Color Trends for 2015 are influenced by the need to unplug, unwind, and get away from life’s stresses. Colors are cooler and softer; taking cues from Nature.

These colors evoke feelings of creativity and magic, yet remain grounded by memories of simpler times.

In 2014, we projected that people would begin to question the state of fear that our government and the media has imposed upon us through propaganda.

The American public began noticing that fear stifles productivity, creativity, and happiness.

By the end of 2014, we noticed that the mood of the nation was beginning to improve.

It was becoming obvious that the American people wanted to break free from the bonds of “fear” that has held them back for over a century.

We project that this mood will continue to improve in 2015.

Just like the metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a butterfly, we believe that Americans will begin to grow the wings they need in order to fly towards freedom.

This sense of freedom will result in an awakening of creative thinking, innovation, and appreciation of the arts.

You will see butterflies, flamingos, bees, and other birds in home décor, fashion, and in product packaging. Floral prints are here to stay.

Fragrance notes that will be hot due to this trend are more traditional flowers such as lilac, jasmine, wild flowers, tulip, lily, and peony.

Scentscaping is the art of creating mood through fragrance, and altering that specific mood in the various rooms of your home.

Perhaps you want your bedroom to smell “romantic”, your living room to smell “cozy”, your bathroom to smell “refreshing”; Natures Garden has over 800 fragrances and essential oils to help you develop the art of scentscaping in your home.

By the end of 2014, we saw the price of oil drop, and with new emerging alternative energy on the horizon, we project that oil prices will remain low in 2015.

This should result in lower travel and shipping costs; although it has been reported that companies like the Post Office and UPS plan to raise their rates. Maybe lower oil prices will change their minds and they will decide to give their customers a break instead? Only time will tell.

One thing is for certain: Lower energy costs have a direct impact on the economy of a country. When energy costs are driven down, people have more money to spend, and the economy flourishes.

The Northeast portion of the United States is very rich in natural gas. There are plans to sell this natural gas in liquid form. If this becomes a norm, the “demand” for oil will further decrease. When demand drops, prices tend to drop.

The multi-billion dollar natural gas industry will allow this country to become less dependent on foreign oil; let’s hope they remember the home owners during their venture.

Other alternative energy sources to look for are Clean Coal & Hydrogen.

Natural gas companies have been busy suing home owners in the gas-rich Northeast to be granted imminent domain rights over their land for gas storage and production.

Due to the hustles and bustles of life, and the decrease in the price of oil, we project that Americans will take more vacations in 2015. Beach destinations will be the vacation of choice. We expect this trend to get stronger as we approach the 2016 Olympics (which will be held in Rio).

This trend will also spill over into home décor, fashion, color, and fragrance. You will see tropical greenery such as palm leaves and hibiscus flowers incorporated into home décor. We also see the use of flamingos used in décor and fashion. Aqua marine water color will be used to promote the sense of serenity.

Fragrance notes that will be hot in 2015 are tropical fruits, tropical flowers, and tropical rainforests.

When young people were asked, “Who are your heroes?”, many of them responded, “My grandparents”. It appears that young people today are spending more time with their grandparents (the baby boomers). The baby boomers, many of which are retired, are living longer, and have more time to spend with their grandchildren.

How does this affect the younger generation?

With the emergence of politically correct speech, baby boomers are a breath-of-fresh-air with their direct and blunt opinions and thoughts. Young people are drawn to this because it is so uncommon in today’s world.

Baby boomers have experience and knowledge that can help make this new generation productive, successful, and happy.

The younger generation cannot escape this common opinion of the baby boomers, and since they consider their grandparents their “heroes”, the younger generation just might choose to adopt this belief system themselves.

Baby boomers believe that you do not “deserve” anything;

you must “earn” it.

Baby boomers also appreciate the arts and creativity; many still own vinyl records. With many schools cutting the arts, the younger generation is thirsty to become more cultured, and are being introduced to music & art by their grandparents.

Likewise, many baby boomers now have time to allow their creativity to come alive. Baby boomers know who they are, and this confidence is embraced by the younger generation.

We predict the consumption of wine to increase in 2015, with beer sales falling. Many TV shows like “The Good Wife”, & “Scandal” show powerful people drinking wine on a regular basis.

This will influence the fragrance market as well; fragrances like merlot, cabernet sauvignon, shiraz, and wine spritzers.

Southwest style uses grounding earth tones and rustic textiles to create a mood that is primitive & natural. Suede and denim will carry over into fashion. Decorating with cacti will become popular.

The fragrance market will be influenced by this southwest trend by infusing the following fragrance notes: suede, cactus, desert sand, and animalistic musk.

Floral prints are here to stay

Feathers Show a little belly

Slouchy polo button up top

Cropped trouser suits

Transparent Layers

Black & Greys

Gingham

Suede

Gold & Silver used together

Bulky Costume Jewelry

Slouchy look…oversized

…nice fabric

The movie “Frozen” to inspire

fashion- Ultra Feminine

Olivia Pope of the TV show “Scandal” to inspire fashion

• Jeans-bedazzled

• Retro is Going Strong

• Lots of Pink

• Combat Boots

• Women shown as Ultra Feminine

• Men embrace a combo of Rustic Masculinity with Class

TV shows displaying government

corruption were very popular in 2014, and will

remain so in 2015.

