Put the emphasis on casual elegance with the English country look. The style focuses on a level of comfort and luxury that’s layered and relaxed without being fussy.
Get the look
Get the look
Use saturated paint colors on the walls the way the English do. Try a true red, buttery yellow or mossy green. The same is true of wallpaper– the more pattern, the better. Try bold stripes, floral designs and equestrian-themed paper.
Speaking of horses, the English are mad about them. Add the equestrian look with horse-themed placemats, dinnerware and decorative accessories.
Fill your home with flowers – chintz flowers, that is. Chintz is once again popular. There are many patterns and styles to choose from in every possible color. Or, try black and white chintz for a crisper, more contemporary edge.
Mix antique or reproduction 18th or 19th century furniture with your existing pieces. Strive for an eclectic look.
Use jute or sea-grass rugs in hallways and living rooms as the English do. You’ll instantly turn your living room into a drawing room.
Hang curtains over windows. The English like to close them at night to keep a room cozy and warm. Just make sure never to call curtains “drapes” – the English never would.
Hang pictures in groups of five or six. Curate your own collection and include vintage botanical and hunting prints.
Try a tartan (plaid) blanket at the foot of your bed, or casually hang it over the back of a cozy chair.
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