decor advice we got from our mothers
Sound advice from those who know best.
Published Jan 21, 2016 5:00 AM
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Don’t be afraid to mix prints. – Kerry M.
My mom is a big fan of velvet hangers. (Because even the inside of your closet should look nice, apparently). She’s sent me literally 100 of them in the mail. #thanksmom – Shani S.
Never spend too much money on trendy pieces and to invest in the timeless, while being cheap with the fun decor. And, white or gray goes with everything. – Emily P.
“A little leopard goes a long way. So let’s take it down a notch, ok?” – Caroline B.
Designers always tell me – lighting makes the room. It establishes the ambiance from the minute you enter. – Beth B.
You should always buy carpet and furniture that matches the dogs hair. That way you have to vacuum less. Also, that you’ll go crazy if your bedroom has wallpaper on more than one wall. – Sara H.
This wasn’t as much decorating advice as it was life advice, but it applies here as well: If it seems wrong, it is wrong. – Mike H.