Traditional style is just what you would expect, familiar, warm and inspired by the past. While the specific time period varies, this style's inspiration is rooted in character and comfort. Traditional style appeals to the mainstream and functional, but that doesn't mean the style is contained. Whether it's granny chic or the standard transitional, put your own twist on the traditional with influences from other styles that inspire you
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Traditional style borrows from the past inspired by the homes of the 18th and 19th century. The style is timeless, but not overly fancy. Look for structured pieces with carved wood or upholstery and pick colors that are neutral and elegant.
Traditional hasn’t lost what matters – and that’s all in the detail. The tufting and piping. The feminine fringe. That charming, nostalgic touch that comes from pieces like lantern-style lighting.
You can have your rich fabrics and love them too. Just like a cake, Traditional is one piece at a time. Think it through and decide what you really want by print, pattern and color. Velvet? Leather? Silk? Linen? A combination of many? It’s all up to you. Remember, Traditional is a little more relaxed.
Traditional begs you to declutter. Throw away what doesn’t match your current style. Simplify with a unified palette. Neutrals are always a good bet, because you can add colorful touches – a few vintage pieces sprinkled here and there, pillows and throws with splashes of color…the possibilities are up to you.
Shop TraditionalTraditional is classic but not contained. You can put your own twist on the style in various ways, whether if be with modern lighting or vintage decor.
Somewhere between traditional and modern, transitional is comfortable but up-to-date. Transitional design gives you the freedom to mix it up.
When you decorate your indoor space, your first instinct might be to make sure everything goes perfectly together. The same finishes, the same colors. And you can certainly achieve a nice look that way. But if you just add a little mix into your match, the doors of décor begin to open.
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