Choosing Furniture to Highlight Your Signature Style
So, what’s on your changer?
If you feel like a Rock Star�
your style is Eclectic.
Themes: new bohemian, the energy of downtown New York, a manor house made fresh with rock n’ roll , aristocratic punk, runway fashion
Palette: deep jewel tones (purple, hunter green, red, burgundy), black, bright gold accents
Textiles: classic English tartans and paisley, leopard, zebra, tiger, rich velvets, fringe, exotic crocodile, both smooth and distressed leathers
Frames: classic, neoclassic, and gothic mahogany frames made edgy with black leather upholstery, mixed fabrics on the same piece (distressed leather tufted frame + dark velvet seat cushions), large nailhead trim
Sample Find: low and deep English-arm sofa in wine jacquard with to-the-floor fringe and antique brass nail trim
If you feel like a Classics Buff�
your style is Traditional.
Themes: garden, romance of English countryside, timeworn, faded elegance, Parisian garret apartment, refined luxury, Louis XIV, lavish femininity, meticulous fashion, conventional London carriage house
Palette: Taupe, cream, pale blue, champagne, subdued gold, delicate pink, soft green and sea foam, palest jewel tones
Textiles: finely drawn florals, embroidery, delicate lace, airy linens, couture details
Frames: Edwardian influence, acanthus leaf details, marble tops, neoclassical elements, brass hardware, mahogany, honeyed pine
Sample Find: Empire sofa in robin’s egg blue linen with scroll arms and turned mahogany legs on casters
If you feel like a Jazz Man�
your style is Contemporary.
Themes: cocktail culture, updated art deco, sleek, urbane, minimalist, romantic refinement, Hollywood glamour, luxurious femininity with modern clarity, drama, 1940’s film, penthouse, modern sophistication, understated elegance
Palette: black with shots of bold color, white, black and white, camel, charcoal, metallic silver touches
Textiles: perforated leather, solid satin and shimmering silks, houndstooth checks, pinstripes, spectator details, menswear fabrics
Frames: clean lines, sleek finishes, chrome hardware, glass and leather, circular tables, high tech materials including carbon fiber and polished steel, black oak, lacquer
Sample Find: grey flannel square-formed sofa with broad arms, block feet, and crisp box cushions
If you feel like a Country Singer�
your style is Casual.
Themes: soft and mellow, rugged country, coastal cottage, vibrant spirit, Old World style, quiet refuge
Palette: indigo, muted red, , stucco and stone, natural hues, muted spice tones
Textiles: espadrille stripes, bandana paisleys, block prints, ticking, stripes, tattersals, wool cable knits, shearling, suede, serapes and Navajo rugs, hand tooled leather
Frames: iron, well-aged wood, rush
Sample Find: peeled rattan woven sofa with hemp upholstery and striped loose back cushions
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