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Look for orange to complement pink, advises Ellis, who is drawn to this ethnic- inspired Mally Skok Ikat Crazy linen at James. This classic pink geometric Oscar De La Renta wool rug from Elson & Co., available at James, softens up cool wood and stone floors. AUSTINWAY.COM 125 MEREDITH ELLIS Not only have clients been requesting shades of pink in their décor schemes, but the design- ers Ellis carries in her smartly appointed James Showroom are producing beautiful fabrics and wallpaper in those soft tones as well. "I know that pink may surprise some people, and some might be afraid to use it, but pink is one of those great subtle neutrals," Ellis says. "Pink has been scientifi- cally proven to have a calming effect, and what more do you want to do in the summer than relax and be calm?" 1411 W. Sixth St., 512-236-1006; jamesshowroom.com ABOVE: A James Showroom custom pink sofa in fabric by Kathryn Ireland is set off by Pink City wallpaper by Jennifer Shorto, which depicts the city of Jaipur, India, painted pink—the color of hospitality—to welcome the Prince of Wales and Queen Victoria in 1876. "I'm not afraid of brown furniture, but it should be balanced by something modern. In the same breath, something extremely artistic and avant-garde needs something more tailored," Meredith Ellis says. Ellis loves this hand-marbled Serpentine silk pillow in Canna Lilly by Rule of Three, available at James. Coleen and Co.'s Audrey Lantern can be custom- ordered through James in blush with gold gilt trim. "We all tend to do a bit more entertaining in the summertime," says Ellis, "and I absolutely adore these pale-pink Confetti Glasses from Hawkins at JM Drygoods." 215 S. Lamar Blvd., Suite C, 512-579-0303; jmdrygoods.com