Donald J. Trump and Miresco Decorative Rugs Introduce Rug Collection

Furniture World Magazine

The Trump Organization has partnered with Miresco Decorative Rugs to produce a collection of rugs based on the lifestyle of iconic real estate and television entrepreneur Donald J. Trump. The launch of Trump Home rug collection is set to debut at the March 2007 High Point Market in High Point, North Carolina. The rugs, offered in a variety of constructions and price points, will be distributed through furniture retailers, department stores, and independent retailers. Trump’s larger-than-life style has caused him to be described as “America’s equivalent of royalty.” Inspired by Trump’s personal homes and luxurious properties, the Trump Home rug collection will offer consumers an affordable way to experience the luxurious lifestyle associated with Donald Trump “We have been working together with Miresco to create a beautiful line of rugs that will coordinate with the introduction of the Trump Home furniture collection by Lexington Home Brands, as well as stand on its own merit, ” states Cathy Hoffman Glosser, VP of Global Licensing for The Trump Organization. Donald J. Trump was an integral part of the rug collection design process, lending the collection the sophisticated style that graces his many magnificent properties. “My inspiration for the collection was to create affordable rugs that are sophisticated in design and made from luxurious fabrics.” says Donald J. Trump. “A coordinated effort of furniture, rugs and accessories makes the decision making process easier for home owners looking to update their homes. I am thrilled to partner with Miresco and together we will create a tremendous line of rugs”. “Coordinating decorative rugs with branded furniture collections make the process easier for consumers to achieve a stylish and well-balanced look,” says Amir Mireskandari, President and Chief Executive Officer of Miresco Decorative Rugs. “We are delighted to be working with Donald Trump. His success in real estate is renowned throughout the financial world and he applies equal passion to his home furnishings brand. Miresco looks forward to a very successful venture with The Trump Organization.” The rugs will be available in over 40 sizes and color ways and will include traditional and transitional designs with a variety of elegant and sophisticated motifs. The Trump Home rugs will be crafted of New Zealand wool, silk highlights and creative construction methods, the collection will feature both hand tufted and hand knotted rugs. The sizes offered will range from 5’ x 8’ to 10’ x 14’ and include runners, round and square options. The collection is designed to coordinate with The Trump Home furniture collection. The Trump Home Rug collection will be introduced at the Miresco showroom at 126 South Centennial Street, Space 300, High Point, NC. The rugs are expected to be in retail stores in summer of 2007.