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Copycat Must: Beautiful Homes a la Provence

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Suzy Q

Doesn’t matter where you are in the world, you can always take cue from French provincial decorating. This is one of my favorite styles and gets me excited just seeing the amount of color, light, and energy these homes carry. The pics below show some mouthwatering spaces that carry a touch of Marie Antoinette throughout, but continue to be functional, livable, and current. Don’t think only the rich live like this, you can always come across Louis XVI chairs, or other French antiquates in just about any home in France. Some key pieces to look out for:

Heavy drapery
Crown moldings
Blue, white, cream, gold, and beige all in soft color palettes
Patterned carpets and flooring
Chandeliers hanging in any room
Gold trim everyone from furniture to accessories
Tassels and floral upholstering
Fireplaces are always the centerpiece in any space
Damask sofas and dining chairs with tufting

Incorporating any of these touches can bring a style “a la Francais” to your home right from the Riviera! Give it a try this summer for a quick pick-me-up!