It's a Jungle in There: Surrounded by Wild Animal Patterns
Jungle patterns are leaping off the runways of designers like Dolce & Gabbana and into homes, where everything from rugs to wallcoverings is being done up in real or fake animal skin.
Fur is the most delicious way to soften hard surfaces,said Jamie Drake, the New York decorator.It adds the perfect note of the new American glamour.For those who like the animal look but are uncomfortable using real skins, the same patterns and textures are available in many alternatives, from printed silks to textured vinyls.