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I have been taking a little break from blogging so far this year. And that's because I have something in the works that I'm very excited about. I'm doing a new series of blog posts about different decorating styles with examples and products to help you GET THE LOOK for your own home! But here's the most exciting part....
...I'm creating a STYLE QUIZ so that YOU can figure out what your OWN design style is!
That's not quite ready yet, but will be very soon and I will let you know as soon as it's available. I don't know about you but I love a good quiz. And because design is so visual, it includes a LOT of pictures which I think makes it more fun. So, stay tuned for that little project of mine!
In the meantime, let's talk a little about one of my favorites...ART DECO STYLE!
Everywhere you look these days there are Art Deco furnishings, lighting and finishes popping up. This design style is definitely seeing a resurgence and I couldn't be happier!! This is why....
...look at all that Great-Gatsby-esque gorgeousness!
Ok, now buckle up for a little history lesson....don't worry, it's very little.
Art Deco was a style popular in the 1920's and 30's. It represented new modern technology and freedom. After WWI, everyone was ready to party again! Steel, chrome, reinforced concrete, glass, textiles and plastics became available due to the Industrial Revolution. Art Deco style started out as a luxury style, but later became available to everyone through mass-produced products.
How to Get the Look - Key Elements
LUXURY MATERIALS - Marble, jade, lacquered furniture, animal hides, crystal, horn, silver...think over-the-top and you've got the right idea
SHAPES - Furnishings and decor had simple, streamlined shapes, often with curved edges. Geometric and stepped patterns were popular. Zig zags, arches, chevrons, pyramids and sunbursts were widely used motifs.
RICH WOODS - Opt for mahogany, walnut, zebra wood, ebony or any other exotic wood that screams opulent.
STATEMENT LIGHTING - Go for the gold...literally! And crystal, chrome, silver, alabaster....make it impressive, and make it shiny! Just make sure you stick to the popular shapes used at the time (see above).
COLORS - Color palettes are either striking and bold, or soft and neutral.
ART - Art draws its inspiration from geometric and figural paintings and sculptures in Greek, Egyptian and Roman cultures.
Contemporary Art Deco style uses references to the era without being a slave to every detail. Try mixing in Art Deco pieces here and there for a more subtle take on the look.
Now that you know how, start creating your own Art Deco sanctuary! Click on any of the products below to Shop the Look.
Not a fan of any of the options above? Here are some alternatives so you can make it your own! Click on any of the items to get a closer look.
Art Deco Sofas & Chairs
Art Deco Coffee & Side Tables
Art Deco Lighting
Art Deco Decor
Art Deco Rugs
Art Deco Flooring
**Update** My Design Style Quiz is now live. Click to take the quiz and find out what your personal style is!
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