FABRIC TRENDS FROM THE LA INTERNATIONAL TEXTILE SHOW

Ombré prints give textiles the sun-drenched look of a tropical island.
 
Animal prints go wild, ranging from rich faux furs to flashy versions in stretch fabrics.
 
Gray days are here giving floral prints and patterns a makeover.
 
Botanical prints range from lush florals to organic-leaf patterns.
 
Textile mills head to Morocco for inspiration with foulard- and paisley-inspired prints and patterns.
 
Textile makers offer fabrics with sophisticated surface treatments.
 
Royal blue is back, turning up as an accent color on geometric patterns or as an allover shade for ikat-style prints, funky animal prints or paisley patterns.
 
Foil prints and metallics light up textile design with a futuristic touch.
 
Orange shades from bright sherbert to rich persimmon lend a rich glow to velvets and jerseys.
 
Geometric prints are back, but they've gone oversized, often in bright primary shades paired with shades of gray.