Elevate your home decor | Decor mistakes to avoid | Sophisticated interiors
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- Опубликовано: 21 окт 2023
- My simple tips to ditch boring decor and decorate with items that show off your personality and style!
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Love everything about this video. It is so refreshing to see someone who is not just on the bandwagon of the trendy fake and empty things that the world seems to be offering these days.
Yay! I’m so glad to find someone who encourage us to decorate with things that we love and not just twigs, balls, etc, aka the dust catchers 😂. Please give us more ideas like these and thanks!
A lot of sense in your views. Totally agree! I live in Europe and it's a joy to shop at thrift stores.. I find marble, art, ceramics, antiques.. and my home still has MY personality... Fake books are beyond my comprehension. Thanks for your advice.
Omg I’ve heard buying second hand in Europe you find so many treasures, so jealous! Thanks for watching, happy you liked my video! 🧡
Those were very interesting viewpoints. To each her own. I will keep my beads and branches. And continue to watch your channel.
Can you imagine if all people took your advice, how boring decor would be. People do your own thing. And if you like scents, and I do, well then buy them and use them. They have been around for centuries. My advice of course. Be yourself and live by your standards only.
Wow. New viewer here, and I'm a senior, so I've been watching home decor styles and trends come and go since the 1970s when I became old enough for my own home. I agree with every point you've made! I do buy some new "coffee table" books, but not to use as decor, rather for the content or because I admire the author. I always buy books for the content no matter the subject, but sometimes I can't wait for a book to become old before I want to read, or peruse, it. I do buy mostly used books on eBay or Amazon though. And yes, they become part of my decor, but that's not the point of them. It hurts my heart to see people selling books by the color, or ripping the covers off, or gluing them all together and painting them for decor. I really enjoyed what you said about art and photos. I believe our homes should tell our story. They should be a reflection of what we love, what we've created, and who we are, and the people we love and admire, etc., not just what is trendy in home decor at retail stores at the moment, which changes with every season. I love it when people who have been to my house later see things somewhere else and then tell me, Oh I saw something (whatever) and it made me think of you. Not because of the style, but because it speaks about me. Or when they come in and recognize a piece because it's been in my home forever, no matter how many times I've rearranged or moved. ...I do understand young people just starting have to start somewhere to fill their spaces, but I loved your advice! It would save young people a lot of time and money to benefit from it. I will be watching more. Thank you!!
Unapologetically great advise. I found this video really refreshing and gained some good tips such as a bowl of mini prints on your coffee table and encouraging thrift purchases for individualism and interest.
I did have sticks in a vase for awhile but it was because I planted a small tree, raised it to a big curly willow tree until it died and then saved some of the curly branches. They brought joy.
Thanks for this.
But "drownDing"??? Soz, couldn't get past that 😂❤
I really like your design advice and that you keep it simple and easy. It’s fun to see how you combine different styles too. Thanks!
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Thank you for your video! I particularly enjoy how you encourage people to use what they have and be themselves instead of following trends! I would like to suggest a video on the use of bright, upbeat colors on sofas, chairs, pillows, walls, bedding, etc… Not really enjoying beige layered with off white, tan, sprinkled with textured off white items for added interest. Just need some guidance please! ❤
Ok… you have some FABULOUS ideas!
Alexandrea, you NAILED it. I’ve found that I have been doing way too much following trends in decor. I love the idea of using what I have in new ways and bringing out old sentimental pieces instead ❤of
I feel that everything you say is very on point and tasteful! After watching just a few of your videos I feel like I've learned a lot and have a handful of exciting new ideas for my place!!! Loving your content from Northern Canada!!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Many of the things that irritate you also bother me, so it’s good to see I’m not alone. I purchased a fashion and decorating book not long ago, but ended up thrifting one recently I really like. One of the libraries nearby is having a book sale this weekend and I’m planning to try my luck. I read a lot and have given away tons of books throughout the years. It’s too bad I didn’t keep the pretty ones to use as decor. That’s ok. I’m sure I’ll find new ones.
Yes! I’m going to get my beads on a string and send on! No sticks in a vase in a very long time. Yes to thrifting and unique items. 😀
Thank you- ditch the wood beads!
Love the idea with the Polaroid. I keep one for parties, but I bet the grandkids would love to take photos when they come over, and to look through family photos in a bowl.
Really loved this video! It’s always good to keep in mind that some
people genuinely like the cheap frumpy look😂 of course they wouldn’t call it that lol. But these are great practical tips for someone who is getting into home decor and maybe moving away from their old style. BTW I would love a video on styling a bathroom. Art work placement, open shelves vs cabinet etc.
Thanks so much!! I will add bathroom styling to my list!
Absolutely on point. This is a perfect video right before the Holidays! Love, love! ❤️❤️
I thought you were spot on with most of your observations and alternatives. I am a Baby Boomer, live in a mid century modern home. However, I dont live in a house that looks like the Jetsons. Mid century diversity has really been ruined, badly copied and misunderstood. I would like to hear your views on this. I grew up in a midcentury home, mom was a great decorator. We didnt live with stick furniture, everything orange, or one sq inch of shag carpeting. Thanks again.❤️
I LOVE this video and agree with you on all these things!!!!!! Stop using those stupid beads on a string and big wooden chains as decor!!!!!
I agree with all but... the scented candles 😂
Thanks for the challenge about not buying accessories…good point! I’m going to get s some of my Granny’s ornaments out of the loft instead!
YES! Love it 🙌🏼
Well Done!
