Do you know what your style is?
Does it matter? Well maybe. I think if you know what your style is, it can be a guiding force, or a framework. You can color outside the lines, but still it’s nice to have lines. If you don’t narrow things down a bit, you can be all of the map with a disjointed look that feels ill at ease.
I really believe knowing what your style is and trying to stick with it is helpful in having a signature look that is cohesive. You want a room to look pulled together, and having one style is helpful.
Let’s face it, when you get dressed you don’t want to combine Bohemian, with Punk Rock, Nautical, Sophisticated, Urban, Vintage, and Glam all at the same time. Well I”m not a fashion blogger, but I’m guessing that’s not a ‘thing.’
Let’s see what some popular bloggers call their style.
Not sure my style has a name but I call it shabby chic (with a rustic touch :))
Here Marty has combined a neutral palette with white furniture and a touch of coral in the room. It’s traditional without being stuffy.
I call my style Vintage Eclectic with a touch of Industrial
Jill also has a neutral look with lots of natural elements and she’s added curtains for a soft look.
I consider myself sophisticated traditional with a little fun thrown in.
Sara turns takes a traditional approach, but adds her own spin. Here the cannisters and the open shelving add a clean fun look, while the back background in the cabinets adds some drama.
I’m all about rustic prairie farmhouse/vintage eclectic,
Larissa uses rustic elements like the siding, and combines them with the vintage mirrors hat and adds a crystal chandelier for some elegance.
Ann Drake from On Sutton Place
Classically Vintage with a little Farmhouse thrown in!
Ann takes traditional elements but puts her own spin on them to give her home a warm farmhouse feel.
Well this is just a start, and we’re not done! I’m got lots more to show you. The thing I want you to notice is that everyone has a unique style. Everyone calls their style something different, and the looks are completely different, while in some ways you can see similarities.
In Part II, we’ll look at some more styles.
In Part III, we’ll finish the series.
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So much talent and inspiration here, Anita! It’s fun to see how others mix and match to create their own personal style. How fun to be included…thank you! 🙂
Interesting post. So much has changed from former days. I would be interested in a list of style names.
I think Bonnie, that the list is more diverse than it used to be.
Thanks so much for including me, Anita! Have a great weekend!
Love your post looking forward to reading part 2. I also enjoyed your side note called on a personal note. I could not agree with you more about enjoying shopping a tree lined street and being outside, all the different shops. Wish I could find one close to me ,I live in North Fort Worth,TX.. But I also enjoyed reading how much fun and how special your time with your daughter was.. I am so praying my daughter moves back to TX so I can be with my grandbabies and her,so we have days like that also.
Have a great day!
Anita,
It isn’t e a s y to find one’s “true” style with all the amazing choices for today’s home decor!!!
While working in the retail market, I fell in love with many of the “new and trendy” accessories!!!
However, once I came back to my Traditional Roots, I could breathe a ^sigh^ of relief!!!
Finding my “true ” design style gave me the freedom to edit and keep only those
accessories and furnishings that “stir” my heart and soul!!! Now my home has a calmness about it!!!
Thank you for sharing these amazing bloggers style!!!
Fondly,
Pat
Excellent points Pat!!
What fun Anita! I love seeing a glimpse into others homes and hearing what they call their style. And I’m so honored that you included my home!
Love this post, Anita–really gets me thinking about “what is my style” and how can I really “go for it!”
Anita, thanks so much for including me in this post! I loved reading how everyone described their style. What a great post!
This is so inspiring. I like your pictures so much. Kitchen on the third picture is just what I like. And details on a blue wall.
Anita, this is a great tip to step out of the room, photograph it, then analyze and determine what is needed. Using the principles of design when analizing your room is a great reminder to get rooms that “feel” right. I pulled out some of my college design books and found it to be a good refresher. I love your blog! I always come away with some info. Thanks.