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The article talks about the "Made in USA" movement among interior textile companies and the manufacturing realities and consumer response to homegrown products. Topics include companies like LDB Interior Textiles and the demand of quality and "Made in America" products, Modernplum and its sourcing of linen material from the Czech Republic but designs, manufactures, and packages the product in Chicago, Illinois, and other companies like Roya River Trading, Lacefield, and Sanford Design.

The article discusses the importance of brands in the home textile business to consumers in the U.S. Topics covered include the heightened level of consumer awareness of brand, the proliferation of information and products on the internet, and the emergence of reality television and social media that gave consumers wider access to design personalities. INSET: Making It Beautiful Together: Pedersen & Softline.

The article discusses how U.S. suppliers of luxury home textiles have reacted to the slow economy. Some are sticking to original philosophies and materials while others such as The Natori Company and Ellery Homestyles are changing or adding to their product offerings to meet customer demand of greater affordability. Bella Notte Linens and Yves Delorme both see major growth despite the recession.

The article provides a State of the Industry report which provides an overview of where the U.S. home fashion industry stands in cost and quality, innovation and change, brands and private labels, and the online world. It cites the increasing costs for creating and shipping home textiles. Dave Martin of Regence Home says offering good pricing is one route to sales success. The increase in the prevalence of branded, licensed and private label lines is also noted.

The article offers insights about the design directions and soft window fashions that will be on display during the New York Home Fashions Market. According to James Romano of Renaissance Home Fashion, several popular styles in soft window treatments include grommet top faux silk and grommet solid fabrics as well as transitional sheers, embroidered tier pairs and valances. Current styles of window coverings have been targeting the 21-to-45 consumers in the U.S.

The article offers insights from luxury suppliers, interior designers and marketers about creating products for young affluent consumers in the U.S. Tricia Guild of Designers Guild has described the basis of their design vision. According to Anna Wallace of Anali, they always consider the younger generation when brainstorming new designs. A comparison between the shopping attitude of younger generations and their parents is provided by Steve Schneider of Sferra.

The article discusses image and invention in the textile industry in the U.S. It states that suppliers are entering into partnerships and licensing opportunities as paths to success. Authenticity and relevance to consumers are reportedly key factors to branding in home textiles. Hollander with Homedics, Downlite with Good Housekeeping Research Institute and Ginsey Home Solutions with Rubbermaid are cited as some of the licensing partnerships based on well-recognized brands. Also noted are reinvented companies that are showing their competitive edges.

The article reports on the move of some business enterprises in the interior textile industry in the U.S. in facing challenges against global economic recession. It states that the companies are having innovations with their businesses to continue their operation and growth despite the current economic situation. It mentions that the C & F Enterprises Inc. adopt cost cutting, working efficiently, and looks for opportunities to continue with their operation which allows expansion in the future.

The article cites the condition of luxury suppliers in the U.S. amidst the global financial crisis. It notes that several luxury suppliers are still on the process of recovery after being hit by downturn and states their struggles in terms of their luxury products' pricing. Michael Vidra, chief executive officer (CEO) of Raymond Design, notes that several customers have declined from buying such goods due to recession.

The article reports on the trends in the U.S. fabric and trimming industry. Manoli Sargetakis of Silver State says that designs are influenced by the recession by causing the reaction to go upbeat. Furthermore, it also notes the trends toward bright, bold-colored fabrics that will be tempered by earth tones such as browns and bricks for a more understated look. On the other hand, trimmings are said to be moving towards less embellished and more subtle tailored looks such as braids.

This article offers a look at the interior decoration products exhibited by various companies during the High Point market trade show in the U.S. held on October 1-7, 2007. Color combination of brown and green was the focus of Capel. A line of colorful handmade ceramics was launched by Mystic Valley Traders. Digitally printed art line was unveiled by Surya. It describes the rugs from Prairie Rugs as heavy and eco-friendly.

The article talks about clients in the luxury goods and textile fabrics industry. Pam Danziger, owner of Unity Marketing, Steen Kanter, chief executive officer of Kanter International and Lisa Rosenberg, co-owner of Arrelle Fine Linens, identified affluent clients in the industry and ways of attracting them. Danziger identified affluent clients as the top 25% of the U.S. Kanter believed that luxury purchases are based on decisions of the heart.

Discusses trends in crafts retailing in the United States as of March 1996. Includes less ornamentation in jewelry; Increase in variety of dolls; Need for more personal service in retail stores; Listing of crafts shows; Challenges facing the crafts industry; Strategies in selling crafts.

