Decorology

Category: mix and match

  • Stylish and Colorful Interiors

    Stylish and Colorful Interiors

    The temperatures here in Maryland might be dropping, but the sun is shining!  Even though I tend to go for more subdued colors in my home’s palette, I do like to interject little pops of color to add some cheer and energy to the room.

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    This room is very traditional in forms and lines, but gets cheeky with color.

    via Eye for Design

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    Colorful doesn’t have to be bohemian or eclectic, it can also be crisp and tailored.  This is a room in Ham Yard Hotel in London
    Do you go for color in your home?
  • Bold, colorful and eclectic interior design

    Bold, colorful and eclectic interior design

    Mix and match pattern and color from Turnstyle interior design firm

    Baby Leo isn’t in the mood to allow me to sit here and write for very long, so I have to keep this post brief.  These spaces from Turnstyle don’t need much said on their behalf – they speak for themselves!

    I actually featured this glamorous kitchen recently following it’s reveal in Domino.

    Such a cool hip nursery!

    Well, sorry I had to keep it brief. What do you think of Turnstyle’s interior design style?

  • Pattern Happy: Inspiration for using pattern to breathe fresh air into your home

    I confess I do get a little afraid of patterns, and I imagine there are a few of you out there who feel the same way.  However, I almost always love a space that masterfully mixes patterns.  Start introducing pattern into your home by finding a few images and/or examples that you think are successful, pinpoint the “guidelines” that created success, and then apply them to your own space.

    via My Domaine 


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    In this home pattern is even cohesively mixed throughout the home – and the exterior!  Red – in both large and small doses is the “thread” that creates the cohesion.

    via My Domaine

    Sticking to a color palette (green, red, and black), and varying pattern scales are two guidelines that are help successfully mix patterns.

    via My Domaine

    Bedding is a good way to get your feet wet with mixing patterns because it’s not as drastic as patterned carpet or wallpaper, though this bedroom beautifully mixes wallpaper pattern, upholstery, drapery, and bedding patterns!

    via My Domaine

    If you’re still afraid, mix patterns on a smaller scale – pretty books and trays in a bookshelf or coffee table vignette can help build your pattern-mixing confidence!
  • Finding Your Personal Touch

    Finding Your Personal Touch

    Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to decor, but what if you aren’t really sure what you do and don’t like?
    You won’t know what you are looking for, if you don’t look!
    Kitchen Trends that are Here to Stay:
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    Don’t let budget define your style. You can find amazing pieces at affordable prices.
    It might take some trial and error. Which is another reason finding items that are decent priced, gives you the opportunity to change your mind and not be upset about it!
    Don’t be afraid of colors and patterns. It’s okay to mix and match! Designers do it all the time.
    And lastly, your preference doesn’t have to be labeled. You can be contemporary, classic, modern, elegant, rustic, and eclectic. Just be you! 
  • Bedside Tables I Love

    Bedside Tables I Love

    Almost every bed is paired with a bedside table, but don’t think you have to stick with something that matches your headboard or dresser set. Some of the best bedrooms are mix and match and these are just a few that I love:
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    What kind of side tables do you love? Do you mix and match your bedroom furniture or buy matching sets? I’d love hear in the comments below.

  • Bookshelves aren’t just for books!

    I love finding a creative way to use new things. In this case, using bookshelves for different purposes! Who wouldn’t wan’t a bookshelf full of shoes!?

    Love this!! Shoes, bags and jewelry would work in this...10 Clever and Easy Ways to Organize Your Shoes
    Want an island but don’t have room for the traditional size? Grab a bookcase and a wood top! A skinny island that stores necessities so you won’t even have to walk away from it while you are cooking!
    Have a wood burning stove? Stack your wood and let it be part of the home decor! 
    Woodstoves: Keeping You Warm as Leaves and Temperatures Fall
    Maybe you are an indoor plant person, this next one will fit in your home for sure! 
    Maybe use the metal shelving in the sunroom instead of the basement- use a dark, powdered finish and have nice wood shelves cut to fit. #makeitwork
    Mix up your bookshelves and find new uses for them, you might be surprised at what you come up with!
  • Gorgeous outdoor spaces

    Gorgeous outdoor spaces

    For all of those who are itching to go outside like me, here’s a little eye candy to tide us over! Our backyard and patio need some serious love, but until we recover from our wedding expenses, I’ll just have to live with gathering inspiration until we can start making improvements.

