Styling Guides Archives - Pretty Domesticated https://prettydomesticated.com/category/design/styling-guides/ Home & Lifestyle | Create the backdrop to your life. Mon, 17 Apr 2023 17:21:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://prettydomesticated.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/cropped-pretty-domesticated-instagram-48x48.png Styling Guides Archives - Pretty Domesticated https://prettydomesticated.com/category/design/styling-guides/ 32 32 Your No-Stress Guide for How to Mix Metals in Design https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-mix-metals-in-design/ https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-mix-metals-in-design/#comments Sun, 16 Apr 2023 18:49:41 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=17830 Over the years, answering your design questions on Instagram has become one of my favorite pastimes. Every time I open that question box, I see a few common topics I never expected — and one of them is, “How should I mix metal finishes and tones in my home?” It can be a tricky topic,...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-mix-metals-in-design/feed/ 2 5 Tips for Updating a Traditional Bathroom https://prettydomesticated.com/5-tips-for-updating-a-traditional-bathroom/ https://prettydomesticated.com/5-tips-for-updating-a-traditional-bathroom/#comments Wed, 03 Aug 2022 11:02:06 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=17724 Recently, I had the privilege of redesigning the primary bathroom in my childhood home — which, yes, meant that my parents were my bosses on the Bluemont Bath project. It was so fun to bring an elevated, updated feel to a space I’ve known my entire life, while honoring its original, traditional style that we...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/5-tips-for-updating-a-traditional-bathroom/feed/ 3 Simple Flower Arrangements That Brighten Up Any Space https://prettydomesticated.com/simple-flower-arrangements-that-brighten-up-any-space/ https://prettydomesticated.com/simple-flower-arrangements-that-brighten-up-any-space/#comments Thu, 21 Jul 2022 12:00:50 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=17727 Is there anything sweeter than the smell of fresh flowers? A simple bouquet can brighten anyone’s day — and bring beauty into any space. Almost every week, I find myself selecting a few stems for easy floral arrangements for our home, and the process of selecting and arranging them brings me joy without fail. Here’s...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/simple-flower-arrangements-that-brighten-up-any-space/feed/ 1 Ready, Set, Throw: How to Choose & Style Throw Pillows https://prettydomesticated.com/style-throw-pillows/ https://prettydomesticated.com/style-throw-pillows/#comments Sat, 16 Jul 2022 00:24:25 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=17091 If you know me, it goes without saying: the only thing I love more than a good collection of throw pillow covers is my family (and maybe a good cup of coffee). If you’re looking for a simple way to change your space without breaking the bank, learning to style throw pillows is the perfect...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/style-throw-pillows/feed/ 2 Designing the Perfect Modern Coastal Dining Room with Serena & Lily https://prettydomesticated.com/modern-coastal-dining-room-with-serena-lily/ https://prettydomesticated.com/modern-coastal-dining-room-with-serena-lily/#comments Mon, 30 May 2022 23:58:18 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=17284 This post is sponsored by Serena & Lily. All thoughts and opinions are my own. There’s nothing better than a great meal at the beach. That might be why modern coastal style is taking over countless dining rooms these days — even if they’re nowhere near the waves. This streamlined design style pulls inspiration from...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/modern-coastal-dining-room-with-serena-lily/feed/ 3 How to Style Your Home & Shop Like an Interior Designer https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-style-your-home-shop-like-an-interior-designer/ https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-style-your-home-shop-like-an-interior-designer/#comments Wed, 27 Apr 2022 11:00:36 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=16108 How to Shop for Furniture Like an Interior Designer Have you ever shopped for furniture online? It seems overwhelming at first — but after visiting a few sites, I bet you’ve noticed the same pieces popping up time after time. Here’s a secret interior designers know well: there are a handful of manufacturers that produce...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-style-your-home-shop-like-an-interior-designer/feed/ 5 5 Easy Ways to Add Character to a New Home https://prettydomesticated.com/5-ways-to-add-character-to-a-new-home/ https://prettydomesticated.com/5-ways-to-add-character-to-a-new-home/#comments Tue, 28 Dec 2021 18:06:14 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=9541 New builds are notorious for lacking character, but that doesn’t have to be the case. You can add character to a new home with styling. While we often recommend adding architecture details to liven up a new build, a huge impact can be made through decorating alone! A new house often lends the perfect neutral...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/5-ways-to-add-character-to-a-new-home/feed/ 28 Our Plans for a Coastal Dining Room https://prettydomesticated.com/our-plans-for-a-coastal-dining-room-a-great-sale/ https://prettydomesticated.com/our-plans-for-a-coastal-dining-room-a-great-sale/#comments Sat, 02 Oct 2021 17:50:53 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=12638 *This post is sponsored by Serena & Lily. All thoughts an opinions are my own. When it comes to coastal decor, no one does it better than Serena & Lily. So when we were brought on to design a dining room for a vacation home in Fort Myers, FL, with a modern coastal vibe, we...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/our-plans-for-a-coastal-dining-room-a-great-sale/feed/ 1 Weekend Transformation: How We Styled A Coastal Entry https://prettydomesticated.com/weekend-transformation-how-we-styled-a-coastal-entry/ https://prettydomesticated.com/weekend-transformation-how-we-styled-a-coastal-entry/#comments Sun, 01 Aug 2021 05:30:46 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=9030   Sometimes all you need is a weekend to completely turn things around in a small space. Though new decor and a little bit of white paint don’t hurt either. This was the case in the entry at our Modern Coastal Project in Fort Myers, FL. This project is pretty personal! Our new junior designer,...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/weekend-transformation-how-we-styled-a-coastal-entry/feed/ 1 Be Our Guest Part 2: The Details https://prettydomesticated.com/be-our-guest-part-2-the-details/ https://prettydomesticated.com/be-our-guest-part-2-the-details/#comments Tue, 29 Oct 2019 01:22:20 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=7166 This post is sponsored by Serena & Lily. Shop the Post If your like me, you’re already thinking about the holidays and getting your home guest ready is on your mind. We already talked about the basics, like creating a warm welcome with high quality linens and little luxuries. Now let’s get into the nitty-gritty...

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