Style Secret: Gentle WeatheringFurnishings, surfaces and accents with a touch of patina hint at days gone by. They evoke the nostalgia of the past with understated elegance. Blend lightly sanded or chipped woods and metals with fabrics that suggest a sheen of age, and sprinkle in a few well-chosen vintage accents.Subtle sweetness: The key word is "gentle." Pieces that are too heavily distressed look more appropriate for a style such as industrial. Although romantic interiors share a bond with the shabby chic look that was popular a few years back, they'll appear fresher if you limit the shabby and stress the chic.
