Victorian Design

Long live the queen – Victorian Decor

Victorian design is representative of the spread of wealth and opulence experienced in Britain and other parts of the world in the second half of the 19th century during the long rein of Queen Victoria.

The Victorian era influenced a wide range of design disciplines such as architecture, clothing, industrial, and during its later period, the ladies-of-the-times approach to interior decorating. It is feminine influenced late Victorian decorating that has found permanence, remains strong into modern times and without doubt, will find a place of future prominence.

An expression of worth

Victorian decorating provides an opportunity to unwind without the constraint and discipline attached to some of the other popular decorating styles.

Every empty surface and space throughout the home begs to be included. As things of value could be accumulated, they had to be displayed –one’s position and interests in life were placed not only for observation but for discussion. Use this as your inspiration while remembering we’re not talking about “anything goes”.

There are guidelines on tastefulness, color correctness, and appropriateness applicable to the Victorian period which you will be trying to replicate.

Correct use of Victorian Colours

Color selection is almost always the starting point for every decorating style. Your colors will make the most immediate impression. Victorian decorating makes use of many pallets.

Color choice is probably more outspoken than in any other style concept. Avoid falling into trap of finding a color to go with what you’ve got. Just because the possibilities are many, don’t think careful consideration to individual color choices you will use at the outset has little impact upon the accomplishment of success in the over-all project.

You will want to chose your colors with a clear idea of some of the other elements you plan to draw into the project.

Deep, rich color distinguishes the importance of a room. The foyer, parlour and dinning room being most important because they are most seen by visitors and guests.

Just which deep colors to use depend upon other additions. Lots of dark mahogany trim and furnishings show best with deep greens. Blue works well with silver and pewter adornments. Lightening up on the tones might be needed where natural light is low or where intricate oriental rugs and tapestries are planned for hallways.

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