Nomi Outdoor Fabrics

Lucky for us, we live in a time where function is catching up to form in the textile world. We have tons of awesome indoor/outdoor fabric options that are soft, pretty, and relatively indestructible. Obviously, they are great for making outdoor spaces look fabulous and unique...what may not be so obvious is that  they are also perfect for interior use.

If you have kids and/or pets (or messy adults), I highly recommend using indoor/outdoor fabric on upholstery that sees daily abuse. It's more expensive up front (for the good stuff usually between $50-90+/yard), but it will hold up and you won't stress over stains because it's super easy to clean (it can even be bleached). And I know you are thinking that outdoor fabrics don't feel good like indoor ones do, but I can assure you that they've come a long way from the good ol' Sunbrella basics that we all know. From a tactile perspective, outdoor textiles are much softer and have better texture on the whole than ever before.

I'm a diehard fan of Perennials but I'm always looking for more sources and I've definitely found one in Nomi. Nomi produces gorgeous indoor textiles in addition to an outdoor line that is made of hardy solution dyed acrylic. Besides solids and plain textures, Nomi offers lots of really fun patterned options like these (all of which come in different colorways, so be sure to click through to their site to explore)...

Rumba, Coral - Boa, Lagoon
Taza, Midnight - Grecco Linea, Poseidon

Yoruba, Tangerine - Sinbad, Cerulean
Tangier, Parrot - Runway, Sea

Croco, Elephant - Mobia, Badrani
Labryinth, Blue Agate - Cowry Shell, Indigo
Kalimba, Yohimbe -  Nile, Pearl

A few of the patterns remind me of Quadrille / China Seas, but honestly, the fabric is much better than the outdoor option that Quadrille offers. Q's is really stiff and it looks like outdoor fabric, whereas Nomi's does not. Anyhow, what do you think? Loving any pattern(s) in particular?

Are you a fan of indoor/outdoor fabrics like I am? Any favorite lines? Besides this one, I like Erin Flett for Al Fresco, Holly Hunt's Great Outdoors, and Perennials. Duralee, Schumacher, and Kravet also make some great options.

Schumacher's New Crop of Indoor-Outdoor Fabrics

Schumacher recently released a new indoor-outoor collection called Côte d’Azur and it's pretty fab. The set is full of textures and colors that don't scream spring/summer (like Trina Turk's) and the more fall-winter-centric style of the collection is refreshing and very versatile. Here are some images of the fabrics at work...

Tortola, as shown above in Oxford Grey, is a favorite of mine. I like that it's graphic pattern is interesting and impactful but still understated and timeless.

I love this umbrella in the Cannes Awning Stripe (also in Oxford Grey) and while I think the Antibes Chevron looks great on the chairs, I'm not too excited about the fabric because I think that pattern is overplayed at the moment.

Navy is so classic for outdoor spaces and most of the Côte d’Azur fabrics are available in a navy colorway.

The group includes some unconventional textures for outdoor fabrics including velvet, chenille, matelasse, and herringbone. But of course, even though all of the product photos are of exterior spaces, remember to keep the collection in mind for interiors as well. I'm excited to touch and feel them...if they're good, they could easily because some of my new favorite fabrics to use on hard-working, dog and kid friendly upholstery.

Besides the Tortola in the Oxford Grey and all of the colorways of the Cannes Awning Stripe, these are my other favorites from the bunch:

Cap Ferrat Weave in Viridian
Menton Chenille in Pool
Tortola in Marine

Are these idyllic outdoor photos torturing some of you? Here in Texas the weather is nice (for the moment), but I know that most people are suffering through cold winter temps right now. So I'm sorry to dangle warmth and sunshine in front of you! Like I said though, don't shrug these fabrics off if you're planning interior upholstery projects. Too bad Schumacher didn't get a shot of a big cozy sofa covered in the plush Monaco Velvet to keep us all from having season envy.

Have a fantastic weekend!