Monday, August 23, 2010

Chinoiserie on the brain...

i'm a lover of Chinoiserie {if you can't tell from my home}, but now that i'm on the hunt for some affordable and authentic looking Chinoiserie wallpaper for a few clients i'm really obsessing. i love how versatile it is~ it's elegant enough for a formal, traditional home. it's bold enough for a modern space with sleek or simple furniture. and it's the perfect background for an eclectic, mixed space.

i have yet to find any bargains when it comes to getting a wallpaper that looks like the real deal {most of them are handpainted} but i've been soaking up the inspiration in my search! i'll let you know what i find!
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10 comments:

  1. Stephanie SabbeAugust 23, 2010 at 5:57 PM

    I visited a project on park ave that one of my friends designed and it had the most amazing chinoiserie wall paper in the 2 story foyer...amazing

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  2. KathysueAugust 23, 2010 at 6:52 PM

    Oh please do let us know. I am right their with you. I am looking for my entry hall and I keep running into beautiful papers by Gracie or deGournay, both waaaaay out of my budget but that is the look I love. Ho-hum!! If I find anything I will let you know and I will keep my fingers crossed that you find something and let me know,Kathysue

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  3. Hello Lover...August 23, 2010 at 9:51 PM

    So pretty - I can't even pick a favorite I love them all so much! I wish I had full walls to paper an entryway!

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  4. Gramercy HomeAugust 24, 2010 at 2:09 AM

    Gorgeous. I can't get over the first image. I'm in love with a wallpaper. I may need help!

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  5. SarahAugust 24, 2010 at 3:30 AM

    So true! it is versatile and the photos you post show that...I would love to paper a room with this pattern...even a small powder room to make it elegant...:))

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  6. ashlina {the decorista}August 24, 2010 at 3:55 AM

    best. post. ever! oh you touched my soul. xo

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  7. maresias encantadasAugust 24, 2010 at 3:59 AM

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  8. UnknownAugust 24, 2010 at 4:05 AM

    Love it.
    Tender and sweet.

    http://www.flickr.com/photos/koreslokas/3097250817/in/set-72157605836493661/

    Maybe painted?

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  9. samiaAugust 24, 2010 at 11:25 PM

    I am rather new to it.. and it is not exactly my style.. but the pictures you posted are amazing.. especially using them in a modern setting.. the wooden staircase and the beautiful lamp over the dining table.. beautiful..

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  10. SHERRY HARTAugust 26, 2010 at 1:38 AM

    Hmmm, I may need an intervention after all those beautiful papers.

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