Samuel & Sons is thrilled to unveil its latest treasure trove: the Performance Library, a curation of patterns from its many renowned collections—including Aspen, Printemps, Regatta, Terrace, Saisons and Oceanside—all made to weather the elements with grit and grace. Boasting more than 250 SKUs, the selection features an array of cords, borders, fringes and tassel tiebacks, each exquisitely crafted in various constructions and luxury performance yarns. At the core of the Performance Library lies exceptional durability. Woven to withstand the harshest elements, these outdoor designs are destined for a lifetime of use. From UV resistance to mold and stain repellency, each pattern is meticulously made to endure.
Marisa Gutmacher, vice president of design for Samuel & Sons, spoke with Business of Home about the origins behind the Performance Library.
What was the starting point for this collection?
The inception of Samuel & Sons’ Performance Library was driven by a vision to craft trimmings that blend remarkable durability with exceptional design, catering to both indoor and outdoor settings and offering a wide array of colors.
What piece are you most excited to unveil?
Because of its versatile scale and vibrant color combinations, we’re thrilled to introduce the Laguna tassel fringe. It’s a 1.5-inch multicolor performance tassel fringe offered in a variety of brilliant blues, aquas and greens in Dragonfly; warm hues of red, yellow and orange in Sunset; and a cool nautical-inspired palette in Ocean Blue.
How do you feel this collection pushes the brand forward?
This collection significantly advances the brand by not only introducing innovative performance styles like hand-tied onion and multicolor tassel fringes but also offering a vast selection of patterns and colors. The expansion of options empowers designers to push the boundaries of their creativity while ensuring durability and functionality in their projects.
How does the collection build on or complement your other offerings?
The Performance Library is a culmination of patterns from both our renowned and brand-new outdoor collections, like Aspen, Printemps, Regatta Terrace, Saisons and Oceanside. This collection boasts a curation of more than 250 SKUs, organized by color, and features an array of cords, borders, fringes and tassel tiebacks, meticulously woven in various constructions and luxury performance yarns.
What about the collection feels fresh and exciting?
The collection boasts a vast and diverse color palette, ensuring there is a shade to enhance any scheme. From muted neutrals to vibrant hues, each tone is expertly selected, resulting limitless possibilities. It is by far the most comprehensive portfolio of performance trim patterns and colors in the market today. It introduces a combination of essentials, such as cords and brush fringes, as well as innovative tassel fringes.
Tell us about the materials in this collection. Are there certain materials used throughout, and/or a material that is a highlight on a particular piece?
The trimmings in the Performance Library collection are designed for both indoor sophistication and outdoor resilience. They’re woven from solution-dyed acrylic and are resistant to UV rays, mildew, mold and stains, making them a practical solution without compromising style.
How do you envision designers using this collection?
The Performance Library is an essential resource for every designer, offering a wide range of luxury performance fibers, sizes and colors. This collection serves as the ultimate tool kit for designers’ creative endeavors, whether for indoor or outdoor upholstery, drapery or accessory applications.