    I would be out here all day…though everything would be covered in dirty puppy prints…The throw pillows are amazing.
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    So private and lush!  I could imagine setting up a temporary outdoor office to enjoy it.
    via Decor4All

    Love this pond side cabana…
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    Back patio makeover- use thrifted items to make a space beautiful. You do not have to spend a lot of money to make your space beautiful!

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    This country style brings in some of the barn like style I adore. Clever use of a tub as a coffee table base too!

    Easy, Breezy Beach House Inspiration

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    For small spaces, these built in benches might be the best choice! Throw in a cute table and you’ve got a perfect setting for some outdoor fun. I also love the idea that these benches could double as storage!

  • Chic and beautiful lighting

    Chic and beautiful lighting

    I am a sucker for a beautiful lighting fixture but am always very nervous when faced with having to commit to one.  There are so many and most cost a pretty penny, so I’m always worried I will regret a very expensive decision.  So ever since we moved into our new home in June I have been gathering inspiration for when we are ready to change our lighting (which is high on my priority list)  I’ve decided that to build my confidence, I am going to start with changing out the hallway light fixtures since they will be smaller and less expensive than a chandelier for above our dining room table or a pendant for the master bedroom. Although it might not seem that big of a deal, hallways are one of the most used light fixtures in a home and are often left on, so they shouldn’t be neglected.

    It’s important when changing out something that’s going to be around for a while, especially if you have a small budget like us, to think about the style and decor of the rest of your home so that they tie into the design you’ve already started or will work if you decide to change your flooring, wall color, etc.

    quiet urbane perfection (Belgian Pearls)

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    Something a little more elegant and classy is a much better fit for this space. The mix of modern and historical is great match for the rest of the home decor. If the light fixtures were any more traditional and flashy than these I probably wouldn’t like the space as much.

    Blog Post: Art.com: Loving Your Space | via conundrum | Image via ruemag.com

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    Something more artsy and eccentric stands out in this space but still fits in with the theme of the home. This is a great example of having something that catches your eye but doesn’t take away from the space.

    Beach style on the Atlantic. Richard Bubnowski Design.

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    Mixing and matching may be the best idea for hallways that are connecting multiple rooms. This works well with eclectic styles but if done correctly you can mix and match any type of home decor style. Keeping the light fixtures in the same family or “collection” but in different styles is the best way to achieve this.

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    I’m really loving the look of drum style pendant lights in the hall.  The slim console with a lamp is a nice touch and adds a cozy feel.

    via Arcadian Home
    Again, really liking the drum style pendants.  If you can manage, space ceiling fixtures about 8 to 10 feet apart in a hallway.

  • Ideas for using pattern in your decor (especially if you’re afraid of it)

    Ideas for using pattern in your decor (especially if you’re afraid of it)

    While I’m transitioning my house from winter to spring, I keep seeing all these fun prints I want to incorporate in my home decor. Here’s a few that have caught my eye:

    I love to mix and match accent pillows and since these are the easiest and most budget friendly way to change up the colors in your home, they are on the top of my list.

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    A pattern in neutral colors like the checkers on the floor means you don’t have to be married to one color palette. You can swap out different accent colors through out the year.

    Don’t be afraid to go bold! This rug is eye catching and I like that it stands out a little since rugs tend to hide behind the rest of the home decor. 
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    I love the look of these chairs. Between the studs and pattern only being on the back side. It give sit a glamorous yet fun look to it.

    via Heidi Claire via MadeByGirl

    The entryway is a great place to try a little pattern because there isn’t a lot of space to be overwhelmed.  It also creates impact right from the start since it’s usually the first area of your home someone sees.