Talks about Bob Hurwitz and Jim Monro, founder of HomePlace Inc. in Dallas, a megastore for home fashion shopping. Features of the store; Detailed information on the same. INSET: Specialty store survival tips..

The article looks at the condition of the suppliers in the alternative window treatments, decorative hardware, and motorization sectors in the U.S. in 2013. According to Joe Jankoski of window treatment manufacturer Hunter Douglas, consumers are starting to invest in their homes driven by improvements in the housing market and job market and low interest rates. The impact of the recession on the hospitality sector is discussed.

The article offers information on fabrics and trims on view on December 5-8, 2010 at Showtime, High Point's semi-annual fabric market produced by the International Textile Market Association of the U.S., including Jazz Age Suite from Upper South Studio, fringe trim from Expo International, and the Checkerboard Collection from Van Lathem.

The article offers information on what would motivate consumers to purchase hospitality products despite the economic recession in the U.S. It is stated that there are a wide range of preferences among customers, including casual, traditional and green products. According to Shiv Shankaran, Venus Home Fashions general manager, the emphasis is on value and what could satisfy customers with small pocketbooks. It also mentions the bedding and comforters launched by manufacturers to meet the demand.

Presents information on the design of the kitchen of a Victorian house in Lutherville, Maryland. Factors considered in designing the kitchen; Colors and furnishings used; Changes made to the kitchen.

The article presents the view of luxury linen entrepreneur Nancy Koltes on the development of the U.S. luxury market. According to Koltes, the luxury linens wholesale market was launched when Neiman Marcus produced a fine linens book in 1989. She says that in the 1980s and early 1990s, the draperies, walls and floors were the focus of the room's design but currently, homeowners begin with a simpler bedroom environment and the bed becomes the accent or focus.

The article reports on the changes in how European fashion and furniture design trends influence the U.S. market. Carolyn Winderbaum, product development manager at Caldeira USA Inc., notices that the application of European design in the U.S. is not quite as straightforward and direct as it used to be. She observes that U.S. color trends have diverged from European taste which favors bolder ones.

The author discusses the state of the middle class population and its impact on the U.S. economy. Topics discussed include the middle class population, referring to adults earning from 42,000 to 126,000 dollars per year, fell to 50 percent of the total U.S. adult population, middle-income households dropped from 62 percent of aggregate revenue in 1970 to 43 percent in 2014 and the struggle of chocolate company Hershey in managing its sales and earnings due to the declining middle class.

The article discusses the highlights of the July 2015 meeting of the Luxury Marketing Council's New York Chapter and mentions topics including the presentation "Checking the Pulse of the American Shopper", the changes in consumers' attitudes and the influence of technology on consumers' purchase.

The article offers information on middle class retailers and consumers. Topics cited include the buying patterns of Millennial, the Center for American Progress analysis of the reason behind the non-performance of middle class retail and the New York Home Fashions Market held in March 2015. It also mentions the article "Middle Class Retail is Dying, And Inequality May Be to Blame" by Eric Reed published on mainstreet.com on March 30, 2015, and the slogan by fashion designer Vivienne Westwood.

The article analyzes the color trends in 2014 fashion bedding lines. Navy blue and shades of red are cited as the best-selling colors in Sunham's Hugo Boss and Lacoste fashion bedding. Lacoste uses saturated red, green, dark blue and orange along with white in a new line. Rug suppliers announced in 2013 the release of products in Royal Orchid which is Pantone's 2014 Color of the Year. The author thinks the U.S. consumers are becoming confident to buy what they like instead of what is the trend.

The article reports that some U.S. retailers are showcasing "Made in U.S." goods and require certification that those goods are really made in the U.S. Robert Leo, Home Fashion Products Association (HFPA) legal counsel, cautions HFPA members to comply with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's regulations on the labeling of products as "Made in USA" and similar labels. The author states that despite the economic recession, the U.S. is still being sought by importers from other countries.

The article offers updates on the U.S. luxury market as of November 2012. It notes that 29% of the world's millionaires and 40% of the world's riches are living in the U.S. It states that affluent consumers purchase 37% of the world's luxury cars, 24% of experiential luxury goods and 19% of personal luxury goods. Thirty-seven percent of the millionaires in the U.S. are women, and sixty-one percent of rich people in the U.S. live in major cities.

