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Textiles at Apropos

Apropos has been a staple in the New York Design Center @ 200 Lex from the very beginning. In fact, last year marked forty years in business. For that we would like to thank our partners – the factories we represent, and the designers we serve. Without you, this showroom would not be possible.

We’ve made some exciting new changes in the past couple of years. All along, our upholstery lines such as LEE Industries, Wesley Hall, American Leather, and Vanguard Furniture have offered cut yardage. We’ve recently added a number of textile companies to the mix.

Maxwell Fabrics

Maxwell Fabrics is a premier fabric supplier known for its commitment to delivering luxurious, high-performance textiles for residential, commercial, and hospitality interiors. With an expansive collection of carefully curated patterns, colors, and textures, Maxwell Fabrics offers a diverse range of fabrics that combine aesthetic appeal with durability. With over 100 years of industry experience, the company has built a reputation for quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Whether you’re creating a stylish residential space or designing a sophisticated commercial environment, Maxwell Fabrics provides the materials to bring your vision to life. Leuven Home has some stunning Belgian Linens. Novus Textiles specializes in upholstery fabrics rich in color and texture, a forward-thinking leader in the textile industry, offering an exceptional range of innovative fabrics designed to meet the needs of modern living. From luxurious soft goods to high-performance materials, Novus Textiles is committed to creating textiles that blend style, function, and sustainability. With a keen focus on quality craftsmanship and eco-conscious production, Novus Textiles offers solutions that cater to both residential and commercial spaces. Whether you’re outfitting a sleek office or designing a warm, welcoming home, Novus Textiles provides the perfect fabrics to inspire and elevate any environment. Material Works and Inside Out are subdivisions of Valdese Weavers and offer a great deal of performance fabrics.

MIND THE GAP

Our newest partner is MIND THE GAP, a fabulous, fashion forward company out of Transylvania. Yes, you can find some solid linens and velvets as well as some traditional Ikats and plaids. You can also find some bright and bold patterns and textures. A must-see for that special project, whether you’re looking for a fabric or a knockout wallcovering!

Fall 2022 – Market Standouts

The High Point Furniture Market appeared to be back in full swing this fall. Manufacturers were showing new products and buyers were in attendance. Standouts or takeaways…

American Leather has improved its lead times TREMENDOUSLY! Most goods are shipping in under a month. Occasionally a component or a cover is out of stock and that slows down production – but more often than not their made-to-order upholstery is shipping quickly.

Bontempi Casa introduced some beautiful new chairs. Clean, simple, and many are in stock in the US. The Malik is one of several models available with a flexible ergonomic back.

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Malik Flex from Bontempi Casa

In addition to the chairs, many dining tables are in the quick ship program. Those pieces can typically be delivered in a few weeks. With the holidays rapidly approaching – we still have some options.

Bungalow 5 introduced a number of linen-wrapped pieces. They too continue to stock pieces in the US to allow for more reasonable lead times. It’s always best to check stock before ordering though if you are trying to meet a deadline.

LEE Industries is always a favorite. They introduced a few new frames and a number of fabrics. Classic stripes, solid performers, rich leathers, whimsical patterns, and the much sought neutral boucle.

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LEE Industries Fabric Introductions

More importantly, LEE has managed to decrease lead times significantly. They are down to an average of 12-16 weeks. And they continue to strive towards their old 6-8 week lead times.

Vanguard Furniture introduced some more modular upholstery and their customizable programs are some of the broadest. Make It Yours categories include bedroom, dining room, office, and more.

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Make It Yours Bedroom Options from Vanguard Furniture

Vanguard lead times have also improved. Each category is different – so again – best to check your particular category.

Wesley Hall looked great. Peter Jacob continues to modernize the line. You can still get your classic traditional designs. But you can also get more transitional and contemporary pieces. All bench-made by true craftsmen and women. Although their lead times are improving, they are still running at 8 months. If you can wait, you will not be disappointed with the product.

So to recap – lead times are improving – some faster than others. Product lines and categories are expanding. And the industry is once again moving forward.