Apr. 17, 2009 - Decorating Style
So we've been in renovation/decoration mode in our home for the last several months now, and it's great. I love it! I've been color-swatching, picture-framing and wall-hanging like crazy. Inspiration for this began when we finally got our icky, old country blue carpet out and our beautiful hardwood floors in. (Before and after pictures to come SOON! I promise. :)
But the question remains as I hustle and bustle my way around with vases, flowers and rugs, what style am I actually going for? I mean, what is MY style? One thing I have discovered over the years is that my tastes are an evolving, ever-changing part of me based on the many different life factors going on at the moment. I can change my mind on a color I've been set on for months in a moment's notice given a sudden burst of inspiration in my sleep one night.
So, all of that is to say, I found this quiz online (a tip of my hat to Carkay!) that helps you determine your own personal style. I think the below results are pretty close to my current decor style...
43% Wine Country Style
Tuscan sun, here we come! The Wine Country style reflects the feelings evoked by the seaside regions of Europe such as the South of France, Spain, Italy and Greece. The style manages to be both refined and casual, such that you can mix beautiful antiques with more rustic wrought iron or wood and the result is both sophisticated and cozy.
Furniture is large and comfortable, colors are bright and cheery, and regardless of the color palette the spaces almost always feel warm. You can easily translate the style into the perfect family environment but you can just as easily emphasize the more formal pieces and make your room the perfect adult getaway.
29% Classic
What's old is new again! The beauty of Classic style is how well it takes all of the beautiful forms, colors and textures of the past and reinvents them in a way that feels both fresh and inspired. The style itself is a mix of European influences and French, English and Italian antiques and replicas are often used together. Furniture is well proportioned and comfortable and the rooms give off an air of sophistication and grace. Oil paintings depicting still-life or nature scenes and emphasizing symmetry of pairs helps maintain the traditional nature of the room. Windows are often covered with opulent fabric shades and/or drapery.
Traditional rooms give off an air of history that seems to say "I was here long before you, and will remain long after you've gone." And yet, even with this level of sophistication, the rooms are soft and inviting.
28% Cottage Chic
Who says that cottages can't be modern and chic? Who says that they have to be floral and cheesy? Not you! You love the carefree spirit that the cottage interior inspires, but you are also serious about your appreciation for modern art and hip treasures. You love old and new alike, and love to highlight them all to expose the uniqueness of each. What better way to show off these treasures than with a light background?
How about you? I'd love to see what your tastes are! You can take the quiz at: http://www.sproost.com. :)
Comments
May. 4, 2009 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
You're back!!!!!! Yeah!!! Been waiting.....love your style!
carla
Aug. 9, 2009 - style
Posted by Anonymous
mine is 100 cottage chic just got your book and love it
