Give Your Bedroom a French Makeover
Does your bedroom bore you? Do you feel that it lacks drama and romance? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then your bedroom needs a fabulous French makeover!
The best place to start is with the colour scheme. French bedrooms are usually soaked in light colours such as soft shades of peach, pink, lilac, and gold. Light blue and light green are also popular choices. But if you want to go for a modern look with lots of glamour, be bold and accent one wall with burgundy damask wallpaper.
Once you have decided on a colour, use the same one in different shades for your bedspreads, linens, and draperies. The bed is the main focus in the bedroom so it should exude French style. French design is all about grandeur, so a rococo style bed is the perfect choice. To add more drama, pick a bed with four posters and a canopy. This look needs to be luxurious so choose a thick mattress and be generous with linens. Use plush fabrics and several large pillows as well.
For your closet, an armoire would be a wonderful addition to your room. Furniture can be quite expensive, but if you look around in flea markets, you will surely find interesting items at budget-friendly prices. You should also look around for antiques and other rustic-looking accessories that can add a charming "French shabby chic" look to your bedroom. Do not forget to give your windows the French treatment, too. The length of the curtains should reach from the ceiling to the floor. Use soft, sheer fabrics and pull them back with beautiful tassels. With these decorating tips, you will have a bedroom oozing with romance and mystery in no time!
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