Like a jewelry box filled with glitz, glam, and sparkle, adding a silver or gold chandelier to your home can add a sophisticated elegance and romantic feel to your space. The symbol of luxury, these chandeliers will catch and reflect the light and create a dramatic setting for an entry, dining room or bedroom.
Are you a hopeless romantic? Does the idea of soft lighting, plush furnishings and feminine flair make your heart flutter? Romance doesn’t have to be just for Valentine’s Day. Enjoy it everyday with romantic furnishings which have everything you need to create a fantasy dream room come true. We have selected a few gorgeous examples of romantic spaces from our Pinterest board that show you exactly how to get the look with items from Belle Escape and Belle Maison. Enjoy!
This bedroom is all about soothing neutrals for rest and relaxation. The crystal chandelier, draperies around the headboard and little touches of lace create a romantic ambiance.
Dijon Accent Table Gold Crystal Chandelier French Antique White Bench.
This inviting living room is a large space with old world stone walls and slab flooring, yet the fabrics, lighting and wood elements immediately warm the space and give it a soft golden glow. Throw pillows and upholstered chairs in luxurious gold silk, floral elements and curvy shaped pieces all accentuate the romantic setting.
Adele French Settee Vintage French Canopy Chair Carved French Accent Table
What an elegant and appealing dining room. French is one of the romance languages, so subtle reminders of that with scripted furnishings will enhance a romantic decor. The black side chairs add a dramatic flair, but the distressed dining table balances them to make it a little less formal. Still cozy enough for an intimate dinner. The taupe colors in the chandelier blend well with the wall color so that it doesn’t overwhelm the space.
Louis Draped Wood Bead Chandelier Distressed Family Farmhouse Table French Script Tufted Chair.
A pastel color scheme accentuated with ivory and taupe shades appeals to the romantic senses especially when wrapped up in a beautiful tufted velvet. Smell the roses, feel the velvet, see the light reflected in the over-sized mirror. Awakening the senses with romantic touches like these makes a room special and stunning.
Tufted Chateau Sofa Cottage Chic White Floor Mirror Le Dauphin Chandelier
Is your home ready for the holidays? Warm and inviting to guests and comforting and festive for your family? You may have already decorated with a tree, candles, garland and stockings, but adding a few special furnishings can really make a dramatic difference to making your home magical. You may also be thinking of a gift for someone to add to their home this season. Here is a selection of items that can be quick shipped to you for your convenience.
Our Vintage Baroque Candlestick can add a warm glow to your dining area and the Antoinette Mirrored Chest provides a reflective silver sparkle to a room. SIlver and gold in a home during the holidays can be even more appealing than the traditional green and red.
Our Casablanca collection has Moroccan style furnishings which are a hip trend that is influencing decor with it’s vibrant colors, artistic elements and exquisite details. Artisans are especially attracted to this style to add statement pieces to change the entire feel of a room. The arched doors and bright blue finish of the Arched Door Moroccan Sideboard are reminiscent of doors found throughout exotic Marrakesh. Hand painted details adorn every inch of the Colorful Caravan Hall Chest which is a wonderful statement piece.
Coastal elegance for beach inspired living. Do you have an ocean retreat or a home you decorate to remind you of your favorite coastal escape? These items are fabulous additions to your decor. Light blue crystals sparkle like the ocean on this Blue Versailles Chandelier and what could be more perfect to show off your collection of treasured shells than this Shadowbox Coffee Table?
For the wine lover in the family, our Vineyard Chic collection is a must! It features French wine label motifs that add old world charm such as the super popular reclaimed wine crate stools which are so versatile. How about our functional Weathered Wine Label Chest to keep serving pieces, linens and wine openers in for your next tasting party? With so many truly unique furnishings, you’re sure to find those special pieces that reflect your own personal style and flair, to create the perfect escape home!
Searching for that perfect centerpiece to add a dramatic lighting element to a favorite room? Our Antiqued French Chandeliers create a sense of elegance, drama, and style. Our Gilded Versaille Chic Chandelier has all of the above and makes an impressive statement with it’s sweeping wrought iron arms and Old World glow. And our Crystal French Leaf Chandelier, hand carved and distressed to perfection, is a true piece of art.
