Colors tend to be very mild. They include white, cream, gray, yellow, blue, green and other muted hues. Black, red, silver and gold may be used as accent colors. Most patterns feature low-contrast palettes. Furniture is characterized by being simple and symmetrical. Furniture typically has exposed wood or metal structure providing an outline of the shape. Many pieces are embellished with ornamental ends. Upholstery is typically high-quality and luxurious without being ostentatious.
