Blooming with Confidence: Embracing Floral Patterns in Style

Embracing floral patterns is a bit of an audacious task for some of us, making us question whether it would look a bit way too traditional or make the room look cluttered. The good news is that floral patterns will just help you create either contemporary vibe you are after or conjure up a traditional style depending on the way you use them. So, how can we make the most out of the floral patterns?

First things first, start with a neutral base. Opt for a colour scheme that's easy on the eyes. Pairing it up with blue or green base usually works marvels. This provides a balanced backdrop, allowing the floral patterns to pop out in a more authentic way.

When it comes to choosing the patterns, consider the size. Whether you prefer bold and statement-making or delicate and subtle, there's a floral pattern for you. This wallpaper from the Surface View is a good example of using floral patterns in a daring way to create a theatrical, dramatic atmosphere in your surrounding.

Try mixing floral patterns with solid colours or other patterns. Let your creativity flow and find combinations that suit your taste. How about pairing a floral-patterned sofa with solid-coloured pillows? Or combining floral curtains with a striped or geometric rug? The possibilities are endless!

Don't overlook using floral patterns on upholstery, cushions, draperies, and bedding These soft elements allow you to introduce floral patterns flexibly and interchangeably. Alternatively, having them on rugs, lampshades, or artwork would be a beginner's guide to start exploring how best to use them to reflect your own style in your interiors.

We're used to spotting floral patterns in traditional settings, just like the image on the left showcases. Opt for more intricate, ornate floral patterns to create a similar ambiance.

To steer clear of falling into the trap of making the room appear crowded, select a few key areas or pieces to feature the floral patterns, keeping the rest of the room relatively neutral or simpler in design. This ensures a harmonious overall aesthetic, which was achieved here when we pay attention to the rest of the seating in this place and the pale coloured wall paint used.

Remember to ensure that the colours in the floral patterns complement the room's overall colour scheme. Take a look at the existing colours and choose floral patterns with similar or complementary hues. This will tie everything together beautifully.

At the end of the day, it's all about developing your own taste and style. So, feel free to experiment with some of the tips shared here in your most original way and let those floral patterns bloom in a space that truly reflects what you are made out of!