Perhaps you love rustic-looking French shabby chic chandeliers, the aged ones that look like they came from an old French chateau. Then our Parisian Flea Market Chandelier is the choice for you! Or for a different and more modern feel, try the French Wood Chandelier which brings together the classic beauty of a French chandelier with the modern style of natural oak wood.
The word chandelier comes from the French word Chandelle, a type of candle -very fitting since the original chandeliers did contain candles you would have to light individually. Luckily today, we still have the look and feel of candles, yet we have modern electricity to light the faux candles on an item such as our lovely Large French Shabby Chandelier with a full dozen candles upon it. Another large chandelier with a dozen “candles” to create a romantic glow is our Distressed Carriage Chandelier. A real showstopper with an elongated curvy bronzed iron center that makes this chandelier something truly unique. Choosing the right chandelier may be difficult, but once you find your perfect match you will love and admire its beauty for years to come.
Springtime is in bloom! Flowers lovers will adore these hand-painted floral chests and tables in Shabby Chic Style. What better way to bring the feel of Springtime into your home all year long?
Take a look at these lovely chandeliers in blue and pink – perfect for a girl’s room! And our hand-painted and distressed mirrors and chests in shades of pink, blue and white will add a touch of feminine elegance and style to any room. If you love this style, see our collection of colorful painted furniture.
Selecting the perfect chandelier is highly personal. People don’t just buy chandeliers – they fall in love with them! They know the right one when they see it and just have to have it. Chandeliers can set the tone for a room or add just the right finishing touch. They become the focal point of an entry way, dining room or living area, and while furnishings often change, chandeliers typically remain for many years, majestically shining its light over a room.
But what drives the choice of a chandelier? Is it the architecture, the interiors, the color scheme of the room or something else? I suspect that there are many factors involved, but the final choice is more personal in nature…more about how the chandelier makes us feel and the ambiance we want to create in a room.
Chandeliers in bright, bold colors brighten a room and create a mood of excitent and joy.
Blue Glass Chandelier
Vintage French chandeliers evoke a feeling of old world sophistication and elegance.
Vintage French Chandelier
Chandeliers with natural elements create a peaceful, down-to-earth feeling.
Earthy Chic Chandelier
Chandeliers made from a mix of wood and iron make us feel safe and warm.
Old World Wrought Iron and Wood Chandelier
Shabby chic style chandeliers create a dreamy, romantic ambience.
French Shabby Flea Market Chandelier
Coastal style chandeliers create an airy, carefree atmosphere.
Glittering Shell Chandelier
So when selecting a chandelier, think more about how you want to feel when you enter a room…and let your heart decide.
What is the most romantic getaway you can recall? Perhaps you spent your honeymoon strolling the streets of Paris or your 25th wedding anniversary along the canals of Venice. Maybe you’re planning that perfect vacation in Provence or Tuscany. With a few decorative touches it is possible to recapture these moments and turn your home into a dream escape.
Romantic Dinner in Paris. Photo Credit: Paris Perfect
Ah Paris–no one does “amour” like the French. Intimate sidewalk cafes, beautiful architecture and artwork and, of course, the sparkling lights throughout what is often referred to as the City of Light. Capture the romantic and chic feel of Paris in your home with beautiful French furniture that combines old world design with cosmopolitan flair.
Our "belle sejour en Provence" last summer
Our Terrace View - Romantic Getaway to St. John.
Is there anything more romantic than a warm tropical getaway? Create your own home oasis with pieces from our Coastal Cottage collection. The collection features lighting fixtures as sparkling and blue as the ocean, distressed white finishes on furniture and accessories like our sea turtle pillow or coastal painted chest.
Romantic Getaway to Venice. Photo: Ann & Wayne Stumpf
Stunningly beautiful views in Liguria. Photo: Bernadette Madier LeRoy & Marguerite Maloine
What comes to mind when you think of Italy? Is it the delicious food, the amazing countryside or the ancient cities? Capture the dramatic landscape of the Italian Riviera or the regal and mysterious feel of Venice in your own home with Tuscan style furniture from our Tuscan Villa collection featuring warm aged finishes and classic designs.
