It’s already mid-July, but there is a lot of summer left to enjoy! One of my favorite summer pastimes is keeping one foot in the warmest season of the year while looking ahead to fall as the pre-fall collections start emerging. By paying attention to the big trends of the summer, as well as the colors and motifs appearing in the new pre-fall lineup, we can start to piece together a fall design trend forecast! So just what colors and decor will be big this fall"! Keep reading for some stunning new product photography and a slew of trends that just might inspire you to start your fall design shopping while you’re still on summer vacation! [image via Zara Home]Black and WhiteWhile today’s post is organized around color trends, keep your eye on the bold type in each paragraph, which will highlight a range of other fall design trends to enjoy. This past summer has featured a slew of black and white decor, much of it with an earthy, woven or tropical vibe. These colors also seem to anchor the rooms featured in many pre-fall collection photos. After all, this neutral yet bold palette leaves the door open for a range of accent colors. The photo below features items from CB2, including a velvet sofa. Yes, velvet is poised to be one of fall’s biggest trends!Camel is an extremely popular accent color for black and white rooms. Whether it appears in the form of a velvet pillow or a leather chair, the blend of hues is seamless and natural. [photo from CB2]...