All things Oriental

It must be so much more satisfying to able to say you truly love every piece in your home.  Why spend money on something which you feel only half-hearted about, especially when you’ll see it every day?  It may be functional and purse-friendly, but do you really like it?

I envy those who have a home full of memories where every piece has an interesting background, be it something picked-up whilst travelling, or a special gift.  At the same time though, it’s important to have some kind of theme going- you don’t want the room looking like a car boot sale!!  Grazia hit the nail on the head last week, saying “your living room is full of cultural markers- the things that identify who we really are”.  Indeed every room in your house is, so be proud and allow your home to reflect your true personal style!

Here at Coco Målé we love the oriental look, with its rich colours, intricate detail and intriguing history.  I’ve sourced these images below to inspire you and to help you get started on a new look!  Obviously visiting the Far East would be fabulous but lots of authentic pieces can also be found on the internet… and remember – make sure you only buy something you love!

Notice the attention to detail in this room above… the unique headboard, the fans decorating the wall and how the flowers in the vase reflect the colours in the bedding and headboard, bringing the whole look together.  Small touches go a long way. For similar items, check out the oriental furniture range at Coco Målé.

This image above has to be my favourite.  I like the bare stone wall (I’m not sure why… I think it reminds me of a converted New York warehouse or something!! ) and the rich, vibrant colours in the patterned rug and throw.  Even the door follows the theme!

I love how the green really ‘pops out’ from the plain white walls, above.  Keep it simple to avoid overkill.

This image prooves that the oriental look needn’t be a slave to a dark colour pallet.  Are you renting?  If you’re not able to decorate your walls, why not use a screen instead to display an attractive design?  Alternatively, opt for patterned blinds or try framing sections of wallpaper, as seen above.

images from Elle Decor and House to Home

Posted by Emily.