Mary Welch, Kansas Realtor, Harper County Kansas Real Estate
Whether you call it French Country or Country French, it has definitely caught my attention and has become my most favorite decorating style of all times. I have recently been pouring over magazines studying this style and what I think has made it catch my eye is that there always seems to be the color red in each room. Those of you who know me, know that red is my color of choice. Whether I am decorating or choosing what I wear, red seems to be my signature color.
When you think of the French countryside, you're sure to see lavendar fields and bright sunshine. While there are many elements that contribute to the French Country style of decorating, the resulting look is always rustic, old-world, and welcoming. The look fits well into both country houses and elegant, old chateaux. The French Country style of decorating, with its warm and casual feel will fit beautifully into your home as well.
Colors used to decorate in the French Country style come from the full spectrum of the color wheel. Sunny yellow and soft gold, firey red and burnt rust, bright grass green and dark hunter green, cobalt blue and soft ocean tones -- all these are found in this wonderful decorating style.
The French Country style of decorating also lends itself well to the holidays, which are fast approaching. Take away all of your daily decor items and replace them easily with Christmas reds, greens, off whites and even silver holiday items.
Enjoy your home and the best way to enjoy it is to define your style and play it up. Have fun.