Trends for 2003 in Candles, Fragrances, Housewares and Home Furnishings are towards a noticeable combination of fruity-floral, fruity-herbal and fruity-spice blends. Lemon Verbena has been popular for the last 18 months. Fruit and Spice combinations especially with citrus, wine, mandarin, ginger and basil are hot new concepts; as are French Pastry and Wine and Liqueurs. Themes continue to play a major role in housewares and tablewares. Summer 2003 Hot colors include: pinks, greens, blues, subdued yellows and lavender-blue. Interesting and unusual textures and finishes increase our popularity across all home and house wares.