Gilded Trim

January 14, 2014



Ever since I saw Christian Liaigre's (one of my favorite furniture designers) Paris apartment in a magazine spread I just keep daydreaming about that fabulous gold trim. The panelling is so beautiful and goes perfectly with the moldings and large sale spaces.  So I wonder, Can I make something like this work in my home which is newer, has more modern lines, and lower ceilings?  Plus the room I envision this gold trim has dark brown colored walls.   Am I crazy?  Will it look like a whore house?


 

The room I'm talking about is our master.  Here is a corner of it to remind you of my headboard and side table (the wall color will be way darker than in the photo).



My mom who is usually the voice of reason to these crazy ideas was actually on board with it.  She thinks it will look very chic.  This is kind of the last push I needed. Ok, I think I may go for it.  I think the trick will be finding the perfect gold tone for that trim so it doesn't look cheesy and cheap.  I will keep you posted. Let's see, fingers crossed please (and toes!) that this experiment works out.  But if any of you think I'm making the worst mistake ever do let me know asap!

[all photos via WSJ , except the last one by me]


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18 comments

  1. I think it's a wonderful idea!!! We used mirrored trim (gasp) in our dining room. Our builder and designer looked at us like we were crazy but it turned out unbelievably amazing!!! Good luck and I can't wait to see the final results! I'm pinning all the images above for our next home. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  2. Que elegancia toda esa estancia cargada de dorado Albertina

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  3. Go gold or go home lady. I'm with your mom on this one. PS I choked on my Redbull re: whore house! Pretty sure there are some tastefully designed whore houses around. someplace. lol. have a fab day.

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  4. You and me both...if I had that in my apartment I for sure would just stare at it, so opulent, almost as if I was living in Versailles!

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  5. I find this style so elegant and European. Love it!
    www.fashiontruffles.com

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  6. Go for it! In my humble opinion, there can never be too much gold! ;)

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  7. I'll take any place with golden accents - so luxe!

    The Style Scribe

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  8. I think its worth a try because if its done right (and you can do it right) it will look beyond amazing.

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  9. My first instinct was to say no but seeing the bedroom and knowing your style I think you could really rock it out! I can't wait to see it if you decide to go for it. : )

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  10. oh my gosh i can't wait to see how it turns out!
    and your bedroom is gorgeous by the way. would love a home tour on here someday :)

    Molly {Dreams in HD}
    http://dreamsinhd.blogspot.com

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  11. IF you do gold trim, I'm coming over every day to soak in the beauty. It's the best idea I've heard in awhile!!! xoxo

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  12. Good luck!!! I can't wait to see how it turns out. I'm sure it will look fabulous.
    Champagne Lifestyle on a Beer Budget

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  13. Wow chicka wow wow!!! Give me anything gold and I am in love! So excited to see how your bedroom turns out! I am sure it will be gorgeous :) XO

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  14. Other than some paint and time, what are you really out if you do it? And then you'll know. And we'll all know. Personally, though, I think it's going to look fabulous!! I can't wait to see it!

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  15. Think you mean "gilded"! Love your blog.

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  16. Think you mean "gilded"! Love your blog.

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