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4 No-Reno Ways to Get on the Glam Bandwagon
Get this coveted interior style with a few luxurious items
Niki Bruce
23 August 2018
Houzz Contributor. Editor and Journalist for over 20 years. This is where I let my inner-homeowner run free!
Houzz Contributor. Editor and Journalist for over 20 years. This is where I let my... More
Adding a touch of glam to your home is a fun way to refresh your existing interior.
1. Stick with neutral colours
Adding a few glamorous items into your existing decor is relatively easy thanks to the numerous options available.
The overall glam look is based on a palette of neutrals – white, beige, pale gold and grey – which are also the predominant colours of minimalism and Scandi styles. The textures might be a bit softer and more luxurious so just swap out a few cushions and you’ll see that you can add a touch of glamour quite easily.
Adding a few glamorous items into your existing decor is relatively easy thanks to the numerous options available.
The overall glam look is based on a palette of neutrals – white, beige, pale gold and grey – which are also the predominant colours of minimalism and Scandi styles. The textures might be a bit softer and more luxurious so just swap out a few cushions and you’ll see that you can add a touch of glamour quite easily.
2. Choose one space
Take baby steps and choose one area to introduce a few objects that shout ‘glamour’.
Take baby steps and choose one area to introduce a few objects that shout ‘glamour’.
Get the look: Adding a desk or table lamp in muted rose gold is easy enough.
Get the look: Small decorative items like this candle holder can add sheen to your space.
Get the look: Fresh flowers are a glamorous touch you might not have considered.
3. Brighten up with reflective surfaces
One of the central tenets of going glam is to introduce reflective surfaces to your decor.
One of the central tenets of going glam is to introduce reflective surfaces to your decor.
Instead of harsh mirrors, go for those with a tarnished or distressed finish and mercury or silvered glass accessories.
The glamour of antiqued mirrors
The glamour of antiqued mirrors
Get the look: You can add one metal item by choosing something that’s more decorative like this cool drinks trolley.
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10 locations where a bar cart will bring the party
Get the look: This stunning console table combines shiny mirror and metal in such an elegant piece.
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10 ways to style your console table beautifully
Tip: You can also use glassware as a way to add more reflective surfaces in your home.
4. Add softness
Velvet, faux fur, satin and silk are the go-to fabrics for this look and pattern wise, look for geometrics or tone-on-tone prints.
Velvet, faux fur, satin and silk are the go-to fabrics for this look and pattern wise, look for geometrics or tone-on-tone prints.
Get the look: A faux fur casually draped over an armchair or bed is sexy and glamorous.
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7 ways to drape a throw like a stylist
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Does your home have touches of glamour? Show us in the Comments below. And don’t forget to save your favourite images, bookmark the story, and join in the conversation.
Does your home have touches of glamour? Show us in the Comments below. And don’t forget to save your favourite images, bookmark the story, and join in the conversation.
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