With the November political elections approaching, we caught up with a trend maker and forecaster. Stacy Garcia to discuss his thoughts on how consumer behaviors are shaped by the broader economic and political landscape and what this means for design professionals. From parallels between today’s climate and the 2008 recession to the emergence of bold, saturated hues as a form of rebellion against uncertainty, Stacy explains how history often repeats itself in the world of color trends. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!
Stacy Garcia is a visionary designer based in New York and founder and inspiration director of Stacy Garcia® Design studioestablished in 2004. Stacy is also the founder of LebaTex, a commercial textile company specializing in high performance fabrics designed for use in the hospitality, healthcare and corporate sectors. She inspires creativity through avant-garde products and unique material blends, leading her team to create collections that enrich hospitality and residential spaces. The studio has developed brands like Stacy Garcia® Blue Label and SGNY, offering products distributed in 52 countries. Stacy collaborates with manufacturers and designers to drive innovation and excellence. She is also the Chair of the Color Marketing Group, specializing in the identification and analysis of emerging design trends. Its mission is to collaborate with manufacturers, importers, retailers and interior designers to bring beauty and innovation to the world, fostering an environment of respect, experimentation and collaboration.
