Thursday, February 21, 2013

Decorate with a Stripe!

Share a dramatic decorating moment with a Stripe! – 
All you need to transform a room from “drab to fab”.
  
Versatile to the core, this workhorse simple pattern combines effortlessly with solids, florals and other graphics - enhancing classic, modern and whimsical decor.  

It is just a matter of how you use the stripes.

Add visual interest to all themes and styles.


With their strong visual interest, stripes have the power to reshape a space.  Vertically orientated stripes will draw the eye up, creating the illusion of more height.  On the other hand, horizontal stripes will encourage a side to side gaze, widening a room.

A Chevron Striped cushion creates a focal point on a sofa.

  
What colours do you use?.  The answer lies in the final effect you desire.  Create classic drama with bold contrasting colours in wide uniform stripes, e.g – black and white wallpaper will provide an impressive backdrop.  

For an elegant appeal, tone on tone stripes (almost monochromatic) will be more subtle.  Add a playful, whimsical vibe with multi-coloured thin stripes (e.g bright and beautiful in reds, oranges and limes).  However, take care here as too many colours can be rather jarring.


Black and white wallpaper makes a bold statement
 A striped accent can harmonise a busy space.  As this is a simple pattern, stripes interact with plains and other prints to ground the organic lines and unify the hues of the prints and plains.


A cheerful striped rug adds visual charm and unifies a theme.
 Consider using stripes on walls (via wallpaper or paint), rugs, lampshades, cushions, blinds, curtains, crockery, tablecloths, napery, occasional chairs.  A little goes a long way here so be careful not to overdo your enthusiasm.


Retro stripes add a funky vibe to these simple chairs!


Using stripes in napery brings your concept to life.



Of course we all know how fabulous stripes are in our outdoor entertainment areas (i.e – Warwick range).


With the amazing range of Warwick fabrics including choices such as Bondi, Wakiki & Calippo - your outdoor space is only limited by your imagination!  The Warwick range (and many others) available at Miraje Home. 

A blue and white stripe draws the eye.

Bold stripes and patterns add visual interest without overwhelming a room.


Thin or thick, vertical or horizontal, painterly or precise, soft and neutral, bright or bold, stripes are sure to refresh your space.