I definitely don't think I have any one particular style of decorating but rather an eclectic mix of things that make me smile. However, I know that one of the styles I am most drawn to is Bohemian style - I always have been and it never gets old for me.
I was reading Courtney's blog recently, Golden Boys & Me, and she mentioned a book that piqued my interest right away - of course I had to hit up Amazon immediately and get it shipped to me asap!
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The book is written by Justina Blakeney, who has a blog called The Jungalow - such a cool style aesthetic Justina has!
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Her living room has such color and life and happiness scattered about - it just makes me smile to see it.
The book has a mix of many different homes with varying boho styles - I can't identify with just one style but rather with elements of each.
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Just check out that gorgeous Suzani coverlet - what gorgeous colors that brings into an otherwise sparse room.
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This loft spoke to me in so many ways - a NYC apartment always feels like home to me, of course, but this one in particular is just so warm and cozy with all the layers and textures and color.
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I think what draws me to the Boho style is the fact that anything goes. You fill your home with things that you love and somehow it all works together. You aren't trying to fit a particular style or trend...not trying to match everything just so....not trying to live up to someone else's ideal.
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It's just you, just home. Just your collections, your books, your plants, your life.
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There's no mold to fit into, no right or wrong. It's just whatever makes you happy and it can certainly be a mix of styles. This dining room is most definitely a mix of boho and farmhouse - and it works.
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It doesn't have to be over the top, full on hippie style. It can be elements of boho in a more neutral backdrop to keep it lively, like this living room.
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This living room is so tastefully done and yet absolutely feels boho chic. It's cozy, warm, welcoming, colorful - all the things that never go out of style.
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This room is definitely a little more dramatic with the green walls, layered mismatched rugs, and hanging rattan swing but isn't it fun? I would feel very comfortable visiting a friend here and sitting in that swing for ages with a glass of wine.
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The Boho in me definitely requires a ton of plants, a supply of candles and incense, and books, books, books!
The blend of styles, of new and old, of warmth and color is a design aesthetic that stands the test of time. If your home is well kept and well loved, it will show, and your guests will feel comfortable among your collected decor.
Do you have a little Boho in your home?
