Shades of gray and purple are the hot new trend in 2012

If you have spent anytime shopping for your home or looking at paint, wallpaper or floorcovering, you must know by now the trend in color is shades of gray and purple. While it is a great combination, it creates a challenge with existing furniture and accessories. Unfortunately every time there is a new color trend we can't just throw everything out and start over. Well I guess you could, but it would get a little expensive. Not to mention be wasteful. So the question is " How do you update and incorporate new trends into your existing home decor? Choose smaller spaces to update, such as a powder room. If you keep the basic design neutral, you can add towels, a rug, art and accessories in the new trendy colors without too much difficulty. Another great place to incorporate new color is in the kitchen. Throw fruit or veggies in a decorative bowl, change out small appliances, add decorative dishes and placemats based on the current color trend and of course always remember to just have fun with it. Small changes really do make a big impact and help keep your home feeling fresh and new.