February is a short month but let’s make the most of it with love and cozy winter nights. We are sharing 8 tips to the secret of amour in your home.
1. Soft Color Palette
The subtle implementation of a new color palette can make your space feel warm and inviting. Start small by incorporating color with a couple accent pillows, blankets, fresh roses, a tray of candles and maybe some antique books, and you’ll begin to see how soft, romantic colors will emerge and elevate the overall space.
2. Textural Pillows
Use varying textures such as velvets, luxurious cottons, chunky knitted fabrics, woven fabrics in a warp and weft pattern to create depth and warmth in your living or bedroom. You can also throw in a traditional fabric like a damask or linen ruffled floral to add some charm.
3. Soft Blankets
Nothing makes you feel more safe and cozy within your space than wrapping yourself up in a plush blanket. We suggest this Luxe Faux Fur Throw from Pottery Barn or this Shiny Chenille Throw Blanket from Target.
4. Candle Glow
Illuminate your room with the soft ambient glow of candles. The smell of scented candles stimulates the part of our brain that is associated with our memories and emotions and can positively affect our emotional state and relationships. Rather than turning the TV on after a hard day at work, light a collection of candles and watch your evening change. We love this Farmhouse White Mini Heart Dough Bowl candle by Southern Peach Candle Co. For more beautiful and fragrant candles visit her website.
5. Ambient Lighting
Nothing takes the romance out of a room like bright sterile fluorescent light. Add a few layers of light to your space with ambient and accent lighting and always use dimmer switches for an instant romantic glow. Sit down with a cup of tea and browse through the vintage lighting options on Etsy.
6. Loveseat Lounging
Adding a loveseat, settee or bench to the end of your bed is not only a charming place to cuddle with your partner or pet, but can add architecture and structure to your bedroom. We recommend adding a few toss pillows and a blanket in soft fabrics such as chenilles, velvets, and fur. We adore this GDF Studio Megan Classical Tufted Loveseat.
7. Mood Setting Music
“Let’s Fall In Love” by Ella Fitzgerald. Curate a collection of songs on your playlist from Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Ella Fitzgerald for an elegant evening.
8. Fresh Flowers
Bring life, color and romance into your space with fresh flowers. We love roses, tulips and hydrangeas. Look for bouquets with soft tones of pink, white and be generous with eucalyptus in every bouquet.