Nailed all my beliefs🌻
So many good ideas! Thanks for sharing 😊
I find your ideas practical and well thought of. Do give us more such ideas. Many thanks 💐
Excellent advice - I cannot stand any of these things that you have mentioned - add to that lots of pillow on the bed that have to be "chopped" with your hand to make them into some sort of V shape. Why do people do that?? It actually drives me nuts when someone does it on a video -and they all copy each other, so there are thousands of women all over with this pillows that they whack in the middle !!🤨! Love your decor sense!!
Thank you for sharing your personal style. When I display something it is in a way that creates the interest. Example… I have a large wooden chain hanging from one of three Scandinavian hooks. I get so many good comments. My style is to think outside the box using items that I like or are sentimental. I always encourage individuals to share and display the thing’s they love.
Totally agree about scented candles. Do not waste money on Jo Malone or Diptyque or any of the "high end" candle brands. You are literally burning money when you use those! IKEA makes nice pillar candles that are unscented and affordable.
Totally agree!! I always keep an eye out for candles when I’m thrifting too
More sensible & meaningful ideas you have. Thank you.
I am a big fan❤! Thanks so much for your good advice - it makes me want to look critically at my space and be more intentional. Full disclosure, I love a scented candle, but recently walked down a hallway in a condo and was assaulted by someone’s scented candle, it can be TOO overpowering at times. I am looking for advice on the “working” home office. I mean, a room in which a person spends a good part of their day doing the books, paying bills, basically keeping the administrative side of the business running. It has been a struggle over the years and I have made some changes, but there is still room for improvement. Keep up the great videos❤
OMG I have the sticks. lol.
just her opinion.
Ok, ok I'm taking down the sticks in a vase! I must admit I've been in two minds about them but you're right they are pretty pointless. Sorry, have to admit I do like a scented candle but I only light them occasionally, honest!🙂
Great advice! Thank you.
I’m trying a candle warmer will see how it goes…So much of “decor” is pointless and is just filler. I just try to get what I really like cuz things will go out so quickly. Also everyone is saying go to thrift stores secondhand stores consignment stores and those prices have gotten really expensive. So I see why ppl end up buying new. But def appreciate the individuality and creativity cuz that’s what makes your home yours imo!
Hi Alexandria, just discovered your channel today. We are moving to a new home and one question I have is how to handle a home that is all gray and white? We own a chocolate brown classic couch and loveseat and we have some wood furniture, and the hardscaping in this home (kitchen tiles, countertops, stone around fireplace) is all gray. I want to find ways to warm up and layer neutrals, but blending gray (cool tones) and warm earth tones can be a challenge. Can you help?
Hey this was a great video, I was nodding along with pretty much all your points!
Would you consider doing some kind of video on start-to-finish styling of a bookshelf with *lots of actual functional books to read* on it? So much of the “how to style a bookshelf” content out there winds up showing bookcases with a bunch of accessories and like 3 books on them (accented by the dreaded setting of beads of course) and uh…that ain’t helpful to me!
Very nice
So true!
Love your channel. Never understood the beads!
I was interested until the vulgarity started. Perhaps you need to expand your vocabulary or to avoid trying to sound like one of the "gang".
@@karenryder6317 what? Lol.
I could use some advice about what (if anything) to put on a plate rail that surrounds our family room. It’s held cranberry colored transferware plates and platters for over 40 years! While l still love the dishes- lm ready for a visual change. My walls are Cloud White (Kelly Moore) and are staying that way! Two bookcases - they stay too! Deep brown furniture- used brick fireplace- burgundy leather chairs- Brazilian cherry floors. Also 2 Lazyboy recliners in lightest grey taupe. Two gorgeous mirrors. Any ideas??
Right on.. nothing more boring than generic wall decor that everyone has…
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Is drown-ding a word?
Sticks in a vase: I'm thinking about incooperating it because i can't have any plants or flowers and craving for something from nature. A coffeetable book is completely pointless to me just have books if you like to read. Agree on the beads 😅
Drownding??
😂 yeah I was baffled by that too! Especially since she talked so much about reading books!
My Mom is actually an English teacher lol don’t worry she wont let me live this down!
@@alexandriaparis uh oh! You’re in for it now!
@@alexandriaparis So is mine! My husband, too. 😂 I guess that’s why I turn into the grammar police once in a while! Sorry if I came off as rude. I really liked your video!
DrownDing? Literal blanket? Otherwise: helpful ideas.
Who started the coffee table book thing? Isn't kind of a dumb and useless ? A coffee table is for placing drinks on, no?
This is one of the most pretentious "home decor" videos I've ever seen. People like what they like, they buy what they buy, and they choose the items that make them feel good about their space. That's all that matters. 🙄
nothing about this video is pretentious; it is anything but... That doesn't mean you must love it; perhaps, a different adjective would better describe your feeling.
@@joanescuriex7913 This video absolutely IS pretentious. Interior design "experts" telling people what they should and should not decorate their own homes with is ridiculous. People can decorate their homes however THEY choose. Every six months or so, there's some new tacky "home decorating trend" we're supposed to follow. Decorate your space how you choose and quit telling others what they should get rid of, in their own home decor. Its silly.
Why are you here
@@ACS402010it seems to me that this video is about avoiding trendy home decor, and about making it more meaningful. Kinda the whole point.
Agree
Sticks in a vase are simple and artistic and available to all . A bowl of Polaroids yuk. Beads give a rounded aesthetic. You are condescending ...very.