Popular TV shows like “The Good

Wife”, and “Scandal” portray government officials at all levels as self-serving and

unscrupulous.

On “Scandal”, there is reference to a secret covert agency that is actually more powerful than the US government; referred to as “B6-13”. Mention of this agency suggests to viewers that our government has been co-opted by outside interest groups. Determined to shut down B6-13, the very stylish Olivia Pope goes head-to-head with her father, Rowan Pope; Rowan is referred to as “Command” of B6-13.

Olivia Pope is sure to influence fashion designs for 2015; her large print plaid coat, and slouchy cream coat come to mind.

Back in the 80’s , the Punk subculture began. When punk began, it was primarily concerned with concepts such as anti-establishment,freedom, anti-authoritarianism, anti-fascism, individualism, free thought and non-conformity.

We project femininity to intertwine with the punk culture when it comes to fashion. Predominately black and white clothing with feminine embellishments added.

Since many college graduates are finding themselves unemployed with piles of student loan debt, many of these college grads are taking matters into their own hands by opening their own businesses.

It appears that more women than ever are choosing to use their creativity and skills to become their own bosses. Show your support by doing business with female owned businesses!

Females are leading the way, as statistics are showing that more women than men are now becoming entrepreneurs.YOU GO GIRLS!

Pineapple paprika fragrance begins with top notes of pineapple, banana, orange, passion fruit, and mango; followed by middle notes of paprika, powder, and cotton; sitting on base notes of musks and apple woods.

This fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a tropical delight that combines sweet coconut and juicy island fruits with exotic, and delightfully fragrant native flora of tiareand plumeriaflowers.

This fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a tropical paradise blend of coconut, fresh sliced pineapple, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

This complex fragrance begins with fruity notes of mango, fresh strawberries, elderberries, and ripe papaya. This scent is completed with rich vanilla and toasted coconut with just a hint of soft musk.

This scent is a tropical array containing top notes of tangy pineapple, freshly-sliced summer melons, and crisp apple slices. Middle notes include iris, rose, jasmine, and cyclamen. Base notes of vanilla and musk make this fragrance a perfect blend.

This fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a fresh tropical combination of pineapples, mango, papaya, coconut, and wild watermelon.

This fragrance oil by Natures Garden is the sweet aroma of wild grapes enhanced with hints of strawberries and sweet sugary notes with a light alcoholic background. A wonderful aroma of red sweet cabernet wine.

This fragrance oil by Natures Garden has velvety nuances of plums, apples, red raspberries and strawberries which combine with a light alcoholic and spicy background. A wonderful aroma of red merlot wine.

Shiraz wine is the finest and best known red wine in Australia. The aromas and flavours of Shiraz vary with wine style and region, but are usually blackberry, plums, and pepper in varying degrees dependent on growing conditions. Natures Garden's Shiraz fragrance is reminiscent of this prestigious wine.

This fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a sparkling bouquet of grapefruit, lemon & orange blended with fresh tones of red fruit and a twist of crushed pomegranate seeds in this lively scent. Hints of green foliage are freshened with a blend of crisp aldehydes to reinforce the sparkling top note.

This fragrance is reminiscent of the cultural heritage surrounding Nappa Valley, and the effervescence of rich, aged wine. This fragrance is a complex blend of aged wine, lilac, vanilla, violets, and lilies, with a light musky base note.

This fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a wild and sexy accord, combining top notes of Tumble Weeds, Basil Leaves, and Tonka Beans; followed by middle notes of Brushed Suede, Earthy Patchouli, and Amber Stone; all sitting on manly base notes of Aged Saddle Leather, Red Cedar, and Full Musk. Gitty Up Cowboy!

This fragrance oil by Natures Garden smells similar to Coty's Wild Musk. Sensual skin musks blended together with exotic jasmine, ylang ylangwarmed by sandalwood and amber.

Natures Garden's Denim fragrance is a complex blend of fresh breeze, lemon, lime, cyclamen, and water lily; sitting on base notes of soft woods, sweet amber, and sheer musk.

This fragrance oil by Natures Garden has fresh ozone notes that lead to this light hearted green floral bouquet. A blend of lily and sage is twisted with shimmering greens as tangy tones of cassis create a bright accent for the floralcy. Sweet amber and crisp orange flower are blended with musk at the base of the scent.

Delight in the aroma of the fresh outdoors with Natures Garden's butterfly meadows fragrance which begins with top notes of summer dandelion, refreshing verbena, and soft heliotrope; followed by middle notes of spring meadows, lily of the valley, and weeping willow; all sitting on base notes of sweet pea blossoms and Kentucky blue grass.

This fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a creative fresh blend of apple blossom, lily of the valley and rose petals.

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