You don't have to be "creatively" inclined or have a monthly decorating budget to have a beautiful home that reflects a sense of style, a sense of who you are. I have expensive taste but don't feel it is a must to spend a ton of money on material items. We have families. We have lots of expenses. We have other priorities. This coming from someone who loves to spend her time perusing home decor stores, websites and magazines. I have a good sense of how to make a space feel expensive and truly get the most bang for your buck. I am willing to guarantee that this is a common thread that all of my clients would have to say about me. With that being said, here is one of my favorite ways that can completely change a space and doesn't break the bank.
Slipcovers became popular when Rachel Ashwell started the shabby chic boom. Now they are a huge design trend that can truly fit any style. I for one, am obsessed!! I love the look, the way they can completely change a piece, how easy they are to wash(key with our busy lives, kids, dogs) and slipcovers relinquish that reuse/repurpose void that I oddly love to fill. I am lucky to have access to a very talented lady who makes fabulous slipcovers. I will use her anytime I can for a client project when its appropriate. Slipcovers can be for any piece of furniture. This post is targeting my current obsession with wingback chairs. For most of us wingbacks usually remind us of our parents or grandparents house. They feel too formal, too outdated. However, the right fabric and a slipcover completely changes that perception. Where to find them??? Online auctions, estate sales. furniture consignment stores, parents house... and they are usually ridiculously inexpensive.
This first wingback was used in a family room project I worked on. It was from my clients parents house and I believe it was being used as the "timeout" chair. We gave it a whole new look.
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Inspiration via Pinterest
