Inspiration in White: Bathrooms

You know what..I have never done a post about bathroom inspiration....at least I could not find one! I am going to redo my bathroom this winter and I am looking for some new ideas. I am pretty sure how I want it to look with grey and white tones and a grey wood vanity with a marble countertop, but I love looking for fresh ideas and there are so many gorgeous bathrooms on Pinterest. I wish I had a huge space but I have a rather small main bathroom so it will need to make a statement! It is so fun to have a big tub and a walk in shower like some of the photos below. So dreamy and romantic aren't they? What would your dream bathroom look like?

Enjoy!

Trudy

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Crystal Chandeliers

What I like about crystal chandeliers is....well there is not much I don't like about crystal chandeliers (I like all chandeliers in general and have posted about them before HERE and HERE)....but what I find interesting is how they go in any space from formal and more contemporary to modern and vintage. I love them best when they are incorporated in the most unexpected decor. I mean you expect to see them in a more traditional home or with a shabby chic style but when they are in a very rustic home or used in a more industrial space with other industrial lighting, I am always delighted with the contrast. It is also great to see them used in an unusual area of the house like the pool cabana below. Love that extra touch of glamour!

(Great quality Endon Lighting chandeliers are available from Mail Order Lighting)

 

Enjoy!

Trudy

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Inspiration in White: Oversize Chandeliers

There are so many incredible lighting alternatives for every different style of home. I have a board on Pinterest for lighting and I just love some of the new simple industrial lights that are available.....BUT my first love is, and always will be, crystal chandeliers. One of the first posts I ever did on my blog was about chandeliers and mirrors here..

The best way to do a crystal chandelier is oversize..and by this I mean a real statement in the room..not a little one over the dining room table. The effect one of these large chandeliers can have in a room is amazing! The reflection and sparkle it can bring is like nothing else...

Enjoy!

Trudy

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You can never have too many chandeliers (or mirrors)!

This is what I would say to friends and colleagues as we travelled around the country (US and Canada) for our work. As part of my job (at the time) I would go to other stores in New York, LA, Chicago, Toronto and find great display ideas. Well, I love to shop for just about anything but I have a serious love for chandeliers and lamps. Even when I would go on vacation I had to come back with a chandelier. Now, this posed many challenges...how were we going to get that big chandelier on the plane from say..Paris or Nice or Los Angeles. My husband at times was ready to pull his hair out but, when we managed to get that chandelier home and placed in the perfect spot, he admired my persistance at getting my beloved find into our home!

I love the way a chandelier adds warmth and elegance to a room and I love all types from traditional to contemporary.

I am sure I will do many posts about this subject but for now I will share a few photos of some great ones I found!

PS: I will share a few photos of some of my own soon with the back story as well! Send me some photos of yours too!

I love the mix of styles here with this elegant chandelier and the rustic wood table.

Just wow! Not just a gorgeous chandelier in a kitchen but that mirror!

So cool.

This look is amazing with the fur on the chair. What do you think?

Not sure if it is beads or shells but I like it!

 Photo from At Home in Arkansas

Give me anything from Restoration Hardware and I am happy!

Enjoy!

Trudy

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