Decorating
Sometimes small gestures can mean so much, and the same is true when styling to hone in on what it is you truly love.
Start small.
The what
Determining your personal style can seem like a big ask — but you don’t have to define your interior aesthetic in its entirety. Instead, flex your curatorial muscles on smaller vignettes that provide a low-risk opportunity to play. When choosing what to include, shop intentionally, yet leave room for the fun of spontaneous finds in unexpected places. Items from craft markets and thrift stores can combine beautifully with investment treasures to create collections that are uniquely you, so just be guided by what makes your heart sing.
The where
Another bonus of starting small is it means you can begin now; it’s micro-redecorating — no major decisions, commitments or paint charts required. All you need is a surface — sideboard, mantelpiece, you name it. Casting your eye over your vignette each time you pass by will bring beauty to your everyday and inspire you to mull over your aesthetic preferences for larger projects.
The how
No strong theme for a vignette? No worries — miscellaneous assortments are more intriguing anyway. One key to mastering an interesting mix is blending ornamental pieces with functional ones, such as candles, jugs and trays. Aim to juxtapose scale, height, material, shape and purpose, telling stories of your life and loves in each arrangement. Add flowers or foliage for their form and fragrance — a single bloom or branch is all it takes.