Safavieh Rugs “Style Spotted” at High Point Market Design Innovation and Trend-right Colors Cited

Janel Laban, executive editor of Apartment Therapy “style spotting”
Safavieh’s new Santa Fe geometric rug with Peshawar wool pile
and Soumak flat weave in metallic yarn.

HIGH POINT –Two Safavieh area rugs were selected by High Point Market Style Spotters as favorite products during the October 2012 home furnishings market, October 13-18.  Lisa Mende, principal of Lisa Mende Design chose an ikat rug from Safavieh’s sustainable hemp collection by Thom Filicia, and Janel Laban, executive editor of Apartment Therapy singled out a new Santa Fe rug introduced at Market.

“We are honored to have our designs validated by top home fashion trendsetters; this distinction is especially significant when you consider that of the 167 products selected by the Style Spotters this Market, only five were area rugs,” said Safavieh principal Arash Yaraghi.

“This promotion by High Point Market is wonderful exposure for exhibitors like Safavieh, and also for the area rug category as a catalyst for color and pattern trends.  As the Style Spotters program continues each season, we hope to see the percentage of rugs grow in proportion to their vital role in interior design,” Yaraghi explained.

Named a Style Spotter after winning the High Point Market's Olioboard contest this summer, Lisa Mende is known creating expressive interiors with stylish accessories.  A respected design blogger, Mende noted on her Pinterest board that she chose Thom Filicia's Nottingham rug for its trendsetting colors of red, blue, yellow and aqua. “This hand knotted beauty would be great most anywhere,” she said.

Of the Santa Fe rug, Janel Laban of Apartment Therapy said, “Brick red plush pile meets subtly metallic silver flat weave: Beautiful unique rug from Safavieh.”  The rug combines a Peshawar weave wool pile with a Soumak flat weave in metallic yarn.

Chosen for their ability to see ahead of the curve in home fashion trends, the nine interior designers and bloggers asked by the Market to walk the show capturing images of their favorite looks and on-trend products. The Style Spotters curated their choices on Pinterest, a website that lets users organize and share photos on virtual pin boards. Each photo posted lists the exhibitor’s name and showroom number.

The fall roster of Style Spotters also included:
• Traci Zeller, Traci Zeller’s Blog
• Gretchen Aubuchon, Fashion + Decor
• Lori Dennis, DesignCamp.com
• Julia Buckingham Edelmann, Material Girls
• Cassandra LaValle, Coco + Kelley
• Stacy Naquin, Stacy Naquin blog
• Jason Oliver Nixon, Demystifying Design

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International Market Centers Reports Successful Leasing Cycle Leading Up to Fall High Point Market

HIGH POINT, NC -- International Market Centers, L.P. (IMC), the world's largest operator of premier showroom space for the furnishings, home decor and gift industries with properties on both coasts, announced its most successful leasing cycle on record as it prepares for the highly anticipated Fall High Point Market, Oct. 13-18 2012. IMC has also approved a multi-million dollar capital plan for building improvements and infrastructure to enhance the market experience, including extensive WiFi upgrades in all IMC buildings in High Point.

"Each market we deliver more of what's new for buyers-including adding industry leaders and design trend-setters as tenants to our High Point properties, creating the most coveted venues in the marketplace," said IMC Home Furnishings President, Tom Mitchell. "We are excited about what Fall High Point Market has in store for buyers including the growing roster of temporary exhibitors and new resources in such popular destinations as SALON, InterHall, Pavilions on Main 3 and Showplace."

Across the 5.1 million square feet of showrooms IMC owns and operates, company officials tout an impressive 92 percent occupancy rate for its High Point buildings this fall, which includes 34 new permanent tenants and 15 showroom expansions. New in IHFC are A-America, Durham Furniture and European brand Siedo Solutions showing for the first time with Eurostyle--to name a few. Rowe and Chandra will open spectacular new showrooms in Showplace, while Highland House along with high-end rug resources Art Resources and Bokara will introduce new permanent showrooms in Market Square.

