The 2,000-year-old paisley motif gets a 21st-century update with Angelina, a tone-on-tone cotton-embroidered pattern. Interlocking tear shapes are woven by a hand-guided machine, creating both order and exuberant texture. The eight colorways harmonize with the theme, ranging from light neutrals to spicy earthy tones. 485 Broadway, New York, NY 10013; 800-366-4442; donghia.com.

The Allegria collection of 72-inch-wide curtain fabrics for the health care market uses serene color combinations and Asian- and nature-inspired design motifs to add an element of beauty to any healing environment. Brio, Ginkgo, Lucky Bamboo, and Serendipity are available in a total of 26 colors. 17811 Fitch Street, Irvine, CA 92614; 800-366-6839; memosamples.com

A delicate new jacquard, Les Fleurs de Morphee is a multicolored viscose-blend woven brocade emblazoned with hydrangea blossoms. Soft ribbons twine on a subtly figured ground of cocoa, daffodil, mint, or papaya. 979 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022; 212-355-7186; old-world-weavers.com.

Sit up, and take notice of the reversible Tonic Stripe. Woven of 100 percent flame-retardant polyester, this classic awning pattern is practical enough for cubicles and hospitality installations—yet refined enough for bedding. 79 Ninth Avenue, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10011; 212-343-4000; knolltextiles.com.

Dacron Vibrance solution-dyed polyester filament is a partially oriented yarn that's tougher than Fort Knox. Note the superior colorfastness, exceptional durability, and unparalleled cleanability. 4123 East 37th Street North, Wichita, KS 67220; 877-446-8478; invista.com.

Pebbly-textured and supple in the hand, hardworking Perugia has long been popular in Europe. The hide is spun in a rotating drum—creating natural fractures in the aniline-dyed surface, available in nine colors. 15 West 20th Street, New York, NY 10011; 800-338-6229; cortinaleathers.com.

Inspired by masterpieces from the Guggenheim Museum, Singular Forms textiles bring artfulness to the contract arena. Testing at over 30,000 double rubs, the line includes the two-tone Paul Klee–inspired Surface in 100 percent polyester; puckered Cube, a cotton-polyester blend; and small-scale Point, a polyester-linen blend. 200 Varick Street, New York, NY 10014; 212-886-8200; dtex.com.

The texture of ceramic glazes and layered paint inspired Lori Weitzner's Ceramica collection of Crypton jacquard upholsteries. Patterns include high-touch Terrazzo, variegated Impasto, ribbed Fresco, and Raku, an irregular rib. 1330 Bellevue Street, Green Bay, WI 54302; 800-472-5527; pallastextiles.com.

Artist William Wegman's famous Weimaraners aren't just thoroughly irresistible.  Now they're stain resistant, too.  Kravet has unleashed the William Wegman collection of fabrics for Crypton - and it's far from bowwow.  kravet.com.

Infusing hospitality textiles with a lively vibe, the eight upholsteries in Stacy Garcia's Modern Fusion collection may just find themselves drifting into the corporate market as well. (All exceed 30,000 double rubs.) Curvilinear Cassava, vivid Marka, and exotic Morocco are among these inspired releases, offered in a palette of bold and subtle colors. 2 Dylan Court, Nanuet, NY 10954; 845-426-0756; stacygarcia.com.

Dacron Vibrance solution-dyed polyester filament is a partially oriented yarn that repels even the most brutal onslaughts.  Tougher than Fort Knox, Vibrance features superior colorfastness, exceptional durability, and unparalleled cleanability.  Micromattique microfiber, meanwhile, is 50 percent finer than silk and can be used in 100 percent form or blended with other fibers.

Emanuela Frattini Magnusson's European-influenced Askew collection toys with gray, combining this timeless neutral with traditional elements such as plaids, stripes, and dots in strong colors. Check out Barcode Thick and Barcode Thin, two of our favorites. P.O. Box 8, Hickory, NC 28603; 828-328-2064; hbftextiles.com.

