French-style bedrooms exude a soft, elegant feel.
Bedrooms are a place for you to dream. A romantic, French style theme is perfect to create your elegant retreat. By using different fabrics and wood furniture, your room can be transformed into a soothing environment where you can relax.
Furniture
HGTV suggests buying your furniture in a dark wood, that is either natural or stained. A sleigh bed with a curved design on the head board and legs gives a soft feel to the room. An armoire, with its antique look, is a centerpiece of French style; try an antique looking dresser instead of an armoire. Scroll work or intricate legs on a night stand will complement your other pieces and bring a unique style to the room. A full length standing mirror with gold scrolling or curves will complete your bedroom look.
Color
Soft, neutral hues create a soothing atmosphere for your bedroom. Soft browns or pinks on the walls and ceiling will bring calmness to the area; pale yellows or greens can also give a soothing feeling to your room. Dark furniture against a soft colored wall creates a focus for your room.
Linens
Soft, elegant fabrics are the perfect accent for your French-inspired bedroom. White lace coverlets and shams over white sheets on your bed will give it a clean, crisp feel. Hang full-length curtains from the floor to the ceiling, and match the color of the walls in a different hue. Use a window valance for smaller windows. Tie backs for the curtains give a regal feel to your room. Add throw pillows to your bed with tassels or fringe in an array of colors to dress up your elegant bedding.
Lighting
According to HGTV, adding a chandelier will give a dramatic, antique look to your room. Hang it in the center of the room to make it more of a focal point, or suspend lights on each side of your bed to keep the bed as the focus.
Different kinds of lighting give a romantic feel to the room. Along with the chandelier, use table and standing lamps covered in feminine shades to match the rest of your room. Lights on different levels create shadow play, which will make your room an intimate setting.
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