Area Rug Trends

And you thought chocolate and vanilla was decadent. Chocolate and blue brings on an entirely new level of delicious for decorating. Maybe it's the unexpected contrast of rich, warm shades of brown with piercing, cool shades of blue. Maybe it's the feelings you associate with patterns on decorative accessories such as area rugs. Angular geometric shapes or paisley-like swirls recall nostalgic retro, whereas clean lines and simple style exude exciting, fresh modern. Florals can't help but evoke carefree whimsy, whether daisies or dandelions are your darlings.

Your creative license comes into play when experimenting with shades of chocolate and blue. Does robin's egg blue paired with brownie bring you bliss? Do you find that espresso and periwinkle equals eye candy? Perhaps a breezy shade of sand splashed with early-'80s-eye-shadow-blue is your thing. Impeccable anywhere, from your home to your favorite boutique or cafe, chocolate and blue is the creme de la creme in rug color combinations ... with a cherry on top. CHECK OUT OUR CHOCOLATE AND BLUE RUGS >>

Forever sophisticated, tastefully timeless: black and white are the soul mates of style. Think old movies and photographs - effortlessly elegant with an edge of stark contrast. From the classic tuxedo to home decor, black paired with white always fits. When it comes to your floor, color combinations set a foundation for the look and mood you want to create. A black and white rug offers a spectrum of possibilities to explore, no shade of grey about it.

Once you get the basics like shape and size squared away, venture on to the exotic world of accents with color, texture, and fabric. Imagine the stylistic impact an abstract painting in startling shades of red, or velour curtains, or sequined pillows, or a chartreuse couch would have against the chic simplicity of your black and white rug. Who would've thought the absence of color could foster such decorative vibrance? BRING ON THE BLACK AND WHITE RUGS >>

Cinnamon, cayenne, pumpkin, apricot. No, you haven't stumbled across a food blog. While you might think of those items as food, they're also colors in the spice family. Spice-colored area rugs range from brick red, terra cotta, and deep orange to copper, earthy brown, and rust.

There's nothing like a rug to pull a room together. If your home features large, open spaces, consider area rugs in a darker spice tone like brick red to create a sense of warmth and coziness. If your aim is to create a more vibrant, dramatic space, select a brighter spice tone like warm orange.

An easy way to bring more visual interest to a room is to use multiple area rugs in a single spice hue but in varying shapes and sizes. You may also want to choose an assortment of light, medium, and dark shades of that single spice hue for a diverse - rather than dull - monochromatic color scheme. SHOP OUR SELECTION OF SPICE RUGS >>

One definition of the word neutral is: "lacking distinctive quality or characteristics." Hmm, that sounds like a nice way of calling something boring. When it comes to rug colors, though, there's nothing boring about neutral. Beige, cream, taupe, wheat, tan, eggshell - they're all considered neutral shades. And they're among today's hottest rug colors.

An important design element, color is often the first thing you notice about a room and its contents. A universally flattering shade, neutral is a popular color for decorating your home inside and out. There's something so appealing about neutral's lovely, unfussy quality that makes it a smart color choice for area rugs.

Neutral rugs open up a space, making them an excellent choice for smaller rooms. For a traditional look that's warm and inviting, select a neutral rug with a Persian pattern, tone-on-tone design, braiding, or floral theme. Fans of contemporary design may prefer neutral rugs featuring bold, geometric patterns or abstract shapes. NAVIGATE OUR NEUTRAL RUG COLLECTION >>