Sought-after and sold-out destinations at High Point Market— including InterHall, SALON, Pavilions on Main 3 and Showplace First Floor Temporaries—are 100 percent occupied. In the Suites at Market Square, 90 of the 300 exhibitors are showing for the first time, meaning nearly one-third of the Suites will feature brand new resources. SALON has expanded onto the Mezzanine Floor, directly above the original SALON area on the Ground Floor and will feature 17 new exhibitors. In addition, buyers will see 11 new exhibitors in the Pavilions on Main 3, seven in InterHall and seven new exhibitors on the first floor of Showplace. In all, IMC’s temporary boast nearly 115 total new resources—delivering fresh new buying opportunities for retailers and designers.

IMC has also approved a multi-million dollar capital plan for building improvements and infrastructure to enhance the market experience. Among the investments is a $1 million investment in enhanced WiFi service in IMC lobbies and exhibit areas for this market. Complementing IMC’s WiFi investment, the City of High Point has also invested in improving wireless service in the public areas around the Market district in High Point.

“There is a deep commitment by our leadership to ensure that our valued clients, guests, and business partners have the best possible experience when they invest in and or visit our facilities and the city of High Point,” said Bob Maricich, CEO of IMC. “This multi-million dollar initiative, to begin rolling out this fall, will not only bring IMC’s buildings to the highest operational efficiency and enable us to deliver premium service to our valued customers, but the sizeable commitment will also give a boost to the local economy.”

For more information, visit www.imcenters.com.

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Safavieh to Host High Point Party with Thom Filicia

Thom Filicia with his furniture for Vanguard and ikat Safavieh rug of
sustainable hemp yarns Style # TMF339

PORT WASHINGTON, NY – Safavieh will host a meet and greet with celebrity designer Thom Filicia from 2:30 – 3:30 PM on Monday, Oct. 15 in its Historic Market Square showroom, suite 120. The event celebrates the upcoming launch of Filicia’s new decorating book “American Beauty” scheduled for release on Nov.13 in New York City.

Festivities include photo ops with the Filicia, and guests will receive bookmarks illustrated with images of Filicia’s vegetable-dyed hemp rugs for Safavieh, which the designer will sign.  Refreshments will be served.

Filicia and Safavieh have extended a special invitation to Sustainable Furnishings Council members to the party, which is listed in the SFC Shop Sustainable map and Guide to Green at High Point Market.

A member of SFC, which has designated him a DESIGNINGreen Leader, Filicia has incorporated the eco-friendly rugs he designed for Safavieh in his Skaneateles Lake, NY home, which is the subject of ‘American Beauty’, a combination memoir and decorating guide.

New at High Point: Salt Spring by Thom Filicia for Safavieh
in sustainable hemp yarn Style #TMF 331A

According to Cyrus Yaraghi, Safavieh principal, the company’s High Point introductions represent a major expansion in eco-friendly rugs. In addition to new SKUs in Filicia’s ikat hemp collection and his outdoor rugs crafted of yarns from recycled plastic bottles, the company has added 28 designs to the Safavieh Natural Fiber collection.  “Our yarns are hemp or jute depending on the design, and our new rugs feature fashion colors from purple to charcoal gray. We will also introduce chunky textures in sisal for a luxury designer look,” Yaraghi said.

Safavieh will serve breakfast and lunch, and host late afternoon wine and cheese happy hour daily during market.

For more information, visit www.safavieh.com.

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Experience "Rugs 101" High Point Seminar from Loloi

DALLAS, TX -- Loloi Rugs, together with International Market Centers (IMC), will host an all-new seminar, "Rugs 101," Sunday, Oct. 14, during the fall High Point Market. Especially geared toward retailers new to area rugs and those who always wanted to enter the category but may have felt too intimidated, this all-new seminar aims to demystify today's fast-changing area rug business.

"Rugs 101" began as a comprehensive brochure at Loloi, meant to be a collateral sales tool to help sales professionals and their Loloi customers. So well-received, it has been transformed and expanded into an informative seminar that is presented by Loloi executive, Cyrus Loloi, and product development specialists Cherisse Jensen and Emily Lancaster.

Area rugs over the last decade have experienced a seismic shift, transforming them from classic heirlooms handed down through generations of privileged families to stylish fashion accessories for the home that are affordable to consumers of all economic backgrounds. The Rugs 101 seminar will address this evolution, covering all the basics from different rug constructions, fiber types and cleaning methods to selecting the right size, identifying the latest trends and more.
All High Point attendees are welcome, including furniture store buyers, interior designers and retailers who are interested in entering the rug business, as well as members of the press and sales professionals, too.

