There were lots of blues. Also some really nice white on whites, and floral patterns. There was some emphasis on unique pieces in upholstery, and ottomans were predominant, not just to put your feet on but to use as tables too. We've been busy constantly, experiencing steady growth. Once people get out of their gardens in the early fall, people come in to fix up their homes for the season and we get up a good head of steam that carries us through.
Consumer confidence is a lot stronger.
People are not spending lavishly but, when they're ready to spend, they want to buy better quality. They have been holding off for the last four or five years with job loss worries. Now they're enjoying shopping but want their purchases to last forever. Leather sales are up. 1997 will continue as '96.