Create the Perfect Escape at BelleEscape.com
Our belief is that everyone should bring a bit of their favorite romantic spot into their home and we can accomplish that with furnishings from our Vintage French, French country, Tuscan and Coastal Cottage collections.
What romantic destination spot inspires your home interiors?
At Belle Escape, we like to keep on top of what the experts have to say about furniture trends. We were thrilled, of course, to find that top experts agree that “French furniture” is all the rage in 2011, especially pieces that couple classic forms with contemporary finishes and fabrics. Here are two articles by renown furniture experts that give a good overview of 2011 trends:
Furniture Trends for 2011, by Abe Abbas, About.com Furniture Guide
Predictions for furniture and home furnishings trends for 2011 seem to center around much the same elements as we saw in 2010, but with enough changes that they end up looking different. More…
Top 5 Furniture Trends for 2011, By Bianca Reeves, Senior Buyer at the Furniture Market, UK
Furniture and home furnishings now mimic the fashion industry; trends are set, colour schemes change with the seasons and new styles are introduced. Society is becoming more and more adventurous when it comes to furnishing ones home with an ever growing number of home and property shows appearing on our television and interior designers popping up here and there to show us how easy it is to transform our home into a hospitable haven. Furniture is the key to creating any look within a home; this can then be enhanced by introducing the relevant accessories to add colour and texture to a room. Below is a selection of the main furniture categories and the ambiance they can generate within a home: More…
What’s Hot in Home Furnishings in 2011, from the Belle Escape Blog
We shall see which trends hold up, but we’re betting that French style furniture, hand painted colorful furniture, and “furniture as art” will continue to rise in importance as homeowners increasingly enjoy expressing through individuality and sense of style through their furniture choices.
Looking back at 2010, Belle Escape had a wonderful year helping an ever increasing number of homeowners transform their primary residence or vacation home into a dream oasis! We enjoyed learning about our customers’ visions and working with them to find the perfect pieces to get the exact look and feel they desired.
In 2010, our customers loved browsing all style categories, but French Country, Vintage French, Coastal Cottage and Cottage Chic were especially popular. In the furniture category, accent tables, chests, console tables, coffee tables, dining room tables and headboards were in highest demand. In home decor, chandeliers, decorative mirrors and wall art were the best selling items. About 70% of our customers purchased furnishings for their primary residence while 30% were furnishing a vacation home. And while Belle Escape’s customers come from all over the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean, our most enthusiastic fan bases can be found in Texas, Florida, California, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Ohio, Toronto and Montreal.
Some of Belle Escape’s best selling furniture and home decor items in 2010 are shown below. Here’s looking forward to helping more and more of you create your dream home in 2011!
Vintage Pedestal Table
Vintage Scroll Table
Carved Bird Table
Provence Drink Cabinet
Fleur de Lis Side Table
Vintage Princess Entry Table
Vintage Princess Entry Table
Antiqued Bishop coffee table
Coastal Shadowbox Coffee Table
Coastal Shabby Chest
Damask Hall Chest
Seashore Shell Chest
Duchess Chest
Westminster Buffet
Rhapsody Flair Sideboard
French Toile Sideboard
French Country Overhang Buffet
Garden Cottage Floral Headboard
White Shabby Cane Headboard
Solid Wood Bird Headboard
Provence Chandelier
Vintage French Mirror
White Shabby Chandelier
Carved French Trumeau Mirror
Belle Escape inspires artistic expressions about life’s special moments and dream escapes. Check out these designs featuring Belle Escape’s shabby chic furniture and decor.
Aqua Louis Wing Chair and Ottoman
Floral Coffee Table – featuring Taylor Swift who furnished her new home with furniture from Belle Escape!
Silver Tin Display Cabinet – just gorgeous!
Aqua Oceanic Chest – A fun, whimisical chest for a coastal cottage!
Blue Fleur de Lys Chest and Vintage Vines Wall Chest – Ooh la la!
Country Scenes Coffee Table – a French country delight!
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