Vintage look?

The phrase 'vintage look' is often mentioned when describing furnishings that have been made in the Shabby Chic style. A lot of people strive to achieve that Shabby Chic style throughout their home... however to get the right look you need good quality pieces that look as if they've stood the test of time.

To achieve this look you need a keen eye, so you don't over do it, and distressed look furniture and accessories to really set a room off.

What to look out for?

If you want that shabby chic feel for your home, you need to look out for pieces of furniture that have an antique look about them, but that also have a soft feminine charm about them too.

Vintage look accessories?

When it come to accessories, dress around your room... vintage look products such as Papa Theo's Bamboo Ladder are great for a 'Shabby Chic' inspired bathroom as a towel holder, but are equally as useful in their own right.

Adding light?

Add light to show off your 'Shabby Chic' room, with vintage look lamp stands, as they add a touch of elegance to any side table.

Why choose Shabby Chic?

If you've ever walked into a home that has been inspired by Shabby Chic, you'll know it creates a beautiful feel in the house. It's also ideal for creating the aged feel in a cottage or country home. This timeless style is simple to do and will look fantastic.

How not to go over the top?

With handmade pieces from Papa Theo that have been distressed using a range of techniques, you'll find no trouble creating an overall elegance throughout the home with out going over the top.

Can that Shabby Chic look be achieved in any room?

The simple answer is yes... Papa Theo stock a range of vintage look furniture that can be placed in any room; For example for the bedroom we stock vintage look cabinets and chests, for the bathroom we stock a Bamboo ladder (which is perfect for hanging those wet towels on), for the kitchen we stock hand carved mirrors... we even stock vintage look pillars and stands (which can be used inside or out).

If you really want that shabby chic feel for your home take a look at Papa Theo's vintage look range today!