I am constantly changing my “style.” Well, to put it better…tweaking. Over the years I have come to the realization that no matter HOW much I love heels, they just aren’t for me. In the “shoe department” I am more of a comfort over fashion kind of girl. Don’t get me wrong, they need to still be “fashionable,” but a pair of Christian Louboutin’s won’t ever be my go-to shoe. (No matter how much I would LOVE for them to be. 🙁 ) I still buy heels (to keep the dream alive) but for the most part they sit in my closet and collect dust. I have made peace with it!
So, what does shoes have to do with my room?!? Over time my decor style has evolved and changed.
My husband always teases me that in a year from now the house will be completely different. I don’t know about completely, but I’m not afraid of change.
A friend once said that women like to “rearrange the furniture.” She said this about something totally un-house related, but it made sense to me. I’ve always loved the challenge of finding a new way to rearrange things.
And thus, I go back to the shoes! I think I’ve FINALLY hit the “groove” of my style. (I’m not a heel…I’m a flat.) It’s taken me a while to get here, but I am comfortable.
I’m not saying that my decorating style won’t continue to change and evolve, but I know what my general guidelines are and I can stick to it.
I’m having so much fun with my master bedroom makeover and honestly I haven’t spent much money. I had the “bones” here all along.
As I have said numerous times, shop your house. Chances are you have what you are looking for somewhere. Something as simple as “rearranging the furniture” can bring new life into a space…AND a can of paint! 😉
So, here’s what I have left for this room:
I still need to have a mirror cut and find a long dresser to go on the wall across from the bed, but I’m really happy with the progress. (It’s slow, but I’m OK with that.)
Have you “matured” in your style over the years? I would love to know! 🙂
Happy Monday!
~Angela
It’s looking great! And slow is ok – it gives you time to totally find your style and get it just how you want it!
Without a doubt, I am in a continuing evolution when it comes to my décor tastes and styles. I do have friends who have left things the same for years and years, quite content to order “a three-piece matching set.” but like you, Angela, I feel the need to tweak and personalize. The more time has passed, I find my taste to be simpler, more basic and perhaps a bit more refined. I sink myself into my surroundings, longing for something less foo-foo, more time-worn, kind of like my own self. I want to be surrounded with memories of times past, whether my own or someone else’s. The shabby-chic, yet a tad industrial look at times, makes my heart happy. I want the look to be warm and inviting but definitely NOT rubber stamped. Love the colors, the chalk paint look, peely paint and repurposed items. I accept that the evolution will probably never end….
Pamela, that is exactly how I feel!! I’m glad I’m not alone! 🙂
As much as I enjoy your Blog and your sense of style, I find the mirror wall in the bedroom to be distracting. It looks a little spotty-polka dotty; and top heavy. Shouldn’t the larger pieces be lower; and to one side, with a grouping of smaller pieces to off-set it on the other side? Just one person’s feeling when I see the display. No offense meant.
Judy, no offense taken! 🙂 I always love imput! Thanks!!
The idea of pretty heels is so appealing but realistically I know I am more of a heels type of girl too. Like you, it has taken me a very long time to get comfortable with that. Your bedroom is pretty and I love your mirror collage. I have quite a few random mirrors in my home that could easily be used to create a similar collage in my bedroom. Thanks for the inspiration!
Obviously I meant I’m a “flats” type of girl!
how did you do the MB wall treatment? Wallpaper or stencil?
Steph, it’s a stencil. Here’s the post with all the detail: https://www.unexpectedelegance.com/2013/06/24/my-stenciled-walls-and-a-giveaway/