Trend Hunter's 2011 Trend Report sneak peek

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Here is Trend Hunter's 2011 Trend Report sneak peek from  Art & Design category:

Cottage Couture

Cabin life conveys a toned-down opulence while emphasizing nature

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Implications - As cities increase more and more in population, the ability to get away from it all truly becomes a luxury. Once considered a vacation for those who couldn’t afford a trip overseas, cottages now serve as the ultimate nirvana. With the end of the recession, consumers make an attempt at being credit-savvy by showing off their money in a toned-down, eco-friendly manner. [More]