Decorating Trend - Gold

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Gold was historically regarded as the most valuable metal all around the world. We used gold coins to do business for centuries, created beautiful gold jewelry to show off our status, and kings and queens built entire monuments with gold in an effort to outshine each other. The use of gold in interior decorating has an equally long history. Every era has seen different ways we use gold in our lives. Today we still love this shiny metal more than anything and want to have it in our lives in as many ways as possible. What better way to feel the glamour of gold than surrounding yourself with gold-inspired furnishings?   

 Just like all other elements in interior decorating, how we use gold-themed elements to decorate our space can either give off either a trendy and stylish vibe or make it look dated. In this post I will focus on my favorite ways of using gold in decorating today.
In traditional, contemporary or eclectic decor gold can be used effectively. My principle for any metallic and shiny element is less is more and minimal is glamorous.
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Ceramic side table Metallic Decor That Adds Subtle Sparkle to Your Interior






Gold-themed decor accessories



Lighting
 Gold Perforated Pendant Light

Pillows

            Majestic Pillow I Z Gallerie


       Beaded Medallion Lumbar Pillow I Pier One    

You might have noticed that I like gold in smaller doses and prefer a more muted version.  Gold is more commonly used with white but for real drama combine it with black. 

Until next time. Happy Decorating!

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  1. Judy BisayaMarch 31, 2013 at 2:33 PM

    Hi Kiki,

    I love gold too. You shared a lot of great ideas and inspiration in your blog. This is priceless. Thank you for sharing.

    If you have the time, I would like to invite you to our Linkin with my Ladies Blog Hop going on right now.

    Also, my Pin It Monday Hop just opened. This is a Pinterest party.

    Happy Easter!


    Judy
    http://www.pursuitoffunctionalhome.com/
    http://www.kusinaniinday.blogspot.com/



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    1. Studio KikiMarch 31, 2013 at 3:28 PM

      Hi Judy, Glad you liked my post. I will check out your events and hopefully stay in touch.

      Cheers!

      Kiki

      http://decorate-ed.blogspot.ca
      http://kikisdecor.blogspot.ca

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