The shabby chic décor style is very versatile with tastefully done items that are not just for show but can be for everyday use. This style by Rachel Ashwell has a vintage look that has a found-in-the-flea market look.
The shabby chic style is done with everyday utility of items in mind. Bedding, furniture, lighting and bathing items are all in this collection
Bedding and fabrics
Duvets, sheets, pillowcases, shams and bed skirts are all in this collection. You can have your items monogrammed and bespoke. Each item is done in different styles for example pillows come in damask and Venetian styles.
Shabby chic also offers fabrics to design your own items in their style if you prefer. Cotton, linen and denim are the fabrics on offer.
Bath
Towels, bathing accessories and sleepwear done in different styles are to be found here. Robes and nighties in soft fabrics are also available.
Furniture
You will find shabby chic furniture for your bedroom, living room and dining room. Furniture is covered in soft pink and white colors which are the hallmark of the shabby chic collection. Settees, dining tables and chairs, beds and chaise lounges are all available
Tastefully done Ottomans, Gracie tufted chaises, and cane coffee tables are some of the dining room items in this collection.
Lighting
Shabby chic chandeliers and candles, lamps and shades blend well into the whole décor style with their pink and white finishing. Lace and burlap are the materials for the lampshades coming in round, square and scallop shapes. Shabby chic chandeliers are in petite, Penelope, feather light, pirouette, simple and crown designs.
Décor
Shabby chic boosts its décor style with accessories like rugs, mirrors, throws, accents and artwork. There is a variety of designs for each item to suit its place in the house for example mirrors done in liberty, Kendall and long designs. Predominant colors for most décor styles are soft pink, pastel, ecra and white.
Shabby chic wall hangings and artworks by artists such Jorunn Mulen and Laurence Amelie are featured. Rachel Ashwell has written books on how to install the décor style that are also offered so that you can apply and perfect it.
Vintage items
These are mainly decorative items with a vintage feel. Prom dresses, fine china utensils, lamps and furniture handpicked by Rachel Ashwell are regularly featured in the shabby chic collection.
Shabby chic home décor is a style that is pleasing to the eye as it is useful in everyday living. What will it take to make your home a Shabby Chic home?
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