Hot tropics encapsulates a growing desire for exotic travel and escapism to faraway destinations. An expressive and optimistic trend inspired by a tropical oasis, this trend is tranquil yet luxurious and exciting.

With the Rio Olympics coming up this year, the global spotlight is on Brazil and colours of the carnival. Colours are vibrant and expressive sunshine yellow and passion fruit pink balanced with more considered succulent tones of jungle green and natural cream. Brass is set to make a comeback in 2016, in both polished and brushed finishes to create a sense of glamour and opulence.

Take a look at our vibrant and tropical Pinterest board to get a real feel for this exotic trend...Pinterested?

Botanical influences, tropical leaves such as palms and ferns feature throughout the Hot Tropics theme, filtering through into 2016 floristry trends. Lush greenery is paired with vibrant tropical florals such as hibiscus, wild orchid, bird of paradise and heliconia.

Keep an eye out for geometric patterns, animal inspired prints, handwoven basket textures and 60's inspired homeware throughout Spring Summer 2016 at Country Baskets.

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