How to Stop Trend Fatigue
Are you tired of seeing the latest trend touted on social media? You’re not alone. From fad exercise challenges to ways to diet to cooking hacks, trends are everywhere, and lots of people are just plain fatigued by them. And at Altra Home Décor serving the greater Phoenix area, we also see people who are tired of interior design trends. But it still turns out that people want their homes to look and feel right for them. So what does this mean? Read on to learn more!
Read more: How to Stop Trend FatigueSustainability
When it comes to trends, whether it’s in color or form, they often just don’t last that long. Many times, trends will blow in and out within even just a year—especially trending colors, which can sometimes last only a month or two. And with the advent of the internet, especially with the rise of social media, new things seem to crop up daily. For some things, that’s OK, but in an era when people are particularly minding their pocketbooks, the focus is more on what’s sustainable over the long term versus what people are talking about right this second.
Decorating With Antiques
One easy way to create a cycle of sustainability is to invest in antiques, which have obviously stood the test of time. Using hand-me-downs or inherited pieces from family helps give a home a lived-in, comfortable look. It provides charm and character, as well as a certain storytelling cache. We’re seeing that people want things that last—something that has been around for 50 or more years instead of something that’s ready to break in a year or two. So, too, are consumers opting for more of the timeless patterns and colors from yesteryear.
Incorporating the Old With Your Current Look
Since the pandemic, with more people working from home or being comfortable with a night in versus going out on the town, homes have become more of a haven, which makes having them reflect the owner’s sense of self and value more important than ever. Many of our clients, while eager to reuse older pieces and elevate looks from their parents or grandparents, are unsure of how to incorporate older things, especially if what they already have is a more contemporary design. To do it right, it’s a matter of letting go of a traditional sense of design and working to make the home feel comfortable for you. Make it about you as a person instead of a trend someone else might be following too. That will help you see where to bring in that treasured piece of art or oil lamp.
Making Window Treatments Work
Interestingly, a number of Hunter Douglas window fashions can stand the test of time. From the classic Vignette® Modern Roman Shades to the timeless Heritance® Wood Shutter, numerous window treatments can coordinate with the charm of antiques or eclectic pieces. One great rule of thumb is to use neutral colors on the windows, to let other elements of a room stand out. Or you can layer with drapery or side panels to create a cohesive look. Window treatments can be your flexible answer to getting beyond just a trend. For more information on how to make them work for you, be sure to contact one of our specialists today.
Combatting Trend Fatigue in the Greater Phoenix Area
Altra Home Decor is your source for window treatments, custom drapery, flooring, and more! We serve the greater Phoenix area, including Peoria, Sun City West, Glendale, and Scottsdale, with a showroom in Surprise. Stop by our locally owned store to view our full-size window treatment displays and sample books. Contact us today to schedule an in-home design consultation!
