October 26, 2006 3:57 PM

BY: BY TARA MCLELLAN • SELECT PHOTOS BY CHERYL GERBER
for Home Furnishings
In addition to providing stunning window treatments and lighting design, Wren’s Tontine Shade and Design also features graceful furniture accents, such as this fabulous wrought iron bench, that pairs contemporary style and old-New Orleans refinement. Wren’s Tontine Shade and Design Shop, 1533 Prytania St., 525-7409.
Adding Asian design elements to an interior is a chic way to bring mystery and beauty to any eclectic design. Antiques and Wholesale Furnishings has the perfect example of Asian form with this beautifully distressed chest that marries color, style and function. Antiques and Wholesale Furnishings, 3511 River Rd., Jefferson, 837-8095.
photo: David Tompkins
Featuring red, purple, and amber crystals, this shining stunner by Julie Neill will certainly turn heads while casting a gorgeous glow on a room. Think of it as movie star lighting for you and your home. Julie Neill Designs, 3908 Magazine St., 899-4201.
Fit for a king or queen, this impressive Jacobean English side chair at Heirloom Furnishings has real regal personality. Luxuriously upholstered in cut velvet and featuring distinct brass pyramid nail heads and intricately carved arms and legs, this bold chair will certainly make its elegant presence known in your interior. Heirloom Furnishings, 1400 St. Charles Ave., 671-8298.
Target has always been known for embracing designers—demonstrating how beauty and function doesn’t always have to cost a lot. Interior designer Victoria Hagan joins the ranks with a new home collection, including the “Ava” faux-stingray clock and “Jenna” faux-stingray frames. Target, 4500 Veterans Blvd., 888-2184, 1731 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, 227-2014.
Fabrixx, known for its fabric choices, is now rolling out red (and blue and green and beige) carpets. The “New Wave” line of luscious rugs brings color, style and comfort to the home with a modern sensibility. Available in several colorways and designs at reasonable prices, these are rugs you have to see to believe. Fabrixx, 755 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, 831-1118; 51 Park Place, Covington, 985/809-1110.
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