If you aren’t sure where to begin when it comes to home décor, you aren’t alone. Many people are overwhelmed by the flashy trends that can change in a blink of an eye and are trying to transform their homes for the New Year.

To help guide those people, the interior designers and industry experts of the Levolor Trend Team recently announced their 2008 Home Décor Trend Forecast. This report highlights five décor trends that you can easily apply to your home by updating your window fashions, adding accessories or refreshing fabrics on upholstered pieces.

Contemporary design and green living have become overarching influences throughout all home décor, as demonstrated in the following five trends provided by Levolor:

* Swank. This trend, geared for today’s fashionistas, highlights rich velvets, animal prints and pleated details as well as fringes on fabrics. Monochromatic and glamorous colors can be used to create a VIP atmosphere in any space.

* Studio. This trend is characterized by graphic prints and geometric forms that delight the eyes, as well as clean lines that help to define open floorplans. Homeowners can expect to see more bold colors and exciting patters in 2008 home décor looks. This results in contemporary styling, which shifts from an orange palette to a pink one for more pops of color.

* Haven. This trend, heavily influenced by nature, features botanical patterns, knobby textures and a natural color palette to help homeowners create a peaceful environment. This trendy look can be achieved by using river rocks, imperfect wood pieces, and hints of lavendar.

* Refined. Retro-opulence has become the new trendy in 2008. To create a sense of glamour, consumers will be using confectionary pastels, mirrors, metallics, and regal accessories to add a touch of retro-opulence. In the coming 12 months, look out for feminine damask and classic moldings in homes.

* Artisan. Handcrafted details rule in the Artisan décor trend -; where no two rooms are the same. You can achieve this look by adding accessories to any space in addition to vintage colors like pottery terracotta and dark mocha.

For more information on Levolor’s 2008 Home Décor Forecast and window fashion products you can use to help create these looks, visit www.levolor.com.