Shabby Chic, as applied to fashion, attempts to create a look that is a little untidy and imperfect yet put together in an organized way. It can be thought of as eclectic, even almost borderline grungy but more stylish than that. It doesn’t necessarily emphasize any particular style, but rather tries to balancing a combination different styles and layers. When layering fabrics they should be light and have different colors and textures. The overall basis is that your clothes should appear vintage and a little bit worn. The combinations of these elements are going to compliment each other well and create a nice unique look.

Some people may balk at the thought of wearing old or worn clothing essential to create the Shabby Chic look. But old and worn doesn’t necessarily mean visibly unappealing. You want to use fabric that has a vintage look and is still in decent condition. Items such as t-shirts, sweaters, hoodies and camisoles are great for layering and creating the Shabby Chic look.

You can decide to use Shabby Chic fabric with other accessories such as tablecloths, curtains, and just about any other accessory that you can put a piece of fabric over. The most common types of fabrics used in Shabby Chic home decorating for curtains and tablecloths are light and airy fabrics such as linen, chenille and lace. Ideally these should be white or cream colored. If you picture these types of fabric that are a bit worn and freely blowing in the breeze, that is the essence of Shabby Chic fabric.

Bedding and slipcovers are important types of fabric that are emphasized for the Shabby Chic style. The can be made of other materials besides the light materials used for curtains and tablecloths, but the appearance should stick to the Shabby Chic theme of light colors that are either solid or imprinted with mild floral embroidery or other basic patterns.

An important trait of the Shabby Chic design is the ability to incorporate new uses for old items and to restore old furniture and decor. Shabby Chic is popular today because it encompasses high class style on a budget. This means getting a hold of old, used items and bringing them back to life with a little love and care. Furniture, antiques, porcelain, glassware, and dishware are all fair game as long as they are old and vintage.

2. Shabby Chic does not encompass only one style.

The Shabby Chic style is a fusion of different styles of sorts. It has its basis in old English countryside and cottage style, but it is also heavily influenced by elements of French chateau, American shaker and Mediterranean design styles. Different styles can coexist as long as the main theme is adhered to, i.e. predominantly light in colors and looking to achieve a natural, lived-in look.

3. Use mostly whites and other light colors.

The predominant color for the Shabby Chic style is white. Many pieces of furniture can be restored by cleaning them up and giving them a fresh coat of white. Followed by some light sanding, you can give them an aged, faded look that is part of the Shabby Chic trademark. Exposed wood and other layers of paint give your furniture pieces personality.

5. Look to get free or underpriced antiques from friends, family members and antique malls.Antiques are an important element of the Shabby Chic style, as long as you don’t pay an arm and a leg for them. Ask your parents or grandmother if you can rummage through their old stuff to see if there are any antiques. If not, check your local garage sales and flea markets to look for underpriced items. One characteristic of Shabby Chic is to mix old with new, so antiques would fit perfectly well next to any modern decorations in the room.If you are on a limited budget and are enthralled with infusing new elements into the old style country way of decorating, then the Shabby Chic style is perfect for you. You’ll be able to use time tested design accepted styles with your own creativity and imagination to create your own unique style that works for you.ic style, as long as you don’t pay an arm and a leg for them. Ask your parents or grandmother if you can rummage through their old stuff to see if there are any antiques. If not, check your local garage sales and flea markets to look for underpriced items. One characteristic of Shabby Chic is to mix old with new, so antiques would fit perfectly well next to any modern decorations in the room
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Step One

If you don’t already own a chandelier that needs restoring, you want to find a chandelier that has a vintage classic look to it and has some age. This should not be that difficult. You can ask people you know if they have any old chandeliers they no longer want, or just look for a bargain at an antique store, thrift store, garage sale or flea market. Make sure it is either in working condition or can be restored back to working condition. You don’t want one that has electrical problems, but this won’t be that big a deal if you plan on using it mainly for show.

Step Two

Look it over closely and see what decorative accessories you could add to it to make it look more elegant and formal. You can paint any wooden or metal parts in white, cream or pastel colors. Maybe you can add old jewelry that will make it look more vintage, or strategically place vintage looking fabric over it to give it the look it needs. Being able to properly add accessories that are vintage can make or break the entire look, so it is very important for you to put some real work into this. Any type of accessories might work as long as it looks worn and formal.

Step Three

If you really want to give the illusion of age for your Shabby Chic chandelier, then you might want to consider using candles instead of actual light bulbs. Remember, your Shabby Chic chandelier does not have to be used as a light source, it could just be a decorative piece. You could also put flower heads in some of the sockets in place of light bulbs to make it more appealing. This might be a good option for those who have a vintage chandelier that cannot be restored but still has the perfect vintage look.

Making your own Shabby Chic chandelier requires you to be artistic, but above all else creative. All long as you are willing to mix it up and add the proper decorative vintage accessories to the chandelier, you can give it the Shabby Chic look you want. Not only will it look great, but you will have the added pride that it was your creation.

Beautiful and unique shabby chic style tapestry that gives a timeless quality and a fine design detail – perfect for family heirloom.It is not only highly portable but also adds a royal and artistic touch.

1. Work on your color palette. The main colors you should use when painting your walls are white, cream, light pink, pale green, light blue – pretty much any pastel-based color.
2. Large, fluffy overstuffed sofas and chairs covered with slipcovers are a staple of the Shabby Chic style. Ideally these pieces should be light in color but don’t have to match and can be accented with darker pillows and blankets.
3. You don’t need to stick to wooden furniture. Wrought iron furniture is great for outdoors, but even indoors iron furniture that is a little chipped or rusted can be used in any room. Soft pillows of different colors go great with metal furniture.
4. Expose your wooden floors, and cover some areas with pastel colored rugs. Light colored carpeting should be used if you do prefer carpeting.
5. Incorporate various styles of lighting into your Shabby Chic rooms such as chandeliers, lamps and candles. Chandeliers are great if you need an adjustable light source for a particular room. Be sure of the type of mood you are trying to set when deciding on what kind of lighting to use – soft for relaxed and romantic moods and brighter for a more stimulating mood.
6. Wall mirrors are great to use in any Shabby Chic room, especially ones that have a wooden or metal frame. You can slightly sand the frame to give it a distressed look.
7. Use light, airy curtains made of linen, lace or chenille for your windows and sliding doors. Definitely stay away from heavy curtains that are dark in color.
8. Solid light colors or embroidered bed sheets and quilts make for good Shabby Chic bedding. Sheets embroidered with floral designs are most common. Different components of the bedding can be mixed and matched.
9. Intersperse floral arrangements throughout your house. Flowers are an important feature in Shabby Chic design, and don’t be afraid to use faux flowers made of fabric.
10. Don’t spend all your time indoors – add plenty of furniture and pottery outside your home. Since we’re after the distressed look, it’s okay to let your outdoor items to be exposed to the elements. Wooden furniture with chipped paint is perfect for the outdoors.

These ten tips can be incorporated gradually and should have you well on your way to creating the perfect Shabby Chic home.

Listen to the beautiful musical sounds of an elegant and stylish Shabby Chic Style Grandfather’s Clock. This piece of furniture will surely become a beautiful focal point in any room it is placed in, adding not only old world, antique charm but also a touch of class and sophistication.

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Just like shoes (for some), this versatile, functional, and unique shabby chic bookshelf is something you can never have enough of. Made not just for books but also to keep other ornaments like CDs, DVDs, and magazines. Specifically designed with the nature of their work in mind thus making it an ideal piece of living lounge that illuminates your artfully arranged collectibles.