There were a ton of trends at High Point Market this year that I’ve picked up on, but one of my favorites was the use of brass. Everywhere. We’ve been seeing it for a while now and it always takes a season or to for these little trends to go big, but I think brass is officially back (in the marketplace!) Which, of course, means that after next season there will be a new mainstream metal. (I’m predicting hammered high shine nickel. I’ve seen quite a bit of it already.) But, before we get ahead of ourselves… a few favorites: 
This little series from Ralph Lauren for Visual Comfort reminds me of horse bits, perfectly aligning with many of the other equestrian inspired pieces in the line. And, quite delicate too. 
Brass on casegoods – major major love. Everything has a campaign or (again) equestrian feel with details like rings, handles, corner brackets and more. The white table is so perfect for my apartment… I may need to snag it! 
Brass on upholstery? Yes, yes, yes! Makes a simple piece way more interesting. 
And my favorite way to do brass – a little dark, industrial or dramatic. I’m dying to use this pendant in my dad’s restaurant design!
*pieces from visual comfort, hickory chair, palecek, elite leather, made goods and currey & co.
I’m fond of brass! And hey ho, we’ll mix the nickel and brass together!
Just an fyi, the RL lamp bases in the first photo are stirrups for an English saddle, as opposed to being related to a snaffle bit. self-proclaimed horse nerd
Corinna
Love the RL stirrup lamps…I am an ex horse nerd! xx
I love the look of brass! Its so much warmer than silver or nickel. Thanks for sharing these lovely photos!
Laura
http://www.happyroost.blogspot.com
Brass making a comeback? It was about time!!!
Love brass as well. It never goes out of style.
love the mirror… would look perfect in any space…
have a great evening!
Taylor
This is pure eye candy!
I’m rooting for rose gold and copper to be the next big metal finishes… I just think they’re so pretty! ♥
totally loving those lamps
love those lamps! cool blog
http://vanillachic.wordpress.com/
Well, alabaster lamps!! In the last picture is exactly what I am in search of these days. Your post is very beneficial for my project images, that is looks also vintage.
i love that trunkish looking night stand!!! want it!
xox
amanda
http://www.lovenycstyle.com
I am actually having a Visual Comfort giveaway today on my blog..come enter!
LOVE the Brass and LOVE the equestrian theme too!! Great look.
Fondly,
Christine