As I mentioned before, I recently went on a long weekend trip to Paris and I returned home inspired by Parisian decor, both interior and exterior. We looked at 9 Ways to Bring French and Parisian Interior Design to Your Home in a previous article, but we simply had to post another article containing ways to bring Paris to us, DIYonaBudget.com style! So without further ado, here we go!
Amazing Parisian inspired budget upgrades
- Repurpose flea market finds: Parisians love to shop at flea markets for unique, vintage pieces. Look for items such as vintage mirrors, antique frames, and quirky decorative objects to add to your home.
- Add a touch of glamour with metallic accents: French style often incorporates metallic elements such as gold or silver. Look for affordable metallic accessories such as vases, candle holders, or picture frames to add a touch of glamour to your home.
- Use luxurious textiles: Parisian homes often feature luxurious textiles such as velvet or silk. Add some throw pillows, a cozy blanket, or a decorative rug to add some warmth and texture to your space.
- Create a gallery wall: Displaying art is a key element of French design. Create a gallery wall with a mix of prints, photographs, and original art to add a touch of sophistication to your home. Remember to hang any picture frames properly.
- Embrace natural light: Parisians love to take advantage of natural light. Keep your curtains or blinds open during the day to let in as much light as possible.
- Incorporate vintage or antique furniture: Vintage and antique furniture can add a touch of elegance and history to your home. Look for pieces such as a vintage side table, an antique chair, or a rustic coffee table to add some character to your space.
- Use decorative objects to add interest: Parisians often use decorative objects to add interest and personality to their homes. Look for unique objects such as a decorative bowl, a vase, or a sculpture to add some Parisian charm to your space.
- Incorporate French-inspired patterns: French design often incorporates patterns such as toile or stripes. Look for patterned textiles such as a striped throw pillow or a toile duvet cover to add some Parisian flair to your home.
- Add some Parisian charm with a café-style dining area: Parisians love to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee (“café au lait”) or a croissant at a café. Create a cozy café-style dining area in your home with a small bistro table, some chairs, warm white lights, and a vase of fresh flowers.
Bonus idea: Plants! I previously mentioned that houseplants improve our health and wellbeing, and I genuinely believe that we are happier humans when we are surrounded by nature. Why not pop down your local garden centre this weekend and grab a green, leafy plant that can be the cornerstone of the new Parisian inspired section of your home? There’s so many low maintenance house plants that you can incorporate into your home.
So, there we have it, 9 easy and budget friendly ways to bring a touch of Parisian decor to your home. The great thing about all of these tips is that they can all be utilised in a traditional home or a flat or apartment. Have any ideas for other French inspired designs we can bring to our home? Get in touch via the comments below or the form here.
