I don't remember the first time I saw this lavender-accented living room, but I remember immediately loving it. It belongs to and was decorated by stylist, TV producer, and blogger, Ana Antunes, who lives here with her family. While it has a very Southern feel, they actually live in Lisbon, Portugal.
Let's take a closer look at how she put it together and why it works.
The pale robin's egg blue walls are soft and pretty and act as a slightly tinted neutral, thanks to the high ceilings and tall windows which seem to let in ample light. It's a subtle backdrop that lends just enough differentiation to set off the glossy white furniture and contrast with the bright aqua accessories.
While the chevron, zebra, and ikat prints provide strong pattern, they are done in monochromatic colorways to keep things simple. Those bold graphics, along with the clean lines of the furniture, are then softened with more feminine silhouettes like the French fauteuil and scalloped mirror.
Probably, what appeals to me most is the infusion of lavender. If you take a moment to study the image, you'll see that a little lavender goes a long way. The white chaise is topped with lavender seat and back cushions piped in white. Then, on the console, there's a lavender table lamp dressed with a mauve-y, lavender lamp shade. And that's it. With the inclusion of those two elements alone, the room goes from white and blue, to blue and lavender.
Are you ready to infuse some lavender into your room? Remember, all it takes is an accent or two. Use a lavender lamp shade accent color and a pair of pillows. After that, the merest hint is all you need, like the pretty lilac votive candle.
Start with a chevron rug, like Antune's, add a white sofa and accent table, some elements that shine, like mirrored tables and crystal chandelier, then sprinkle in some vibrant turquoise art and accessories.
Shopping guide:
1. Meridian Cut Corner Bronze Mirrror 2. African Violet Anya Table Lamp 3. White Ceramic Koi Fish Vase 4. Pewter Pineapple Lamp 5. White Lacquer Balbo Console Table 6. Calypso Crystal Bronze Chandelier 7. Sea Fan Art 8. Blue Lacquer Storage Box 9. Roux Mirrored Accent Table 10. Teal Chevron Rug 11. White Velvet Chaise Lounge 12. Purple Ikat Square Pillows 13. Eggshell Lattice Ceramic Accent Table 14. Faux Orchid in Ceramic Pot 15. Lavender & Chamomile Candle 16. Mallory Glass & Nickel Cocktail Table 17. Purple Ikat Lumbar Pillow
Image credit: Home Styling