"Rugs 101 is for anyone who wants to feel more comfortable selling modern-day rugs to their customers," said Cyrus Loloi. "We look forward to sharing our expertise and helping new buyers get excited about the quickly evolving, infinitely fashionable world of area rugs."

"Rugs 101" will be held at the International Home Furnishings Center (IHFC), Green Wing, 11th Floor Ballroom. The seminar is free and lunch will be served. Please note that seating will be limited. Make your reservation today by emailing:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

For more information, visit www.loloi.com.

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LR Resources Expands to High Point Showroom

DALTON, GA — LR Resources announced today that it will open a new showroom in High Point, NC. The new showroom will be located in the Showplace building, Suite 3451. The decision to expand to the space in High Point was made on much recent growth within the company and is evidence of its continued efforts to make itself a significant player in the industry.

LR Resources President, Krishna Laddha, says “We are excited to continue on our path to success with this new addition. This move will give our customers even more opportunity to shop our products.”

LR will be launching several new collections in their new showroom space. Among them will be the “Rock” collection, an innovative new machine made construction that produces a “shaggy” texture. The collection will be comprised of contemporary themes and designs.

LR Resources is a leading manufacturer of high-quality decorative pillows, rugs and home accents. The company prides itself on its artistry, innovative approach and commitment to quality and innovative style.

For more information, visit http://www.lrresources.com/.

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AMS Imports Area Rugs Launches Anta Scottish Tartans at High Point

Cawdor is one of the new ANTA Scottish Tartans to be introduced in High Point

AMHERST, MA – AMS Imports Area Rugs will be launching a brand new collection of Scottish Tartans at High Point Market this month. AMS Imports is partnering with ANTA, a Scottish textiles and ceramics company founded by Annie and Lachlan Stewart. The company is located on Scotland’s northeast coast. This new collection will feature area rugs, fabrics, and throws incorporating the traditional Scottish plaid pattern.

Scotland, in the heart of the United Kingdom, may be known for the Loch Ness Monster, traditional Scottish kilts, and skilled bagpipe players, but this collection, staying true to its heritage, incorporates tartan patterns in unique, gorgeous designs. “We are always looking to introduce the newest designs to the American market,” says Anne Schewe, President and Founder of AMS Imports Area Rugs, “this type of plaid design being made in Scotland is unlike anything we have offered before. We hope home decorators and designers will enjoy these unique patterns as much as we do.”

ANTA carpets and area rugs are similar to the original flat weaves manufactured in Scotland in the eighteenth century. The pure wool tartan carpet was developed in 1985 when ANTA was commissioned to replace an original stair carpet in Inverness that had worn out after 55 years. Ever since, ANTA has been utilizing the finest craftsmanship and natural materials to make pure wool flat weaves in the Scottish Highlands. The rugs are made from British sheep wool and coated with Teflon to provide a level of stain resistance. The Teflon also makes the rugs easier to clean. The carpets are backed with non-slip wool felt and bound with pure wool binding. There is a wide range of traditional and contemporary designs. ANTA rugs are available in 24 designs in both standard and custom sizes.

Uist, shown above, is one of the many new designs available.

ANTA throws are woven in Scotland from the softest lamb’s wool. Like all ANTA fabrics, the yarn is dyed before it is woven to ensure the colors are achieved consistently. The natural hues of the fabrics are inspired by the Scottish landscape. These throws make perfect blankets, bed coverings, or curtains.

The ANTA Collection operates under the SAVE mission (Sustainable, Affordable, Vernacular, Ecological). AMS Imports, Inc. specializes in bringing unique area rugs, tapestries, pillows, and other home accessories to the American Market. AMS has been a pioneer since 1980 searching the globe for innovative and different products to introduce to designers, consumers, and retailers in the United States. AMS Imports has collections from all over the world including Jordan, Peru, Egypt, India, Uzbekistan, Turkey, Columbia, and the US.

