OK everyone, if you're not scrambling to get your home ready for the holidays I am massively jealous!
I find around this time every year I try to finish all the design updates and details Ive been putting off for the past 10 months all while preparing for hosting during the holidays. It's a hectic time, but every year I love it. I get to experiment with new looks and new pieces to update the space that surprise and delight my guests as well as myself.
However, design updates often are expensive and can make a dent in the bank account, especially at a time when we need not dent anything!
Because of this I find myself often searching for thrifty replacements for often expensive items. More often than not, you and you alone are the only one who knows if its a splurge or a save, but the extra money you save can go towards other important things this holiday season.
We are going to break down the beautiful dining room decor in the above image from the Architectural Design DC Design House and give you some splurge options on gorgeous dining room furniture and lighting, as well as some thrifty save pieces are just as beautiful and functional.
Let's start with the SPLURGE pieces!
A gorgeous extendable, stone wash dining table with traditional trestle legs sets the perfect stage for a relaxed, rustic dining area. The extendable feature is perfect for the holidays since you may or may not have to squeeze in an extra few guests who show up without an rsvp...
Tradiitonal linen antique pine dining chairs with nailhead detailing are always in style, and pair perfectly with this rustic modern look. Choosing chairs without arms can be helpful again when you might have an extra guest or two.
Finally choosing the right, pendant chandelier can make or break the look. This bronze, multi light pendant with mason jar shades has tons of detail and style without taking over the entire space.
Now let's check out the amazing SAVE options!
This post and rail dining table is made of 100% reclaimed pine and is a great substitute for a more detailed table. The natural materials and finish of the table make it look rich and expensive while the simple shape and legs help shave off costs.
These beige chairs are almost a near match for our splurge option, but come with a price tag of about half. This may be due to durability, but if you're on a "save year" these chairs are going to be perfect for the few years they'll be used before they're swapped out again for a new design look.
Finally, this bronze edison bulb multi light pendant is a streamlined and stripped down alternative to the splurge pendant, however the edison bulbs add character and give you a cool, fresh look for less.
So - are you going to SPLURGE or SAVE on your dining room decor this holiday season?
Image Source: Architectural Digest