Proof that we are even ahead of the pulse of style...

We increase in size, add new fabrics everyday, and have international fabric houses beginning to fight for our business, this means we get priority to the hottest fabrics. ONE example of our keen eye and taste for COLOR is our recent acquirement of our Godiva Tripoli fabric which we have designated as our 2008 fabric of the year. ITs sister fabric which is made of the similar COLOR pattern but with a different output in design which is a floral arrangement was introduced by Crate and Barrel last week on their website as its featured fabric when speaking of its Custom abilities. We are ahead of the pulse of home style--- we have the fabrics direct from the international textiles houses. We are introducing a new system of ordering fabrics which will revolutionize the furniture world. keep in touch with us as we push forward!

The following I read in the PURE CONTEMPORARY Magazine regarding upcoming trends in color... "It's a tech world and we'll be craving more simplicity in 2008. We'll be nesting in the warm, rich colors of this palette of jewel tones, deep reds, browns and spicy oranges with deep-toned blues. The look is soulful, immediately comfortable and imparts a sense of stability. These colors work with wooden pieces and clean simple layouts to create a relaxed modern vibe"

One of my duties is to keep a keen eye on the styles of the market. An invisible hand is also present in COLOR. I can honestly say that we are ahead of the game, not only because we stay informed, and because of our experience, and because of our resourcefulness with it comes to fabrics, but also due to the favorable conditions of the market for us. which today help us stand out! I see how others have chosen to outsource style and quality to other countries, this means that fashion no longer is important-- by the time a trend hits the store floors, the importers scramble to catch up-- by the time their mass imported boring sofas hit the showroom floor- they are 2 years behind. We are right on rythym with the rise and fall of COLOR--- This is the most important thing- because when you shop for your perfect art, for your perfect wall paint, or your perfect plate set, WE are here to enhance your style, match or lock in the perfect look. We know You want detailed, like your wardrobe, like the colorful party settings as your family and friends enjoy a nice conversation again!

KIVA is growing, at a tremendous pace!

http://www.kiva.org/lender/colorandtailor

I was trying to give some more to KIVA, but they have been swamped with national attention due to Oprah's show, Clinton's new book, and some attention in the media. Hopefully some more Americans will jump on the bandwagon and invest in others futures.

Teresa is an 18 year old artisan. She is married and has one son. She works as an embroider of blouses, wallets and pillows. She sells her work in San Cristobal and in other communities that are closer to where she lives. She is part of the group Espina 7, togehter with doña Andrea Díaz Gómez (artisan) ,doña Maria Hernández Hernández 1st (artisan) y doña María Hernández Hernández 2nd (artisan) . They will invest this loan into purchasing threads from various colors for their artisan work.
Translated from Spanish by Yael Schwartzman, Kiva Volunteer. TERESA, es artesana tiene 18 años, es casada y tiene un hijo, ella se dedica al bordado de blusas, monederos y cojines los cuales vende en la ciudad de San Cristóbal o en las comunidades mas cercanas a su hogar. Pertenece al grupo Espina 7 junto con doña Andrea Díaz Gómez (artesana) ,doña Maria Hernández Hernández 1era (artesana) y doña María Hernández Hernández 2da (artesana) Con sus préstamos invertirán en hilos De colores variados para sus artesanías
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New face, new approach to bringing life to your home...

This was it! This design brought about from experience, a careful eye on the market, and curiosity among Craigslisters. What began as a venture fresh out of college, has now grown into a full time store in the furniture district and has brought about hundreds of different designs into the lofts, apartments, and homes of many fashion and value saavy clients. COLOR & Tailor is our new name, and will feature our products unique to the Houston area. Each item will be handcrafted in Houston, and will carry the COLOR & Tailor label after meeting our strict quality control. This is a new era in home environment, while many choose to sellout to the importers and the mass race to the bottom in terms of quality and style, we push upwards for better, colorful, comfortable, inviting, cozy, stylish, balanced rooms all around us. We have now sercured a specific line of accent fabrics which will incorporate the hottest colors for 2008-- check out our website for more info! www.colorandtailor.com stay tuned!