Parisian Interiors ~

…make my heart beat!
The thought of an elegantly decorated Paris apartment brings thoughts of beauty and romance.  
Rooms with high ceilings and fabulous architectural detail. Tall windows opening to a balcony of ornate wrought iron railing overlooking a quaint street or River Seine.
Parisian decorating style ranges through many periods, including Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical. Contemporary Parisian apartments incorporate art deco, Mediterranean, old world and cabaret influences.  
Rich jewel colours intermingled with white and neutral tones… touches of gilt perfectly complement paneled walls.
Fashion Designer Cordelia de Castellane Paris apartment

On my lustlist is patterned chevron floors along with ornate, marble fireplaces.  They make me swoon every time. 

Fashion Designer Erin Featherston Paris apartment

Yards of lustrous velvet, damask and shimmering silk are often incorporated, along with beautifully upholstered furniture with dressmaker details and carved legs. 
 

I love the venetian mirrors in Coco Chanel’s Paris apartment

My personal favourite ~ the chandelier!  Rows and rows of glimmering crystals to add glamour to any room…

Wishing you a lovely weekend!  xoxo, B
photos via tumblr, Veranda, Elle Decor and Pintrest

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5 Comments

  • Reply High Heeled Life February 25, 2011 at 8:00 pm

    All of these photos warm my heart … But Erin Featherston's livingroom has me dreaming ..Happy week-end my friend..xo HHL

  • Reply Paris Pastry February 26, 2011 at 3:27 am

    Ooh la la! These interios are what Parisian dreams are made of. So beautiful!!

  • Reply Castles Crowns and Cottages February 26, 2011 at 4:03 am

    Good morning dearest B.!!! Oh, the colors, the subtle colors and TEXTURES make my heart sing here! Just adding a bit of velvet in the landscape of a room makes it quiet, romantic and a retreat to reflect and dream….oh how I love FRENCH!!! Bonne journee et bon weekend!! Bises, Anita

  • Reply Couture Carrie February 26, 2011 at 6:39 am

    Such gorgeous spaces!
    Love that chandelier!

    xoxox,
    CC

  • Reply The Glamorous Gourmet February 26, 2011 at 4:26 pm

    Gorgeous photos! Thanks for sharing:)

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