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Guest Picks: New Orleans Style
Let the good times roll with style direct from this Louisiana stronghold of sophistication and good living
Hi! I live in New Orleans, but work everywhere as a stylist, interior decorator, designer of boutique events, and as a freelance writer. I write the blog The Visual Vamp.
Hi! I live in New Orleans, but work everywhere as a stylist, interior decorator,... More »
New Orleans has style! And with the renaissance that has been going on with the post-Katrina rebuilding, an updated interior design style laced with sophistication has emerged. Mixing in vintage and modern pieces with family antiques is the thing to do. A new, lively mix has been created that includes bursts of color and modern artwork, all the while cherishing touchstones that always have been and always will be New Orleans.
My picks are culled from the Internet and are moderately priced. Mix them in with the precious things you already have, or start a New Orleans–style room from scratch. — Valorie from The Visual Vamp
My picks are culled from the Internet and are moderately priced. Mix them in with the precious things you already have, or start a New Orleans–style room from scratch. — Valorie from The Visual Vamp
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Elton Settee, Dandelion Performance Velvet - $699.00 »
The settee reigns supreme in New Orleans. Color, from saturated to soft, is also popular, so get this settee in soft yellow for a nice designer touch. Plus, the updated version mixes well with antiques.
by Ballard Designs
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Seagrass Rug - $29.00 »
Get a seagrass rug. Not sisal. Not jute. Seagrass. It doesn't stain and it does get soft underfoot. Get the largest, the 9-foot by 12-foot one, with the neutral khaki border. Everyone in New Orleans uses seagrass somewhere in their house.
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Coffee Table, Architectural - $169.99 »
New Orleans is a city of historical architectural details. This coffee table evokes that.
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by Candelabra
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Paris Flea Market Lamp - $397.50 »
Aidan Gray is popular in New Orleans because it is a company that makes quality antique reproductions at affordable prices (like this table lamp).
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Side Table, Bordeaux - $59.99 »
You can't beat the price of this classic campaign-style side table. Even if you don't like the color, you can paint it gold or white or any color you fancy. I have seen many more expensive versions of this table in fine New Orleans homes.
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Industrial Louis Console - $329.00 »
Let's add a drink cart. In New Orleans this is not a prop; drink carts are a staple. This industrial-style console table would be perfect as an unexpected piece to give a traditional room a jolt.
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La Rochere Perigord Champagne Flute Set - $32.00 »
La Rochere has been making French glassware for hundreds of years. The classic antique style is perfect for your New Orleans–style bar cart. People from New Orleans love all things classically French.
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Harper Mirror - $299.00 »
This mirror is over six feet tall, and it looks like an old door salvaged from an old New Orleans house. Lean it against the wall for some super style.
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Baroness Wall Gate - $101.00 »
You can't think of old fancy ironwork and not think of New Orleans. Get a pair of these narrow wall gates to flank your front door, or maybe put them on either side of a window or fireplace.
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Bay Trading Treviso Mirror in Bronze - $210.99 »
The sunburst mirror has been popular since decorators used it in 18th-century France, so it is no wonder it is still a favorite in New Orleans.
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Peyroux’s Custom Curtains »
No home in New Orleans is complete without beautiful drapes. Custom is the way to go, whether you choose the ever-popular silk or linen. Neil Peyroux is the go-to guy in New Orleans, and he can do long-distance orders if you give him your window measurements. Choose a daring color like orange or lime green silk taffeta.
by Ballard Designs
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Alessandra 5-Light Chandelier - $749.00 »
Every house in New Orleans has a chandelier. The Empire style is classic, but the Capiz shells add a modern and glam twist.
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Dancing Circles Painting by Julie Niemela - $5.00 »
Adding a piece of modern art with antique furnishings is all the rage in New Orleans. Abstract circles are a favorite motif among the girls who decorate.
by Nicole Cohen
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Red and Pink Graffiti - $700.00 »
If you feel like trying something different than circles, try a painting by Nicole Cohen. I think this one would look great on a wall in New Orleans or anywhere!
by Candelabra
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Cyan Schafer Iron Console - $297.50 »
Here's some more New Orleans–style iron work in the form of a console table. You see this style of table in many homes in New Orleans, and it's perfect for an entry hall.
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Cupcake Plates with Domes - $39.99 »
People live to eat in New Orleans, and everyone loves to cook. These plates with domes would be so cute in the kitchen. Use them for anything from beignets (a New Orleans–type of doughnut) to cheese.
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Maison Canopy Bed - $699.00 »
A romantic canopy bed says New Orleans. Get a pair of these for a guest room.
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Gathered Seersucker Bedspread - $199.00 »
Seersucker is much beloved in New Orleans. This deep-ruffle bedspread in seersucker would look mighty cute on those canopy beds.
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Monogram Applique Pillow Cover - $35.00 »
New Orleans has been monogram-crazy forever! Add this cute pillow to that seersucker bed spread on that iron bed for the perfect finishing touch.
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