JMHO here- I also find the newer fabrics not to my liking. Mostly because of the "off" colors. The big prints, stripes, etc. have their places, but some prints are well...... I tend not to be a minimalist, and am working on the idea of the plain modern designs. They can be fun to do, as they are perhaps simpler, but I'd use other fabrics than a bunch of solids.
And here again, we all have different likes and tastes, and here on the board I am able to see others' creations and choices, and expand my horizons.
Thanks for sharing, everyone!