Mixing patterns, prints, textures and fabrics is all about taking risks. Like I've said before, pairing totally different styles or elements together adds interest and character to a room. You don't necessarily have to make a huge color contrast with your prints. You can go light and subtle. Or you can do the complete opposite, which will add different dimensions and reflect more bustling decor elements! ( I would personally take this route because I like more gutsy and obvious design, which is what most of these images consist of.)
This last image is a quite serene and peaceful combination of prints and fabrics. A great example of subdued mixing. But even with the patterned wood flooring, it adds more depth.
I just can't think of a better way to design a room with a more delivering personality!
Love the mixture of the turqoise and red--that coral pillow really pops! :)
It's so much fun to mix it up...The first image is stunning.
I would love to say I know how to mix and match patterns but i just dont have th eye for it. :(
These pattern/texture mixtures are great!! Reminds me of the design of the 60s. I have this sweet Doubleday Interior Decorating book I neeeed to blog about soon!
You gave me some great ideas for my new apartment! Love the patterns and colors. Brilliant!
So happy to have found your blog :)
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Beautiful inspiration pictures! LOVE the bed in the last pic - it's gorgeous!
Beautiful inspiration photos....I am loving that last pic....it is dripping with antique eclectic elegance...LOVE.
I agree, these are wonderful photos to show how mixing patterns and textures works perfectly
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i love the room with the pink pouf but being married doesnt lend itself easily to hot pink!
what a great set of photos- I am so happy to find your blog- since it made me happy.
Oh I agree Drew!! I do love the next to last bedroom, the rug is fab! I do like to mix it up without too many busy patterns!
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Karena
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I feel like I talk until I'm blue in the face about how "it doesn't have to *match*...it just has to *go*"...for some reason, it is a SUPER hard concept for people! These are pretty much the best examples *EVER*...I can't even pick a favorite, they are all so awesome...but that little b&w table is a stunna...(c:
I love mixing and using different patterns. Sometimes I don't think they go so I am still learning...some great ideas here! I love the nautical room! I've recently come across your blog and I love...a new follower!!!
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Loving the prints + texture. Makes for such unique looks! And of course I'm loving the colors!
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I looovve that bed in the last picture. What an awesome idea for a DIY project!
-Emmy
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I love mixing patterns together - it always makes decorating and even getting dressed more fun! If you like something together even if it doesn't 'match' why not?
Love the last picture - the fabric on the bed is such a great idea!
I have always dreamed of a wood floor like that. I love mixing pattern and texture, but that wood floor really makes the room. Beautiful post!
abby
I love all the bright colors! I can't even pick a favorite!!
I love mixing and matching but feel it takes a true talent to pull it just right! These are all gorgeous!
o fun! i love that last photo! i love the idea of mixing patterns but it can be a little scary... i need to get over that :0 xoxo jillian:: cornflake dreams
Great ideas! I've not quite mastered the art of mixing and matching but I'm getting better!
Becca
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The turquoise and coral in the first set of pics is to die for!
those blue chairs are absolutely lovely!
Oh I just love that turquoise chair in the first picture! So lovely! I need to learn how to mix and match patterns and textures like this :)
Really great examples of this concept! Now I just need to follow through in my own apartment. Somehow I always tend towards the neutrals...
Love this! I adore patterns & prints mixed together. I think it is so fun! And if it's done correctly & not too crazily, I think it looks very chic! Love your blog! :)
You did such a gorgeous job with all of these prints and fabrics! Everything is so beautiful!
I LOVED this post!
I love all of these! Especially the top right.
xo lamb loves
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