Summertime always makes me think cottage and shabby chic interiors. White and worn woods and fabrics welcome all to relax in these rooms for a very long time.
A vintage fireplace surround makes a statement unto itself. Add white accessories such as slipcovers for chairs and planter boxes, then pop a color or two in the way of plants or metalwork, and the charm is established.
Chipped white paint is even charming when it appears on framework in the powder room.
Add more color to a living room by accessorizing with floral pillows that can be changed each season.
Indoors or out, shabby chic looks naturally beachy.
Antique stores, flea markets, and yard sales are just a few places to search for shabby chic items. Just think "white and worn," and you'll be on the right track for spying unique treasures.
Be sure to visit Julia's Hooked on Fridays, Fifi's Fashionable Fridays, and Melissa's A Beautiful Life.
Credits: Photos from BHG and Country Living.
The powder room is my fav. Must pass this post along to our shopping gal Allison as her daughter decorates in shabby chic. Great pix! Jane T.
Posted by: Jane T @Atticmag | July 09, 2009 at 07:00 PM
Beautiful! I love that living room.
Posted by: Jenny | July 09, 2009 at 07:43 PM
Visiting from Julia's party. Those photos are to die for! :)
Posted by: Amanda @ Serenity Now | July 09, 2009 at 09:06 PM
Visiting also from Julia's. What beautiful shabby chic rooms! Thanks for the inspiration.
Jane
Posted by: Jane | July 10, 2009 at 06:46 AM
i love that bathroom! its just so inviting and totally relaxing to me!
Posted by: Courtney | July 10, 2009 at 07:42 AM