How to Infuse Rococo Elegance into Your Bedroom
Have you ever gotten lost looking at the architectural grandeur of the Palace of Versailles? Are you in love with the sumptuous gowns that the noble French women of the 17th century would wear? Do you want to transform your bedroom into one they would feel right at home in? Then this is the blog for you. The Rococo era of architecture, clothing, art, and decor is characterized by the extravagance that could be seen in the upper echelons of society in France. It's no wonder that many are drawn to this aesthetic and want to replicate it for their bedroom. However, it can be intimidating to begin a project like this.
The Rococo style is so extravagant that it feels like there's a ton of steps to reach something similar to what you see in photos. Worry not, in this blog, we will show you how to create a bedroom that is inspired by the elegance of the Rococo era!
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Create a Royal Rococo Color Palette
When you look up Rococo architecture and clothing, you'll see a lot of colors in use. Reds, blues, pinks, and greens all feature heavily in Rococo design. One color that is absolutely mandatory is gold.
If you want your bedroom to have that signature Rococo overindulgence, you definitely need gold. You need to incorporate it in your furniture, your clothing, and your decor. Adding this, along with the other design features we will discuss later in this blog, will create the perfect Rococo bedroom look.
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Sleep Like a Queen in a Royal Bed Frame
To make a grand impression, get a grand looking bed frame. The headboard you have should have an ornate carved design and be lined or made from a gold-like material preferably. Ideally, the bed frame should also have bedposts to make it feel more royal.
Another thing you should look into if you want an even more over the top Rococo look is a canopy. A bed canopy with curtains is the best choice when going for a Rococo look. Not only does this give extra privacy, but you get an extravagant Rococo look along with it. Be sure that the design on the canopy also has some gold in it!
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Feel the Rococo Fantasy in The Right Bedding Set
To go along with the overindulgent and over the top Rococo theme, your bedding should match that vibe. Stick with the color palette that you chose and look for more extravagant designs when searching for bedding sets.
Look for things like:
- Ruffles
- Bows
- Ruching
- Floral patterns
- Lace
Be sure when looking for your bedding that you consider matching pillowcases and blankets! It creates a cohesive and stylish look for your Rococo room.
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Rich Materials and Textiles that are fit for a Queen
We want a rich and royal feeling bedroom, so pay attention to the fabrics that your bedding is made up of! Color can only take you halfway. So, you need the right textures and fabric to truly create a royal Rococo look!
Here are some suggestions of what to be on the lookout for:
- Velvet
- Silk
- Gold thread
- Organza
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Extravagant Furniture for a Extravagant Lady
Your furniture should definitely match the extravagance that your bedding has in order to create the perfect Rococo look! Like everything else in your room, the furniture should be extravagant and preferably lined made up of a gold-like material.
Commonly, Rococo furniture and decor would feature a lot of religious symbolism like cherubs and angels. Along with religious symbols, floral filigree is also a very common design motif within furniture. So, when looking for furniture, keep these design motifs in mind!
Need some ideas of furniture to include in your room? Here a couple suggestions to get you started:
- Vanity
- Side Table
- Lamp
- Chandelier
- Coffee table
- Wardrobe
Rococo Decor to Complete the Look!
When it comes to decor, you want to follow the same rules that your furniture follows. Ornate design with a lot of rich looking materials. A good place to shop for Rococo items are antique stores, thrift stores, estate sales, and online shops.
Some rococo decor items to consider are:
- Candelabras
- Mirrors
- Paintings
- Curtains
- Clocks
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Conclusion
Thank you for reading our blog! We hope that this plug has helped inspire you to create your Rococo inspired bedroom and that you have a good idea of what your room is going to look like. When it comes to creating a Rococo air Inspired Room, Always go for more. more Ruffles, more bows, more gold, more pearls, more jewels, etc. etc. Extravagance to find this particular era, so keep that in mind when shopping. As a final tip, if you're someone that is more visual, it's a good idea to create the mood board for yourself using something like Pinterest to gather all your ideas in one place.
Summary: We explore how you can create an extravagant Rococo inspired room! We'll start by picking out our colors before moving on to creating the perfect Rococo bedding! Then, we'll deck out or bedroom with the perfect Rococo furniture and decor!
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