MANILA, Philippines?Debenhams? Burlesque, Pioneer and Transient lines forecast bursts of color and twists to the classics.

Jasper Conran

J by Jasper Conran focuses on color as inspiration this season. Classic materials such as cotton create an enduring collection. Jasper has a variety of bed linens in chocolate and natural tones with stunning silk pleated cushions. Deep purple and navy blue are also key colors of the collection, as well as mauves and fleshy creams with calm grays and neutral golds, punctuated with moody walnut.

Betty Jackson

Cushions featuring tie-dye style patterns and bold designs in gray, black and white

Burlesque

Rebellious, rule-breaking, this trend is about surreal individual expression. Black is the key accent; the dark shades are punctuated with bright touches of emerald, purple and red. Gold and pewter metallics highlight the collection.

Pioneer

Pioneer is a modern take on classic design, focusing on the need for sustainability, ecology and organic products. This trend explores a creative and visionary utopia. Deep earth tones of peat and soil are featured with modern tones of leafy green and soft tomato red.

Transient

A very modern trend, Transient is soft, romantic and futuristic. The mood is fluid and feminine.

In-house designers for Debenhams have also executed their interpretations for Holiday 2008:

John Rocha

John Rocha features a soft, cool gray and clay collection highlighted by metallic accents, with rough surfaces printed with reflective flourishes.