When you read my blog you will often read the word, simple, or simplicity describing a look, or feel of a room that I admire.
If I had to zero in on one look that I enjoy it would be understated, or simple elegance.
Design is subjective and what is simple to one, might be too complicated to another.
Today I want to share with you what I feel is Simple Elegance and how I define it…..
Nothing overstated here, classic pieces in a simple setting, Simple elegance.
Clean lines, neutrals, nice textural interest. Simple yet quietly elegant.
Strong
, distinct contrast with the black and white as well as the more
contemporary settee with the traditional wallpaper, and chandelier. Not
overstated, just simply elegant.
I love every single element in this space. Each piece speaks equally in this room.
There
is balance, a nice mix of colors and textures. Wonderful contrast in
the styles of furniture and the sconces and the chandelier. This room is
quiet and simply elegant.
This
is one of my all time favorite rooms. It has some very traditional
pieces, symmetry, texture, contrast with dark and light. This room
exudes simple elegance to me.
A few of the buzz words I used in writing this post that seem to be what makes a room feel simply elegant to me are:
- CLASSIC LINES
- TRADITIONAL AND CLASSIC PIECES
- TEXTURAL INTEREST
- SYMMETRY
- CLEAN LINES
- HIGH CONTRAST IN COLOR, LIGHTS AND DARKS
- BALANCE
- CONTRAST IN STYLES OF PIECES IN THE ROOM
Is Simple Elegance a style that you enjoy and try to achieve in your own surroundings?
15 comments:
You've done a great job describing what simple elegance means to you, Kathysue. If you can pinpoint your own unique decorating style and why you love it, it makes the decorating process much easier.
Great post!
~ Wendi
Love this Post Kathysue.
Everything is SIMPLY ELEGANT !
Gorgeous and yes neutral and laid-back beautiful, Kathysue! The first image takes me away!
Happy Monday.
Teresa
xoxo
Love simple elegance!! Definitely the style I want for my clients and myself. Have a wonderful week, Kathysue!
xo
L
yes to simple elegance.......most days. others, i love a full collected look. oh to have a second home!
xo
debra
Absolutely. Sometimes the simpliest things are the most elegant, less is more and you have nailed it with this beautiful post.
In more ways than one! Our mother always said that elegance is not in the quantity but in the quality and a few great pieces can go a long way. Thanks for starting our week off with off in such a pretty way!
xxoo
C + C
This is exactly how I am feeling these days. I want to get rid of all the clutter and live with a simple design.
Great post...seems to reflect the way a lot of people are leaning these days, including me! ;)
I love simple elegance too, especially the last picture of just an all-white chair with a straw basket of purple flowers. Are they stock? Simple and elegant and easy on the eyes!
Simple Elegance is exactly my taste and style.
Wonderful post. I'll be pinning a few of these spaces ~ I like the black and white (contrast) as well, and the contemporary settee with the wallpaper.
Happy Monday!
xxleslie
Beautiful post, Kathysue! That photo of the black and white staircase is one of my favorites!! Simple elegance is such a beautiful style!
Hope you have a wonderful day!
It's definitely my favorite look and what I always try to achieve (not always successfully). Gorgeous images...
Yes...I agree to everyone of those pictures....we are soul mates...classic, clean and simple.
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