Wednesday, January 26, 2011

What's In for 2011: Decorating with Brass

That's right my lovelies, brass is making it's way back into home decor for 2011! It may be time to give those old candlesticks or accessories packed away in the attic a good polish and a second chance! The metallic trend has been on the rise in both fashion and home decor since early 2010, where we've seen pops of shimmery gold, sparkling sequins and shiny metallics, just about everywhere. Brass, when used in a dulled finish, is a nice way to introduce metallics into the home because it offers warmth and touch of glamour without being too flashy. I'm really loving vintage looking brass - it's a nice alternative to gold, which is often brighter and more on the yellowish side. Is this a look that you're loving? Or should brass stay in the past? Thank you for sharing your thoughts :)

{Brass bedside table lamp via Kelly Wearstler}

{The vintage brass mirror looks fab mixed in with the fresh, modern decor of this bathroom}

{Eclectic brass accessories via Kelly Wearstler}

{I'm in love with these brass barstools via Kelly Wearstler! And the brass, white and turquoise color combo looks fresh and fabulous.}

{Make a statement with an antique brass scale (contact me for purchasing info)}

{The petite brass accent table really ties this gorgeous room together}

{Oversized brass candlesticks look great grouped together on the floor - via Jonathan Adler}

{An elegant brass side table via Kelly Wearstler}

{Dramatic oversized brass hurricanes - these would look great on a dining table or large console table (contact me for purchasing info)}

{One of my favorite rooms ever, designed by Jonathan Berger via House Beautiful. This living room is full of lovely brass and metallic accents.}

{An vintage brass alarm clock makes a nice end table accessory via Flickr}

{A chic brass floor lamp adds a touch of glam to this living room via Krista Ewart}

{Pair of vintage brass cats make a fun and quirky accessory via Flickr}

21 comments:

  1. That bathroom is fantastic! The vanity is just what I am looking for my powder room redo thanks for the inspiration!

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  2. The top brass bedside table lamp is gorgeous
    xx

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  3. Kelly W's color palate and combinations of texture and form are brilliant, as always.

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  4. all these images really show brass at its best!

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  5. Ooooh! The washroom and the bar are the best! Brass is just so fancy!

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  6. This is awesome news! Our new house has several darker brass (not oiled) ceiling fans from the 80s. Glad to know they're back in style...or at least not as awful as I originally thought they were. Though the canework blades will still have to go.

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  7. The little alarm clock is just darling..adds an instant touch of vintage. What a great collection of photos you put together. You've inspired me to go to the flea market this weekend!

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  8. Great Brass pics! I just wanted to let you know that I named Belle Maison one of my favorite stylish bloggers over at my design blog!

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  9. I love brass! or any metal really!
    perfect images to represent gloriously beautiful brass!
    xx
    callie

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  10. absolutely fantastic post. loving all that kw

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  11. Love it! Love the Jonathan Adler space with the oversized candlesticks and that living room from Style at Home is just lovely!

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  12. This bathroom is fabelous!!!Thanks for the inspiration!!!! http://www.edgonline.com vintage brass alarm clock makes a nice effect..table lamp is gorgeous...

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  13. I'm tickled that it's on trend again..I've always loved it, and just added some new pieces to our home.

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  14. I have been on hunt for a brass or something similar small side table for a long time. Ugghhh....

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  15. lovely post - vintage brass is definitely chic - but somewhat tricky for us 40+ designers who remember the 1980's incarnation . . . but i'm working on it :)

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  16. This house has been done with great taste & style. Beautifully made.

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  17. I'm working on a brass post right now. I'm a big fan!

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  18. This is superb cool news!The little alarm clock is dear to me ,wanna have like this in my bedroom so that i will be waking up soon... http://www.vivamagonline.com gonna become a fan for ur blog...

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  19. I love the brass lamp and cocktail table!

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  20. Little alarm clock looks stunning. Astonishing pictures and the sense of decor is brilliant. Love your posts. Cheers.

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  21. Brass is my obsession at Enchanted Fig Tree on Etsy. I think if Kelly Wearstler were to walk into my store she might use my fainting couch!
    Stephanie Fig :)

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