Back in black: The industry trend-watchers at the Wallcoverings Association report that black wallpaper prints are the newest answer to the “little black dress” in decorating: “Their formality lends … a dressy, dramatic look.” Consider Seabrook’s classic take on the trend with its Dolce wallpaper featuring a dense fleur de lis pattern against a black background, or the Norwall Group’s modern take on the trend with Mod Pod, an abstract black-and-white
egg pattern. Find more wallpaper ideas at wallcoverings.org.
High-end invites made easy: Baby idesign is the online-based stationery company founded by a former art director for New York magazine. Its birth announcements, thank-you notes and holiday cards burst with bright colors and happy, distinctive designs. View the collections or find a local retailer at babyidesign.com.
South Gaylord rolls out the red carpet: Neighbors near the quaint retail strip east of Washington Park touted as Denver’s second-oldest shopping district will welcome two new boutiques this weekend. Sarah, at 1067 S. Gaylord St., and Pine Creek Clothing Co., 1099 S. Gaylord St., will host a joint grand-opening celebration and gala from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday. Sales during those hours will benefit Urban Peak Denver, and both stores will host trunk shows, door prizes and giveaways. Call Sarah at 303-482-2299 or Pine Creek Clothing Co. at 303-733-4848 for more information.
