How to bring your personality into your soft furnishings

What would you say if I asked what your personality was like? Are you relaxed and easygoing? Bubbly and fun? Serious and thoughtful? I ask because if you want to bring some personality into your soft furnishings, understanding your actual character is a great place to start.

 Why should we allow our personalities to influence our interiors?

 Our homes reflect who we are. And matching them to our characters can make our spaces feel unique and special to us - just as they should be. After all, if they feel too much like a show home and less like a real home, we won’t be able to relax and enjoy them as much as we’d like to. Your home should also allow you to express yourself and lift your spirits. It’s somewhere for you to unwind and decompress from the stresses of everyday life, which is so essential in today’s fast-paced world. Walking through the door, you want to feel connected to your surroundings. You want it to feel like your own home, not like the picture in the latest interiors magazine - unless that’s your taste, of course. You can’t underestimate the impact this connection can bring - not just for you but for your whole family. There’s a reason Dorothy said, “There’s no place like home,” because for many of us, even into adulthood, there isn’t. So how can you bring that personality into your home through your soft furnishings?

Here are a few ideas to help you.

 Ideas to bring your personality into your soft furnishings

Knowing how to begin this sort of project can feel overwhelming, so my advice would be to start small. Be honest about your personality. Jot your ideas down somewhere. Look in your wardrobe. What’s your style when it comes to clothes? Doing this can help you think about colours and styles you might want to incorporate into your soft furnishings. Why not ask a friend or family member?  Once you’ve got an idea of colours and patterns you like, it’s time to choose a room and think about how you can showcase your style within it. Look on Pinterest for inspiration and ideas to help you further.

•  Statement pieces

A simple way to start is by adding one or two statement pieces to your room of choice. Maybe it’s a new lampshade or ottoman. Perhaps it’s a light fitting that could take centre stage. Statement pieces allow you to add something new to your room without committing to a completely new style. You’ll find it gives you greater confidence to add more elements in time too. Even though it’s not a soft furnishing, statement art pieces can also be a brilliant addition.

• Colours and patterns

Finding a colour theme that matches your personality can be an exciting way to bring a new look to your room. When picking clothes which colours do you normally go for? Again, this can help you decide on a colour theme for your interiors.  It can be tempting to stick to what you know, but why not try something a little different if you’re bored with the same colour all the time? It could simply be a different shade if that’s more appealing to you. Pops of colour can make a big difference to a room and brighten things up if you usually stick to more neutral tones. Different patterns can change the look and feel of your space too. Which do you feel drawn to or have you seen in a magazine that you like the look of? Taking inspiration from others is a great way to try out a pattern you’ve not used before.

• Mix your materials

Consider what your space is used for and the materials that might suit it. You can add texture to a room with throw pillows, blankets, baskets and rugs. Again, choose colours that best represent your personality. Full-length curtains can be another great addition to the look and feel of your room. They can really add that wow factor to your space and put a spotlight on your window area. You don’t have to buy new if upcycling is more to your taste. Instead, you can reupholster pieces that still have life left in them to give a fresh new look.

 How will you bring some personality to your space?

If you’re at the beginning of your journey with soft furnishings, you could also reflect on your hobbies and passions when it comes to adding a new look. Could it be reflected in the patterns you choose or the artwork you consider?  Whatever you do, make it unique. Try not to be influenced by other people’s opinions because you want your space to feel like a reflection of you, not anyone else. If it’s a family affair, why not get everyone involved with ideas for colours and patterns?

So what will you do first to bring a little extra personality to your home? It really can make a big difference.

If you’d like support with which soft furnishings to choose, you can have a consultation with Chloe so she can help you bring your vision to life.