Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Vintage Bedroom Styles

Give your bedroom vintage style.


Home decor trends, just as those in fashion, go in and out of style. Vintage and retro styles always manage to make a comeback. Usually, certain elements are modernized, but the idea is still the same: Your bedroom should be your sanctuary from the world. To change up the design and style, you can choose a vintage bedroom look.


Victorian


Create a Victorian retreat in your bedroom. Start with a vintage iron bed. Add sumptuous vintage fabrics, like pink pastel bedding. Distressed white furniture enhances the look. Also, use soft lace and a floral motif throughout the room. For a vintage touch, add a dress form as decoration.


Hollywood Glam


Channel the glamour of the 1920s and 1930s old Hollywood. Start with luxurious bedding; for example, a silver-and-purple damask pattern. Add a crystal chandelier or two. Wrought-iron mirrors and furniture step up the drama. Replace hardware on furniture and doorknobs with mirrored, knobs. Mirrored side tables and fluffy rugs finish off the look.


Funky 1960s








For this look, use bright colors, like hot pink, green and yellow. Hang window treatments in splashy and bold florals. Add a bed with a white frame. Patterns to use for the bedding include neon paisleys and wild geometric designs. Throw pillows in stripes and denim dress up the bed. Add matching furniture pieces, such as a white dresser and desk. Bold, tie-dye prints on the walls give your vintage bedroom a funky look.


Breakfast at Tiffany's


Create an oasis in your bedroom with a Tiffany-blue bedroom, using elements from the movie "Breakfast at Tiffany's" as inspiration. Start with the color of the signature Tiffany box, and pair it with white rugs and a crystal chandelier. The bed should be simple, with white bedding and soft, blue throw pillows. For added glam, have your pillows monogrammed. A mirrored vanity and a retro phone in black finish off the look.

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