Decorate Your Space Inspired by the Golden Age of Hollywood

A new era began in the 1930s as silent films made way for talking motion pictures. This time, known as the Golden Age of Hollywood, is famous for featuring movies with elegant sets and luxurious costume designs.

To give your place that Hollywood Glamour look you’ll have to go bold, elegant, and opulent. Consider the following tips to make your home or room worthy of a Hollywood star from the Golden Age.

Floors Fit For A Celeb

A Hollywood star in those days had to be treated right from head to toe. Only the softest of carpets were acceptable in their homes, especially the bedroom. Rugs with either elegant designs or made from real fur (you can use faux fur) are perfect for giving off that vintage Hollywood feel. Google “hollywood regency rugs” to find the perfect one for your Golden Age-inspired place.

Fancy Mirrors Are A Must

It’s just not a glamorous Hollywood room without a few big mirrors to make the area look bigger. Hollywood stars during this time loved using ornate mirror with gold and silver frames to make their place look extra fancy. And if you want to go all out, look for a mirror with floral leaf designs like this one.

Lights, Camera, Action!

There’s nothing like a vintage crystal chandelier to make you feel like you’ve walked into a room straight from the 50s and 60s. Candles held by opulent candelabra will also look perfect, especially if placed on a dressing table or fireplace mantel. Having a few table lamps with silk shades is also a must— go for ones that have hanging crystals or tassels.

Get The Right Wall Colors

To tie everything together you’ll need to paint your walls the perfect colors. Rooms during this era were given an elegant look via jewel tones such as sapphire blue or emerald green. Jayne Mansfield, one of the top stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood, was known for her use of bold shades of wall colors— particularly, topaz pink. White is also a popular color that can be used on not just walls but also furniture, decorations, etc.

Give Your Furniture Some Class

Only the most vibrant of colors are acceptable for the future that will decorate your Hollywood room. If you don’t have the cash to spend on fancy new furniture, you can give your place the same effect just by adding your current dressers and tables a coat of high gloss paint. The bed, however, is the centerpiece of a bedroom and definitely needs a padded ceiling-high headboard to give it that 1950s vibe. If this isn’t an option, place a big piece of art from this time period in its place.

All The Extras

To really make your room evoke that Hollywood Regency feeling you’ll want to add a few accessories that reflect the time. Look for things like vintage vases, perfume bottles, and other objects you can place on your tables and dressers. A bed featuring an elegant throw and pillows will also give your bedroom a touch of Hollywood glam and romance.

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