The Glassworks vertical-surfacing collection displays elegance for contract and health-care installations. The refined and durable ensemble includes Reminisce and Special Effect polyesters as well as Skim, a recycled Terratex polyester available in 15 colorways. 333 Bryant Street, Suite 160, San Francisco, CA 94107; 415-621-4171; deepa.com.

Four new offering in an array of spirited colors spice up the spring.  Balboa Cloth, a bold weave that's as tough as Rocky but boasts a soft sheen, mimics the texture of hand-woven straw.  The luxurious Aston's pronounced vertical markings and prominent moiré make it particularly suitable for window treatments and light upholstery.  A 19th-century painting by French artist Horace Vernet inspired the exotic Travel to the Continents, a classic toile featuring a series of mythological vignettes.

Grace your walls with Genon's Nouveau Luxe.  The wall-covering collection includes three delicate handcrafted patterns in colorways like sage, blush red, gold, and ivory.  muraspecna.com.

Inspired by Morocco's imperial city and its exotic, elegant textiles, the new Marrakesh series of high-pressure laminates and thermal-fused melamine panels brings northern Africa to the table.  A clean and simple appearance offers a combination of intriguing texture and complex tings.  Colorways include Marrakesh Express, a warm gold with under tones of green and red; subdued yet rich Marrakesh Blues; and Marrakesh Market, a green tone influenced by the open-air souk.  nevamar.com.

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Designed over a century ago, Fritz Dietl's Vienna Tile speaks to today. This rayon-cotton blend is distinguished by a small-scale rectilinear pattern available in six timeless colorways, including a vibrant red-orange combination and a tailored gray-black duet. 607 Norwich Avenue, Taftville, CT 06380; 800-237-1625; unikavaev.com.

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Lori Weitzner's Ceramic collection was inspired by the texture of glazed ceramics and layered paint.  The four Crypton jacquard upholsteries include high-touch Terrazzo, ribbed Fresco, variegated Impasto, and Raku, an irregular rib.  pallastextiles.com.

Monterey Carpet's grid-like patterns mix down-to-earth hues and a celestial shine, courtesy of metallic yarns.  On Cue is a multilevel-loop tip shear; Curtain Call is an all-loop version of the same design.  These heavy-duty broadlooms are offered in 36 colorways.  tandus.com.

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She's done fashion, pillows, and wallcovering, and now Susan Unger brings her painterly touch to her premier textile collection.  Exhibiting lyrical forms and fresh-squeezed colors, the six sophisticated patterns range from Mediterranean-inspired florals to delicate dragonflies to tropical palm fronds.  kravet.com.

Sondra Alexander credits her design obsession to her Vogue magazine subscription, which she signed up for at the age of 10.  As the saying goes, before it's in fashion, it's in vogue.  For proof, check out her magnificent Type II vinyl products - Copa, an elegant woven; Indulgence, offering the look and feel of fine leather; and Pentimento, reminiscent of frescoed walls.  koroseal.com.

Suzanne Tick channels the inherent beauty of natural fibers in True Path, a truly durable synthetic in a classic woven-rib construction.  Made from recycled nylon, it's available in seven colorways.  bloomsbergcarpet.com.

Patty Madden's Haven Etchings collection of Type I and Type II vinyl wall coverings caters to both traditional and contemporary audiences. Rich patterns include Elegance, reminiscent of cast iron; Plume, inspired by ironwork; and Silhouette, a clean-lined leaf design. 33-00 47th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101; 718-361-6611; wolf-gordon.com.

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Appealingly nubby Panorama is a linen-wool blend suited to contract applications. Available in five earthy colors with names to match: Dune, Bittersweet, Lagoon, Earth, and Blue Stone. Cowtan & Tout, 979 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017; 212-647-6900.

The Garden Party collection translates the relaxed vibe of a summer picnic into soft and subtle patterns woven from high-performance Crypton.  Sorbet is as tasty as it sounds, and in colorways to match, while Twill is supple enough to wear.  paulbraytondesigns.com.