| The Victorian decorating theme comprised of | | | | You must begin with the basic components of your |
| abundance as well as exquisite accessories is still | | | | home if you are going to dress it in proper Victorian |
| popular in the 21st century even though other | | | | style décor. Windows are the most integral |
| remnants of the Victorian culture such as clothing and | | | | item in Victorian home décor, and you must |
| morals are not longer present in our society. The years | | | | dress them with a minimum of three full, unique and |
| have changed Victorian home decor in many ways | | | | flowing layers of curtains as well as shades. White is |
| throughout the years, but not enough that it is no longer | | | | the best color because it still allows the sunshine to |
| recognizable. If you look closely, even modern Victorian | | | | enter your home in spite of the fact that your |
| home decor still has its roots firmly planted in the | | | | windows are fully covered. |
| authentic Victorian decor of years gone by. | | | | Other Accents |
| The Origin of Victorian Home Décor | | | | Victorian home décor requires the inclusion of |
| The Victorian style is indicative of a life of excess and | | | | Victorian furniture and Victorian accents. Furniture |
| wealth. This is, of course, a contrast to styles such as | | | | needs to be beautiful and usable with a purpose that is |
| Oriental or philosophies such as Feng Shui. The | | | | clearly defined. After your furniture is in place, begin |
| Victorian decorating theme is one that is comprised of | | | | adding accents such as ornamental lampshades. The |
| abundance at the highest possible level. If you look | | | | same style of lampshade should be used on every |
| around at the clothing styles and morals of the | | | | lampshade you own. Just like the windows, your light |
| Victorian era, you will detect a strong likeness. The | | | | bulbs should be covered in two to three layers of |
| clothing women of that era wore consisted of skirts | | | | white fabric--you can add some gold accents if you |
| that were floor length, with extra material making them | | | | so desire. |
| very full. Collars extended the length of the neck and | | | | Your home can look quite beautiful with the inclusion of |
| were not able to be folded down nor were they | | | | Victorian home décor as long as you make the |
| low-cut. Sleeves extended to the wrist. Likewise, your | | | | effort and put in some time. Purchase some exquisite |
| Victorian home décor should completely | | | | fabrics and some key accents, and you can make |
| "dress" your home. | | | | any room in your home a romantic Victorian retreat. |
| How to Dress Your Home | | | | |