The author reflects on the state of the U.S. economy and the social changes occurring in the home fashion industry as of April 2012. She observes during the New York Fashion Market that suppliers have initiated innovations to maintain their business by expansion. She advises that to stay in business, one must be continuously learning and be a step ahead in the business.

The author discusses the creation of more jobs in the U.S. and bringing manufacturing back to the U.S. She comments on a report by The Boston Consulting Group, a global management consulting firm, about the rising wages in China and the government incentives in Mississippi, South Carolina and Alabama that make the states as competitive as low-cost bases for supplying the U.S. market. The author also introduces the report "Homegrown Sales"which is published within the issue.

The article offers tips for successful business restructuring. Several business changes that are considered in demand in the U.S. include shifts from a domestic to a global business, a business to a consumer market, a product- to a service-oriented business and a bricks-and-mortar business to electronic commerce. Several steps in the restructuring include cultivating leaders and managers, practicing clear communication and testing concepts and processes.

The article looks at the changing luxury market in the U.S. Several aspects in the market that will be changing include the number of customers, the average age of the customers and the ways in which they shop. In the past, the Baby Boom generation were considered good purchasers in the luxury market. However, their focus has been changing as they approach retirement. One factor that will affect the way consumers shop in this market are technology changes.

The article features clothing designer Trina Turk and her brand of products for the home. Her products range from clothing apparel to home products such as placemats and table napkins. In May 2010, she expanded her apparel to bedding collection made by Peking Handicraft. She opened boutiques in California, Florida and two in New York. Her designs have been bought by high-end retailers and about 250 free-lance store owners for home decoration.

An introduction to the journal is presented in which the editor mentions that the issue includes report on the effects of effects of the economic crisis on companies in the interior textile industry in the U.S., one on eco-friendly products and one on the color trends for 2010 in home textiles.

The author reflects on the impact of the multi-task products in the U.S. She states that manufacturers nowadays are less distant and more moderate in their offerings, showing less energetic. She infers that producers are reacting to consumers' reducing pocketbooks through the addition of more value to products with increased benefits.

The article reports that Eve Blossom has established Lulan Artisans to bring luxury textiles to the U.S. It is said that Blossom has been creating luxury textiles and a sustainable market for the weaving industry. It is cited that Lulan Artisans based in South Carolina offers contemporary styled textiles that were produced with traditional loom weaving techniques.

The article focuses on the green efforts of Alps Industries Ltd. and Welspun Group, manufacturers in India and exporters to the U.S. It notes that Alps Industries is one of the first companies to make organic cotton a commercially viable fiber and to standardize the use of natural dyes. It mentions that Welspun includes oil use reduction, recycling and biological treatment of waste as practices for the environment. It asserts that the movement toward green products is not a passing fad.

The article looks at the status of eco-friendly luxury items in the U.S. market as of April 2008. Schlossberg USA president Christoph Kull states that eco-friendly products are easier to sell at the luxury level because affluent consumers are beginning to be more aware of the environment. Under the Canopy CEO Barbara Cavanagh notes that the pricing of eco-friendly products do not differ much from noneco-friendly products. SDH assistant sales manager Taina Garcia asserts that consumers are attracted to the quality of eco-friendly goods.

The author looks at the condition of the textile industry in Kansas. She notes that the manufacturing of products abroad is facing challenges in line with the devaluation of the U.S. dollar, the rising cost of fuel and shipping, and the questioning of quality control from some overseas factories. She suggests that the industry must adopt the philosophy presented in the television program "The Wizard of Oz." She notes that the fictitious character Dorothy chose to return to her homeland from the imaginary place Oz without regrets.

The article focuses on changes in the interior textile industry. The shift of the U.S. manufacturing base offshore resulted to the emergence of new business models. According to the Home Fashion Products Association, suppliers have formed partnerships throughout the store's entire supply chain in order to meet retailers' needs. Home fashions were influenced by globalization.

The article discusses how Generation X will affect the U.S. luxury market. Pam Dezinger, president of Unity Marketing, predicts that spending on luxury goods will decrease in the next five to ten years. She said that manufacturers of home furnishings should take into consideration the attitude of Generation Exers. She described the Generation X as brand-conscious consumers who prefer comfort over formality.

Features Jeff Burton, owner of the Bath & Beyond kitchen and bath showroom in San Francisco, California. Information on the showroom's name; Background on Burton's business philosophy; Products offered by Burton.

Editorial. Introduces a series of articles on kitchen and bath business in the U.S.