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| Date | 12/20/2007 10:20:57 AM |
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| Abstract | Atlanta, GA, January 1, 2008—Wools of New Zealand Brand partners, 828 International, Karastan, Momeni and Nourison, are gearing up for Las Vegas and Atlanta markets with exciting patterns, colors and weaves... |
| Article | Atlanta, GA, January 1, 2008—Wools of New Zealand Brand partners, 828 International, Karastan, Momeni and Nourison, are gearing up for Las Vegas and Atlanta markets with exciting patterns, colors and weaves. Karastan (AmericasMart 3-A-1)—The fresh and timely aesthetic of Karastan’s latest Wools of New Zealand Brand creations translate classic designs in thoroughly modern fashion. The new looks are defined by relaxed styling, key colors and visual textures that are distinctly different, yet perfectly geared towards today’s interiors.  Villa Veneto (2200-206) from Karastan’s Antique Legends™ Collection. Once again, Karastan pushes the envelope with new techniques that redefine the woven rug category. This time it is a new “cross hatch” effect, which gives Villa Veneto the most authentic “antique” look the company has ever produced. Villa Veneto, which was inspired by a hand-knotted Sultanabad design, is designed in shades reminiscent of the weathered walls of Italian villas. An elegant palette of terra cotta, amber and peacock blue is combined with sumptuous, fully worsted New Zealand wool to provide the ultimate statement in relaxed luxury. Karastan offers Villa Veneto in 5.9 x 9, 8.8 x 10 and 8.8 x 12 sizes with an estimated retail of $1,299 for a 5.9 x 9. Mandara (535-16005) from Karastan’s Shapura™ Collection. Mandara, the newest member of Karastan’s top-selling Shapura Collection, features the relaxed patterning and fresh color palettes for which the series is known. Though its design of palmettes and vines has classic origins, its colors are distinctly timely. Most notable is a beautiful 4-color putty coloration that composes Mandara’s ‘stria’ ground. This new neutral—a medley of taupe and grey—is one of the season’s newest, most versatile colors and is exceedingly elegant paired with Mandara’s limestone and brick accents. Mandara is Axminster woven of fully worsted New Zealand wool and comes in 5.9 x 9, 8.8 x 10 and 8.8 x 12 sizes. Estimated retail is $1,299 for a 5.9 x 9.  Ravenna (549-15008) from Karastan’s Ashara Collection. Karastan brings to market one of the key colors of the year—mocha brown. This warm neutral has become an essential in fashion and the home; especially desired for its luxuriant demeanor. The tantalizing richness of mocha brown fills Karastan’s new Ravenna—a quintessential beauty with timeless appeal. Like so many of Karastan’s classic patterns, Ravenna is inspired by an elegant hand-knotted rug. The large-scale motifs and open ground makes it a perfect showcase for Karastan’s signature “stria”, which is used throughout the Ashara Collection. Accents of amber, soft browns and cherry red add to the winning combination. Ravenna’s Axminster weave is made of fully worsted New Zealand wool in sizes of 5.9 x 9, 8.8 x 10 and 8.8 x 12. Estimated retail for a 5.9 x 9 is $1, 199. For more information call 800-241-4900 or visit www.karastan.com  Nourison (AmericasMart 3-F-2 / World Market Center B-0201)—Silk Pointe is a sumptuous addition to Nourison’s Signature Collection. The captivating rug is artistically woven in a combination of New Zealand wool and pure silk. Part of the style’s magic comes from Nourison’s patented Nourmak weave which creates the worn look of a precious family heirloom. This unique technique also creates low areas that contrast beautifully against a higher level of hand-knotted cut-pile for an extraordinary play of texture. Suggested retail for Silk Pointe is $1,999 for a 6 x 9. For more information call 800-223-1110 or visit www.nourison.com Momeni (AmericasMart 5-B-4 / World Market Center B-0425)—Momeni celebrates artistic style with a trio of enticing patterns, all of which carry the coveted Wools of New Zealand Brand. New to Momeni’s Capri Collection is #CR-10, a pattern of soft florals offered in two muted color palettes: black and sage. The power-loomed rugs feature hand-carved details with hand-serged edges. Both colorways are offered in a 2.6 x 8 runner and 3.6 x 5.6, 5 x 8 and 8 x 11 sizes.  Like all patterns in Momeni’s Elements Collection, new additions #EL-25 and #EL-27 utilize a brilliant palette to enhance its contemporary edge. #EL-25 is a collage of colors and patterns that work together to create a visual masterpiece. Equally alluring is #EL-27, which comes in black and gray fields, each intercepted by curvilinear designs filled with pinpoints of color. These rugs have a hand-made finish consisting of hand- serged edges and handcarving. Sizes available include 2 x 3, 2.6 x 8, 3 x 5, 5 x 8, 8 x 11, 9.6 x 13.6 and an 8 x 8 round. Suggested retail for rugs from Momeni’s Capri and Elements Collection is $439 for a 5 x 8. For more information call 212-532-9577 or visit www.momeni.com 828 International (AmericasMart 6F1 & 3 / Surfaces 4629)—828 International is adding six patterns to its Tibetan Collection that are saturated with natural beauty. The Wools of New Zealand Brand rugs are made from the purest wool in the world and artistically designed in a stunning array of organic patterns. The thick, lush hand-knotted designs are colored in earthy tones that are wonderfully livable. All rugs in 828’s Tibetan Collection come 5 x 8, 8 x 10 and 9 x 12 sizes, making them ideal for many areas of the home. Suggested retail is $999 for a 5 x 8. For more information call 800-733-0828 or visit www.828rugs.com |