What is it about French style that we all love so much?
The chandeliers dripping with crystals and romance?
The painted furniture and gilded mirrors?
The dreamy vintage furniture &
Or maybe it is the different fabrics and patterns mingling in a room.
Whatever it is- it is a favorite look- and today it is all about 10 ideas for how to add
a bit of that charm to your bedroom.
#1. Toile Anything
Yes, this is the bathroom – and a way back bathroom photo!
But- that red toile fabric and wallpaper are perfect examples of using a toile fabric in a room.
One of my favorite ways to bring old world style French charm to a room.
Think bed coverings, pillows & curtains in classic colors of red, blue and even black toile
in the bedroom.
#2. Floral Ticking Fabrics
I am a huge fan of floral fabrics and ticking fabrics- and put the two together and it is a favorite look.
I love the floral ticking on this vintage settee- and love that there are several different layers of florals and tickings in the pillows that go with it as well.
You don’t have to have a piece of furniture upholstered in those dreamy fabrics- you can add that charming look with pillows, throws and bedding as well.
#3. A Crystal Covered Chandelier
Because a little bit of drama in design is a good thing.
A grand chandelier is always a go to in my book- and in the bedroom-it is a perfect piece to bring a romantic French style elegance. If you have peaked or tall ceilings – you can go with something larger for a bit more pizazz. See the rest of the Barn Bedroom here
#4. Add a little tuft
Tufted beds, chairs and benches are beautiful and they add texture and interest.
This bed is a reproduction but you can find vintage tufted beds second hand as well.
If you want a bit of tufting in a smaller amount- a bench or side chair with those lovely details will bring the look you are after.
#5. A Vintage Settee
The foot of the bed is a perfect spot for placing a beautiful bench or vintage settee.
I love the bit of gold this one has- which brings a more Parisian feeling to the room- but a cane settee, bench or even chairs with the look you love – are all lovely options.
And a second tip in this photo is the Aubusson pillow- floral needlepoint pillows are perfection in a French bedroom for the bed or on a chair.
#6. Vintage Silver Trophies for flowers
Use vintage silver pieces as decoration on the mantel, chest of drawers or shelf.
Vintage silver adds oodles of charm with that patina, the dainty details and if monogrammed- even more interest.
You don’t have to fill them with flowers – they are lovely on their own- but they are also perfect for holding a small bouquet of flowers as well.
#7. Vintage or Vintage style rug
A simple way to add a little bit of French Country and a bit of warmth underfoot.
I love vintage floral and Turkish rugs- and layering them in a room is another way to add ‘layers’ of charm. I rounded up some great sources for rugs in this post.
#8. Painted Furniture
I have a huge amount of love for beautiful painted furniture.
I don’t know what it is about something with dainty flowers, swirls and chippy paint- but it makes me a little weak in the knees every time.
Vintage painted furniture like these bedsadds a beautiful French country style charm- and you don’t need a ton of pieces – even a small nightstand or chest will bring that feeling to your room.
#9. Gilded Beauty
Gilded mirrors – in ornate grand styles and small dainty styles are so lovely.
Whether they are all gold like the one above- or just have a touch of gilding- mirrors are wonderful for making a space feel larger and bringing a lot of light into a room- and are perfect for adding French charm.
#10. Wallpaper
I once wallpapered our bedroom in a lilac floral vintage style wallpaper. It was such a pretty look and I loved how it enveloped the room in romantic style. Wallpaper is another perfect way to add that warmth and charm in a bedroom. With a floral ticking, an all over floral pattern or a landscape type mural.
Of course there are dozens of ways to add that charm and get the look- and these are just a few of them. Up next- we can delve into the different styles of French and European design and explore a few more ideas.
And as you can see- the blog is still a work in progress with the new look.
Soon… but not ready yet. Thanks for your patience while things are updated.
Unknown says
I find your blog easy to follow and full of fantastic and "dreamy" inspiration..thank you for taking the time to do this. Looking forward to what you have instore for the future.
BassetMom says
You…..are just one of “those” woman that can make magic!
I try an accent wall and it turns out like a murder scene – How I envy you….
So – I’m totally open to suggestions for my bedroom – I’m thinking of ditching the headboard and putting it catty corner and put a nice canopy (with fake flowers/vines coming down them – then, as tall as the bed, but a table with a nice soft lamp etc….
what color should i paint the room? I would LOVE to wallpaper either the upper half or even do the accent wall…..but i have no idea what i’m doing….
surely, you have nothing else to do!
hahahaha!
Cindy
Courtney says
hahah- you are so funny! I love wallpaper and serene colors in a bedroom. I will have to do a post on bedroom decor ideas soon. Thank you for the suggestion Cindy!!
BassetMom says
NO!!! women – NOT woman!!! My grammatical TENDENCIES haven’t fully kicked in yet!
Linda Johnston says
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Nancy carr says
I am so ha i found your Wonderful blog.
Blessings
Cynthia says
I really fell n love with the wallpa in the picture labeled freanch country cottage but ca find it anywheRe.. any advice?
Jean says
I am getting INSPIRED to use more blush pink in my small patio home. You have a lovely frEnch style. Love all your post s. Jean
Jackie says
whete did you get the bedskirt in the picture with the setee at the end of the bed? l have been searching for one just like it but every time l find one it is either sold out, wrong CO.our or they do not have queen size in stock. jackie
Susan E Osborne says
I am looking for older french country- the rich blues, reds and yellows. Justany ideas?