Today I'm addressing my sweet friend, Nicole's, question:
I have many questions swimming around in my head. Haha! Here is my big one right now. A lot of the trends I'm seeing (on pinterest, mainly) are shabby chic and scream GIRLY. I really like several styles that I have been seeing, but when thinking about a future home, I usually picture a husband there. And I don't think he wants to live in a house that could easily pass for a bachelorette pad. How can you get a good mix of shabby chic and manly man?
Love this question, because I think the issue is rarely addressed! Here's my take on this problem...
My advice is to mix shabby chic elements with the following:
1. Clean lines
2. Geometric patterns
3. Darker stain finishes
For example, if you want to follow the shabby chic trend with crisp, fluffy, white bedding, just balance it out with some geometric patterned pillows on top. If you want a pretty upholstered headboard, try a simple shape, like a rectangle, with no tufting. A simple color like gray is a great compromise. If you want a white chaise lounge, pick one with clean lines instead of curves. When choosing your plush rug, choose one with a shorter pile cut and simple design. Choose darker furniture, but dress it up with your favorite Anthro knobs (:
Nicole told me they enjoy dark furniture and crisp clean colors like neutrals, blues and greens. Here's what I came up with for Nicole and her future husband:
You're probably thinking the chandelier is a little girlie...YEP. You have to hold your ground somewhere, ladies! (: Over all it's a very geometric, stylish space that still alludes to the shabby chic style without screaming a girl lives here.
What is your advice for this topic?
What are YOUR design dilemmas?!
*****
Big Announcement! I'm so excited to tell you all I'm now taking on clients for e-design.
I'll be offering several packages, tailored to each of your needs.
I'll be taking a few clients per month and am now accepting for the month of June. Since it's my first month offering e-design services, I'm extending a $10 off discount if you sign up in June. I'd love nothing more than to help you fall in love with your space (:
E-mail me at michaelawarner90@gmail.com if you're interested!
Happy Thursday!
Love,
I have many questions swimming around in my head. Haha! Here is my big one right now. A lot of the trends I'm seeing (on pinterest, mainly) are shabby chic and scream GIRLY. I really like several styles that I have been seeing, but when thinking about a future home, I usually picture a husband there. And I don't think he wants to live in a house that could easily pass for a bachelorette pad. How can you get a good mix of shabby chic and manly man?
Love this question, because I think the issue is rarely addressed! Here's my take on this problem...
My advice is to mix shabby chic elements with the following:
1. Clean lines
2. Geometric patterns
3. Darker stain finishes
For example, if you want to follow the shabby chic trend with crisp, fluffy, white bedding, just balance it out with some geometric patterned pillows on top. If you want a pretty upholstered headboard, try a simple shape, like a rectangle, with no tufting. A simple color like gray is a great compromise. If you want a white chaise lounge, pick one with clean lines instead of curves. When choosing your plush rug, choose one with a shorter pile cut and simple design. Choose darker furniture, but dress it up with your favorite Anthro knobs (:
Nicole told me they enjoy dark furniture and crisp clean colors like neutrals, blues and greens. Here's what I came up with for Nicole and her future husband:
You're probably thinking the chandelier is a little girlie...YEP. You have to hold your ground somewhere, ladies! (: Over all it's a very geometric, stylish space that still alludes to the shabby chic style without screaming a girl lives here.
What is your advice for this topic?
What are YOUR design dilemmas?!
*****
Big Announcement! I'm so excited to tell you all I'm now taking on clients for e-design.
I'll be offering several packages, tailored to each of your needs.
I'll be taking a few clients per month and am now accepting for the month of June. Since it's my first month offering e-design services, I'm extending a $10 off discount if you sign up in June. I'd love nothing more than to help you fall in love with your space (:
E-mail me at michaelawarner90@gmail.com if you're interested!
Happy Thursday!
Love,
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