AMS Imports, Inc. will be showing the ANTA Collection Oct. 13-18 at:

The International Home Furnishings Market
Tomlinson Erwin Lambeth Directional Showroom
525 North Wrenn Street, High Point, NC

For more information, visit www.amsimports.com.

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Feizy Rugs Brings Fashion and Festivities to High Point

New designs from Feizy to be featured in High Point include (left to right)
Mambasa, Noor and the Ouray Collections.

DALLAS, TX—Feizy Rugs will be the destination for the latest in on-trend style and valuable market incentives at October’s High Point International Home Furnishings Market.  The company plans to celebrate with an Oktoberfest-themed party Tuesday evening, Oct. 16 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm.

Hand knotted in pure bamboo silk, the simple African-inspired patterns of the Mambasa Collection are the newest addition to the Feizy Fine Collections.  Clean, contemporary designs possess a subtle shimmer and a soft hand, lending light to modern and transitional settings.

The Noor Collection blends placid tones and clean, modern designs to create serene settings.  Tibetan hand knotted in a pile of 100% art silk, these pieces possess a soft hand and a luminous sheen that lends elegance and shimmer to any room.

One new design has also been added to the Ouray Collection.  Painstakingly hand knotted in a 100% silk pile, these incredibly detailed and radiant pieces are the ultimate in luxury.

One new colorway, black/white, has been added to the acclaimed Bamboo Lattice Collection.  Stalks of bamboo are interlaced to form a screen pattern, hand knotted in the finest wool and art silk. The plush hand characteristic of Tibetan knotted pieces is enhanced with a special wash to create an even softer pile.

Multiple additions have also been made to the Feizy Home Collection.

Designs shown above are from the Portico, Moneta and Daria Collections.

The Portico Collection is a grouping of hand carved tufted transitional and contemporary designs.  Taking inspiration from both architectural elements and nature, these pieces blend the two seamlessly with delightful results.  A palette of subdued neutral colors creates a tranquil foundation and makes decorating a snap.

The casual charm of the Moneta Collection combines the ease of printed jute with on-trend designs and palettes.  Hand loomed and backed in canvas to add body to each piece, transitional ikat, medallion, and floral patterns impart a relaxed style.

Intricately detailed traditional styling and on-trend colors have made the Daria Collection an instant classic.  Power loomed of polypropylene in an ultra-dense and exquisitely plush quality, each design features meticulously precise patterns that seem to leap off each piece.

Subtle shades of color play elegantly against each other in the Luna Collection, a medley of tone-inspired contemporary pieces. Black, light gray, purple and teal colorways will make their High Point debut.  Subtle color gradations recreate the moon's effect, giving each seemingly simple rug a life of its own.

The company has added two new colorways, ivory and light gray, to the popular Marlowe Collection.  These loom knotted art silk pieces are so incredibly plush, they beg for bare feet.  Each of these rugs work effortlessly into a variety of decors.

Visit Feizy Rugs on Friday, Oct. 12 between 12:00 and 5:00 pm for early access to the Feizy Trends Collection.  This limited offering has been hand selected and assembled to represent the most stylish and sought-after designs of today.  Come early for the best selection.

Feizy Rugs will also be offering customers some valuable market incentives for orders written during the show and ART Cardholders will receive discounts on qualifying orders.  For more details, visit with a Feizy Rugs representative or call (800) 779-0877 x281.

Stop by Feizy’s showroom, located at 145 Market Square for a tour of the new introductions Oct. 13-18.  The company will host Happy Hour nightly from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, as well as an Oktoberfest Party, complete with German food, party favors and beer, Tuesday, Oct. 16 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm.

For more information, visit www.feizy.com.

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Bokara Rug Co. Relocates in High Point

Bokara Rug Company has relocated its High Point showroom to Bokara Rugs at Market Square, 305 West High Street, in time for the upcoming fall Market. The company will be showing a selection from their vast range including their new contemporary designs from the South Sea, Himalayan Art 3000 and Ecco Natural Collections.

Based in New Jersey, Bokara is well known for the large range of in-stock styles, colors and sizes — including over size — carried  at their 44 Hartz Way, Secaucus location.

Visit http://www.bokara.com/ for more information; contact David Lew by email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (201) 601.0040.

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