Folk Art Dinnerware

Evoke days in the collection of Emperor Crinson

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Embrace your spirit of adventure without leaving home and find takers in 2009 style trend for globe-trotting. Be a culture vulture.
1. 2009 trend - Cooltural
Yes, we have seen before - think bohemian, gypsy or Russian peasant. But the trend this year is set to folk revisited break geographical boundaries, bringing together traditional motifs from different cultures and apply them in fresh ways. Trend forecaster David Carlson calls "it Cooltural" - short for "cultural cool. "Above all he is telling a story and authenticity," he explains. Exchange of Russian dolls last year for the Aztecs of Mexico prints and mosaics. As Dominique de Crinson hand-drawn wallpaper collection Emperor, in terms of opposition to the mass production of decorative citing different heritages. We love design complex Baron (£ 62.95).

2. the magic of Mexico
First brought to life by fashion designers Matthew Williamson and Vivienne Westwood and recently planted with style-setters like Kate Moss and Rachel Zoe, Aztec prints are now making their mark on the house. The simple model of the original Aztec geometric cushions (£ 18) from La Redoute are bang on trend.

3. Go geometric
Do not stop the tissues. Furniture can get the global treatment too. This bedside table (£ 386.59) from Graham & Green has been inlaid with camel bone, a native of India ethically. The geometric pattern gives the appearance of a jewel box of a large scale and instantly evokes travel to distant.

4. Folk grows for 2009
"It is more subtle, more simple," said Carolyn Asom fashion writer. Gone are the approach and slap on tourist tat. "It is more sophisticated - as well as modern - to the team in one piece with fantasy high fashion, insists Asom. Same goes for household items. Karacoma This sofa (£ 5,840) from The Conran Shop offers three different models and flamboyant embroidery but clean lines make sure he makes a smart statement.

5. Uzbeks chic
Style expert Hilary Alexander describes folk as "one of the most exuberant tendencies on the Merry-go-round style that is guaranteed to brighten the greyest days of January or February. This impression Uzbek silk embroidery (£ 29.31) Art Easy is a case. It's vibrant colors and bold pattern make it a focal point in bold on your wall. Attach it to your system room by adding a few accessories rusty.

6. Speak
Spanish designer Nani Marquina is based on the culture of ornamental designs reinterpreting traditional frieze carpet in his new Folk (now £ 1502.98 was £ 1878.72) for Nest. The beauty of the global trend is that the constant revision means it never goes out of date. So consider this a fabulous investment for the future. A little accessorising everything you need to keep cool.

9. Telling Tales
Bring a little fantasy in your life with a collection of tableware fashion illustrator Klaus Haapaniemi for Iittala. The plates, bowls and cups feature mythical creatures emerging flora and fauna, lavishly referencing Nordic folklore. Start your collection with this breathtaking spectacle Taika plate (£ 95.92) for Nest.

10. Magic Carpet
Walk in the footsteps of the rich and powerful on the carpet this Maharaja (£ 1,500) De Soto United Kingdom. More than 80 years old, its base is velvet embroidered with silver thread heavy, which makes it a jewel for your living room.