With the modern trend for all things retro, I idea I'd share my thoughts on this quick and easy guide to creating a picture-perfect vintage chic home interior:
1. Planning
Iron Decals
Think granny's home in the 60s and 70s with floral motifs and lace tablecloths.
There are no hard and fast rules on what makes for a vintage look. Generally, the furnishing includes antiques, second-hand furniture or new pieces deliberately 'distressed' to look used. This means reinventing vintage items and giving them new life.
2. Key Pieces
Whimsical designs ranging from crystal chandeliers, floral fabrics, old-fashioned lampshades, wrought-iron furniture, comfortable armchairs, candles, recycled accessories and offbeat ideas like using an old teapot to hold fresh flowers. There's no running away from wallpaper, furs and curtains if you're going for the European vintage look.
3. Color: Light vs Dark
Personally, I like to opt for light colors like white and cream as they evoke a more breezy and casual touch. It's also the excellent base palette of the vintage look. This color is also easy to work on since you don't have to worry about clashing color. Alternatively, rich and darker color like burgundy, purple, black with gold accents can also character to the room.
4. Cheap & Chic
The key to a bona fide vintage look is, well, vintage pieces. As such, you'll need to contain second-hand pieces which do not break the bank.
5. Coordination Rules
There are almost no rules on putting the pieces together. However, it is leading to visualize the impact of all your mismatched bits and pieces when located together. While we are not talking Stepford Wives perfection, it helps to originate a theme or motif that recurs throughout the space. For instance, pick a family of colors and vary them subtly. Using white as an example, we'd be finding at egg shell, cream, caramel etc.
6. Where to Shop
Anywhere! From ebay to old malls and flea markets, the leading rule is to know what you want but be flexible to adapt when necessary. If doubt sets in, do not commit to a purchase.
Vintage Chic Interior - A How To GuideWith the modern trend for all things retro, I idea I'd share my thoughts on this quick and easy guide to creating a picture-perfect vintage chic home interior:
1. Planning
Iron Decals
Think granny's home in the 60s and 70s with floral motifs and lace tablecloths.
There are no hard and fast rules on what makes for a vintage look. Generally, the furnishing includes antiques, second-hand furniture or new pieces deliberately 'distressed' to look used. This means reinventing vintage items and giving them new life.
2. Key Pieces
Whimsical designs ranging from crystal chandeliers, floral fabrics, old-fashioned lampshades, wrought-iron furniture, comfortable armchairs, candles, recycled accessories and offbeat ideas like using an old teapot to hold fresh flowers. There's no running away from wallpaper, furs and curtains if you're going for the European vintage look.
3. Color: Light vs Dark
Personally, I like to opt for light colors like white and cream as they evoke a more breezy and casual touch. It's also the excellent base palette of the vintage look. This color is also easy to work on since you don't have to worry about clashing color. Alternatively, rich and darker color like burgundy, purple, black with gold accents can also character to the room.
4. Cheap & Chic
The key to a bona fide vintage look is, well, vintage pieces. As such, you'll need to contain second-hand pieces which do not break the bank.
5. Coordination Rules
There are almost no rules on putting the pieces together. However, it is leading to visualize the impact of all your mismatched bits and pieces when located together. While we are not talking Stepford Wives perfection, it helps to originate a theme or motif that recurs throughout the space. For instance, pick a family of colors and vary them subtly. Using white as an example, we'd be finding at egg shell, cream, caramel etc.
6. Where to Shop
Anywhere! From ebay to old malls and flea markets, the leading rule is to know what you want but be flexible to adapt when necessary. If doubt sets in, do not commit to a purchase.
Vintage Chic Interior - A How To Guide
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