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Nonwoven Wallpaper :
Sooner or later, everything comes back in style. Or so they say. But even if fashion is cyclical, designers always manage to reinvent and modernise the colours, patterns, materials and/or textures, bringing a fresh new twist to the whole look. This is definitely the case when it comes to fashion. And interior design, too, to match our changing lifestyles. So now we know why there’s been so much fuss lately about vintage collectibles, classic cars and historic mansions. We’re definitely not willing to give up the pleasures of luxury and comfort -on the contrary, we make sure our environments feature plenty of both- but when it comes to interior design and decoration, we often want to bring back the dreamy romanticism of days gone by. Many design enthusiasts will spare no effort or cost to achieve that coveted, authentically vintage look. It’s an admirable endeavour, a testimonyto the respect and appreciation we have today for the efforts of our forefathers. Indeed, this trend is all about paying homage to our heritage.
Absolutely Stunning Arte has always had a keen eye for spotting trends in their infancy. Early on, it sensed that the market would be on the lookout for products and techniques that would conjure up our nostalgia for the past, our desire to reconnect with memory’s gaze. That’s how Amazone came to be. This brand-new high-end collection is truly a work of art. Amazone is a type of wallcovering that corresponds exactly to the vintage atmosphere we’ve just described. Good old-fashioned quality, expensive, perhaps a bit elitist, but the effect is absolutely stunning.
This high-end exclusive wallcovering is a far cry from ordinary wallpaper. First of all, it’s made of fabric, not paper. And not your basic run-of-the-mill fabric, either, but taffeta. Taffeta, made of silk or synthetic fibres, is a luxuriant fabric with a sheen on its surface. It feels smooth to the touch and is firmly woven, with one colour in the warp and another in the weft, resulting in an iridescent effect that changes in the light. To improve the workability of the fabric, the taffeta was deliberately crushed and then applied to a lightweight non-woven backing. The end result is light, airy and as easy to hang as a regular wallcovering.
Taffeta Because of its particular weave, taffeta always looks different, depending on the angle of view and the light source. A wall covered with Amazone seems to spring to life and change according to its moods. The Amazone plains are already stunning in itself, but Arte has truly outdone itself by offering several patterned variants. Alternating wide vertical stripes. Decorative flourishes against a monochromatic background. An elegant, sinuous, plant-like pattern, reminiscent of climbing ivy. The stripes, flourishes and entwining branches were applied to the fabric using flock techniques. Tone-on-tone or with contrasting colours, take your pick among the rich, modest and distinctive colours available. The colour descriptions alone will make your head spin with delight: dark velvety black, rich chocolate brown, dramatic red -think velvet theatre seats in deep wine-red shades- frozen chestnut, ivory, laurel green, bronze green, brick red, stormy blue and rust. The flocking process makes the motif appear slightly raised, creating a soft, somewhat velvety texture. This not only enhances the visual appeal but elicits an almost irresistible urge to caress and cherish it for all eternity.
Posing on Horseback Imagine an elegant apparition from the distant past, her sumptuous dress with rustling petticoats underneath, a most impractical outfit for riding horseback. Or the Amazons galloping side-saddle across the woods. After all, a lady wouldn’t dream of straddling a horse…
Call it the high point, the climax, the moment suprême or just plain fabulous. With Amazone, Arte has truly outdone itself once again.
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