bombe chest.
I loved the chinoiserie detailing on the Rhapsody bombe chest.
And what better metallic is there than mirror. This Sanctuary bed was such a huge hit last market an entire mirrored collection was based on it.
How about this mirrored nightstand?
Or the Sanctuary fretwork chest.
I loved the detailing on these pieces.
The estate bed is also convertible in that the posts are removeable.
Desk chairs have had a makeover too.  The lines on this chair would not be out of place in an open home office or even a kitchen breakfast table.
Of course, I was shopping for myself too.  I'm in the market for a sofa for my new place. I loved the Eaton sofa -either as a sectional
or just a sofa.  It sits so comfortably.
But I really loved the similar Davlin sofa, particularly with this mixed leather and velvet upholstery.  What do you think, should I get this?
And did you see the Rhapsody Urn Console as one of the 'picks' in the November 2012 House Beautiful magazine?  I noticed it at Market too! Congratulations are in order for Hooker furniture!

8 comments:

David said...

The Davlin sofa would be my choice just because of the lower arm, but it's a personal preference, they're both handsome.

I'm also very happy to hear things are scaling down. Our house has generous room sizes and I've still had difficulty finding pieces that don't overwhelm the space because so many things are just so big.

pve design said...

Wonderful to see your point of view. I love the nightstands in the metallic and am looking for a pair.
xo
pve

cindy hattersley said...

I totally agree about the downscaling. Everything was way too big for the normal home. Love that first piece. It is fabulous. I am going to have to give Hooker another look!

Divine Theatre said...

I can see the "Rhapsody Urn Console" in your home! It has your name written all over it!
The nailhead trim always catches my eye. I love the faux crocodile table. It gave me an idea for a footed chest I have in the music room!
Tell me, how do you stop yourself from redecorating every time you go to these shows? Are you ever tempted to sell it all and start over? (I hope not because I love your home!)
Thanks for visiting me and my scarecrow. I was afraid it was a bit too hokey but your approval was all I needed!

xo

Andie

Kwana said...

Thanks for the great update. And yes I'm following you now on Pinterest. I hope you follow me back :-)

home before dark said...

Glad to see your vision & pics. Love the nailheads. About 10 years ago I bought a reproduction English writing desk to use as a stand for a flatscreen TV. I added nailheads around the edges. The desk was solid oak and each nailhead had to be predrilled! OUCH!!!!!

How smart for Hooker to use the Pins to find the pinings and do something with all of that rich and free! information.

Ann said...

I love to see the latest from High Point and Hooker has some great pieces! I think that Davlin sofa is just my favorite but maybe it is because I've been craving velvet upholstery since I finally watched, "The Tourist" last week which starred two gorgeous cinnabar velvet sofas.

WhiteHatSEO said...

Great post! Hey Just follow you on pinterest! you have nice pins there :D