If you’re inspired by the beautiful, romantic homes found in the Mediterranean, you can easily create that same romantic, cottage style in your own home. By using painted and wicker furniture and cheerful colors and patterns, you can create an interior that resembles old-world, romantic style.
Furniture
The beauty of Mediterranean inspired homes is old-world style and charm mixed with simple, yet elegant furnishings. That romantic cottage feeling is created by using a combination of furniture styles with unique details that reflect the beauty of the past. The key to this look is making your room feel lived-in rather than new and modern. Look for great vintage furniture pieces that can be painted or re-styled to fit your home’s interior.
Create a romantic outdoor patio or balcony area with vintage French chairs. Old French ice cream or cafe chairs are relatively easy to find. They may be rusted, but you can restore them to their original beauty with a little sanding and outdoor enamel paint. Choose a beautiful shade of French blue paint for the chairs. If you want cushions, choose an outdoor fabric in a solid color or small print that complements the chairs. For the table, choose a tablecloth in a coordinating print, then add hemstitched linen napkins and a lovely floral centerpiece. For romantic, cottage appeal, line your patio or balcony with camellias or jasmine in large, vintage-looking pots or planters attached to the balcony railing, then add tea lights or candlelight.
Create a dining room with old-world charm by using light-colored wicker, soft colors and botanical prints. Look for simple, wicker chairs from Wicker Paradise in white or bone with unique features and style. For a more updated look, combine the chairs with a stylish table base in wood or stone and a beveled-edge glass top to keep the dining room light and airy. To play up a romantic, cottage look, choose a soft color palette for the room. Soft shades of melon, salmon, mustard, celery or French blue will give your dining room authentic Mediterranean appeal. These light, dusty colors are often seen in old-world interiors where natural light was sometimes limited. Accent your dining room with beautiful botanical prints in vintage frames and lots of candlelight for romantic appeal.
To re-create authentic Mediterranean, romantic cottage style, focus on vintage-style furniture, soft colors and romantic accessories. With the right combinations, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time.
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