Forecast Series Planned Las Vegas Market

Las Vegas, NV, December 11, 2007--What will tomorrow’s best dressed homes be wearing?

Attendees of Las Vegas Market can find out as part of a new three-part presentation called “The Forecast,” in which renowned style experts will unveil the latest in color, the influence of fashion and fabric, as well as the hottest industry trends for the year ahead.

“The Forecast” educational series features Pantone’s Leatrice Eiseman, Merrill Greene of Stylesight, and Michelle Lamb of Marketing Directions.

On January 28, Eiseman of Pantone will present The Forecast: Color Trends, The Most Directional Future Palettes. Leatrice Eiseman explains the origin of color forecasts and shows examples of the most directional palettes for future selling seasons.

Eiseman is a color and trend consultant to a wide variety of industries, as well as the director of the Pantone Color Institute. Named as one of the top international trend influencers by Fortune Magazine, she is the author of seven books on color, including “More Alive With Color” and “Color Messages and Meanings.”

Merrill Greene, creative director for Stylesight, will present The Forecast: Fabric & Fashion on January 29. She will give her opinions regarding spring 2009 colors.

On January 30, The Forecast: Trendwatch Live!, co-sponsored by Accessory Merchandising, will be offered by Michelle Lamb of Marketing Directions Inc. Lamb examines the emerging styles, colors, categories, moods and motifs shaping the way people decorate.