Vive La France!

Ooh La La! We have come over all French this week at The Furniture Market as we have been taking a look at the elegant and refined Parisian styles that have hit the interior design world this season. With opulent fabrics, furnishings and decor, Parisian interiors simply ooze glamour and sophistication and create the perfect blend of timeless, renaissance styling and functional modern day living.

The key to an opulent and chic Parisian interior is the perfect partnership between furnishings and decor. Sumptuous muted tones and period colours are seamlessly used across the furniture, fabrics and walls to create a feeling of luxury, city glamour.

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The traditional colour palette for a sumptuous Parisian interior features dusky, period tones such as blacks and greys, vintage whites and classic blues, greens and reds that create a soft and cosy feel that oozes flamboyance and richness. These base colour tones are often accompanied by golds, silvers and bronze to intensify the grandiosity of this interior style. Baroque style wallpapers and lavish floral patterns can be used to accentuate a feature wall or why not choose a contemporary twist on the Parisian theme with a bold, Paris inspired wallpaper that will create a wow factor in any interior.

In any French interior fabrics, textiles and accessories take centre stage and create a sense of stateliness and splendor that is characteristic of  the Parisian interior trend. Rich colours and patterns are usually found on bedding, cushions, chairs and curtains with heavy drapes, swags and tassels being a prominent feature; particularly in living areas and bedrooms.

If this grand and somewhat over the top look is simply not for you then you can bring this glamorous style into the 21st Century by using bold and bright colours or monochrome decor. Try adding some Parisian printed bedding, throws and curtains or use simple French artwork, mirrors and lamps to add an air of Paris to your home interior.

Furniture and accessories will add the finishing touch to any Parisian style interior. Sumptuous seating is the perfect way to add a refined elegance to your interior space whilst providing practicality and functionality for you and your guests. Combined with fabulous fabrics, cushions and rugs it will create an area of finery and relaxation.

Lighting was a feature addition in all traditional Parisian interiors. Grand chandeliers or contemporary chrome recreations can be hung centrally in your chosen room to create an illuminating and eye-catching centrepiece in your interior. Lamps and candlesticks also create a complimentary ambiance, creating a fluid uniformity of colour and function.

For the finest French interior furniture designs check out our French Furniture Collections and treat yourself to some classic and enchanting period designs.