RAR Writes: Foo Dogs

Butterfly Mania 2012, Prepare!

Ever start to notice a trend in decor and once you begin to really pay attention, you notice it everywhere? First it was foo dogs...(Oh they're so last week. Ha). Next, my prediction is...butterflies. I may be crazy and I'm no expert, but I'm beginning to see them crop up more and more at the couture level. That means by summer they'll be in Target (OK...maybe not that quickly but give it within the next year).

Here is what's in store...

Using butterflies on wallpaper and throw pillows provides an airy yet bold means of expression. See, for example, this fresh and crisp Madame Buttterfly Collection from Designer's Guild.

Butterflies are beautiful and delicate creatures. Many of the emerging accessories convey these characteristics. I'm loving the "Birds and Butterflies" Wallpaper from Schumacher. The vibrant colors of the butterflies flutter around the white background. And check out those Manolo Blahnik butterfly slingbacks!

And lastly, let's not over estimate these winged bugs' ability to dispay brilliant hues of gorgeous color. Love the Butterfly orange rug from The Rug Company (also available in fushia)!

(courtesy of smsread.com)

Wesley-Hall Bobbin Chairs

And of course, Lulu DK never disappoints with her Matouk collection availabe at Horchow.

Lulu DK Matouk Bedding at Horchow

Keep your eyes peeled for more flurries a flutter this spring. There's guaranteed to be a butterfly invasion coming our way!

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Foo Dog Fervor

You know if Foo Dogs are showing up on the isles of Target that the world has developed a "fervor for foo"!

These little 'ugly guys' have long been a design accessory of our most beloved designers. From Mary McDonald to Jonathan Adler, foo dogs add a touch of Asian charm to a modern design and I think they're super fun.

Barbara Cosgrove Foo Lamps provide the perfect balance to a whimsical office space.

Barbara Cosgrove

Mary McDonald

Once you keep your eyes open for the foo, you'll notice them popping up everywhere. And who knew these puppies could have such a varying price tag. I've seen them on One King's Lane for over $1,000 but found a few more affordable solutions below.