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The glamour style continues to enjoy great popularity. What’s behind its appeal? In which rooms does it work best? We’ll show you how to incorporate this style into your home.
The glamour style is versatile, making it a great fit for both a stylish house and a modern apartment. Read the article to find out where this style came from and what defines it. Want to go for this look? See what rules you need to follow!
Glamour Style—What Defines It?
Before you start designing interiors in the glamour style, familiarize yourself with its distinctive features. What do you need to know about this interior design style?
When and where did the glamour style originate?
This style began to develop in the United States in the 1930s. During Hollywood’s golden age, thanks to the biggest stars of world cinema, it quickly gained popularity around the world. The glamour style in the homes of celebrities such as Jean Harlow and Audrey Hepburn became an inspiration for many people.
Famous advocates aren’t the whole story. Perhaps Americans—and, following their lead, people in other parts of the world—wouldn’t have been so enamored with this style if it weren’t for the fact that the ubiquitous minimalism had already become tiresome. And elegant knickknacks transformed ordinary, boring interiors into stately rooms worthy of movie stars.
Glamour Style in a Nutshell
Much has been written about this style, but it can be summed up most simply in four words:
- glitz;
- charm;
- elegance;
- opulence.
Now that you know what sets it apart, it’s time to dive into the details and explore some examples of glamour-inspired interior designs for a 21st-century home.
How do you decorate an apartment in the glamour style?
When designing a glamorous interior, you must remember that there’s a fine line between luxury and kitsch. How can you avoid crossing it?
The general rules for decorating in this style are fairly simple. Remember to exercise restraint and don’t be afraid of contrasts. Try to pair shiny items with matte ones. Combine truly baroque-style accessories with simple, classic furniture, so the interior won’t overwhelm you with its opulence.
The glamour style favors colors like silver and gold above all else. These can work wonderfully as accents on furniture, doors, or mirrors. When using them, follow two rules. First—don’t overdo it with the number of such accents. Second—make sure the decorations are smaller but of higher quality. Imitations are the worst choice you can make.
A Glamour-Style Living Room. How to Decorate It?
The glamour style is most commonly found in living rooms. Why? Because here, comfort is important on one hand, and the interior’s elegant, impressive character is important on the other. What do you need to do to make the design wow your guests? Find out!
How to decorate a living room in the glamour style?
A glamorous living room should be characterized by an eclectic style, elegance, and luxury. Shiny fabrics and wallpapers with Baroque-style ornaments play an important role in such an interior. These are complemented by understated, classic doors with subtle yet eye-catching decorations, such as a silver doorknob.
The most important pieces of glamour furniture for the living room are:
- an elegant armchair upholstered in soft plush;
- a sofa or a tufted couch;
- a coffee table with a glass top;
- a table with richly decorated legs.
What glamour-style accessories can you choose for your living room?
In the glamour style, small accessories play a very important role. You can opt for a mirror with a massive frame or a beautiful porcelain vase. A living room decorated in this style also needs plenty of pillows and decorations made from materials like velour or velvet. Plush fabrics work great, too.
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A Glamour-Style Bedroom
The opulence typical of this style also works perfectly in bedrooms. Once you know the general principles of glamour interior design, you’ll do just fine.
Remember that color schemes are important in this type of interior, as they’ll help you unwind more easily. Opt for light colors in the bedroom. White, pink, and beige—these colors work best here. More intense colors are allowed for accessories, such as pillows or rugs. Here, you can go for burgundy or purple; bottle green also works well.
Furniture and Accessories for a Glamorous Bedroom
What kind of furniture and accessories work best in a bedroom decorated in this style? Pieces that make the space feel both elegant and cozy. A stylish bed, draped with an elegant bedspread and adorned with decorative pillows made of shimmering fabrics, or quilted ottomans—these are the elements that will help you create a glamorous bedroom.
In this type of interior design, cabinets and bedside lamps also play a very important role. A small crystal wall sconce or a floor lamp next to the bed will be both functional and aesthetically pleasing. A shimmering base, a stylish lampshade, and a simple form—glamorous bedroom lamps like these are becoming increasingly popular.
An elegant and luxurious bathroom? It’s easy!
Finishing a bathroom in the glamour style will be a bit more of a challenge, as features like durability and functionality are paramount in this space. Does that mean you have to sacrifice elegance? No!
Shimmering bathroom tiles are the foundation of a glamorous bathroom design. Take advantage of rich patterns and combine light and dark elements. Combining black and white tiles yields excellent results, and you can also achieve an interesting contrast by mixing different textures or patterns.
In a smaller bathroom, opt for light colors and furniture, which will be given a touch of chic by glamorous accents. It doesn’t take much. A minimalist vanity cabinet can impress with a beautiful handle, and a bathtub with an elegant faucet. An ornate mirror, a crystal chandelier, or a lamp—these are the accessories that will easily transform your bathroom into a luxurious space.
Glamour Style—Sample Products from Barański Drzwi
To ensure the glamour style in your interiors truly captivates, be sure to choose the right doors as well. What should you go for? Barański Drzwi offers a wide selection of options for glamour-style interiors.
The DB152 exterior door from the Retro Line combines classic design with a manor-house style. High quality, small glass panels, and decorative accents make this model a showpiece for any glamour-style home. Can you afford larger glass panels in your exterior doors? Check out the DB151 model. Thanks to high-quality materials and modern technology, these doors are also functional and durable.
What about interior doors? If privacy is important to you, choose the Retro C.1 door. Here, classic design and decorative moldings take center stage. The Classic C.1 model will suit spaces like the living room. It combines classic decorations with a modern frame finish. In a glamour-style living room, this combination will work perfectly.
The glamour style requires you to carefully select furniture and accessories. The interior should exude luxury, but not ostentation. If you stick to the main guidelines, you’ll achieve wonderful results.
