Bedroom Talk
Tips for redecorating my bedroom?
I would like to redecorate my bedroom this week while the hubby (A fussy metrosexual with an interior design degree and who has redone the whole house in italian modern) is gone. I figure I should get atleast one room in my style! I love the glamour of the 1920's, flappers and old hollywood and would like to do my room in this theme. http://www.secondlooks.net/Gallery4/Hobbies/images/PA120020ee.jpg I have a vanity that looks a bit like this, but mine is walnut I have a Black brass bed with deep red taffeta bedding and gold throw pillows, I also have some misc things like a vintage radio, vintage 1920's dresses, old shawls etc. I have a cool lamp and chair, both with leopard print. So that is what I have to work with. What prints, acsessories, misc furniture, etc etc etc could you suggest. I guess what I need an nice atmosphere to the room, so any suggestions, would be appreciated!! I was thinking of using a movie like Chicago as an inspiration. My favorite colors to decorate are golds, deep red, rich blue, white, black. I love the sleekness art Deco, some Victorian is nice, but too much is over kill for me.
Public Comments
- The success of any decorating scheme depends on how well it suits all the members of your family. To create a décor that you will be happy with, think about what you want and also what you don’t want. It’s a good idea to know what you have before you begun to change things. As you begin to pull your design ideas together, think about your preference and what will work in your home. Color can work wonders... it can change the look of a room and change your feeling about the room. You can start by looking through magazines, and catalogs. Give yourself plenty of time, it will take longer than you think, and your ideas will develop as you go. Gathering samples is a great way to begin. If you are starting with a color, your samples might include fabric, paint chips, wallpaper, carpet, wood, stone, and tile. Knowing what you can spend on a project will give you a clearer idea of what you can achieve. If you’ll on a limited budget, mark off those things that will make the most difference, such as a new wall color and a new sofa. You can set the mood of a room in lots of ways, such as lights, and furnishings. There are no hard or fast rules or must-do sequence for this process.
- Maybe try some soft, silky fabrics, pictures/prints from the era, black and white, maybe display your vintage dress like a piece of art.
