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Tired of monochromatic schemes and soulless minimalistic interiors?
If you had enough of the monotone trends that invaded our spaces in the last couple of years and you feel the need for a change, then the Chintz microtrend might be just what you need.
An invitation to be unique, have fun, and think outside the box, the Chintz style will make you feel alive and add warmth and depth into your space for instant cosiness.
What is the Meaning of the Word Chintz?
According to Wiktionary, chintz is a painted or stained calico fabric, initially produced in India and known for its brightly coloured designs.
The name itself might have been derived from a North Indian term meaning speckled or sprayed, but it has since evolved to refer broadly to that floral pattern from the textiles.
The term is also used to refer to other items like pottery and wallpaper, and it even translated into a recent Interior Design microtrend.
For our purposes, this post will refer to the latest.
The Chintz Revival
As we look for new ways to inject remnants of faraway places into our interiors, Homes & Gardens mentions that searches for chintz prints have recently jumped by 24% on average, while demands for chintz fabrics have increased by 125%.
A maximalist microtrend, chintz is now welcomed back in, and it has its unique place in recent decor styles such as the granmillenial style and the cottagecore.
One reason why chintz is back in trend might come down to the fact that coloured and textured fabrics can add warmth and interest to space, making a scheme look effortlessly cosy.
How to Strike the Right Balance of Chintz?
Decorating with chintz is back.
But the problem with chintz is that it is notoriously difficult to strike the right balance.
To create a classy, timeless, and cherry environment, you need to use it in moderation.
Use this fabric sparingly, so it enhances your décor instead of overwhelming it. For the best result, select the chintz pattern first, then use it as a guide to select the other fabrics and paint colours in your scheme.
Please limit yourself to only a couple of chintz pieces and mix them with contemporary furniture to create contrast and insert a modern take.
Chintz should be mainly for your accent pieces and accessories, so try not to make a focal point out of it.
Chintz for your Bedroom Mini-Guide
Embrace the Nature with Elaborate Florals
Floral prints will create warmth and interest in any setting.
So think of floral fabrics, striking patterns, and botanically inspired motifs. The best way to use chintz in your bedroom design is to indulge in chintz fabric for your cushions.
If you feel bold and you are a big fan of patterns and maximalism, why not upholster your headboard in chintz?
Another way to inject florals into your sanctuary is to create a statement wall with chintz wallpaper. Parallel to the rise in demand for chintz fabrics, nature-inspired wallpaper has seen a 462% increase recently.
Just be careful. It`s effortless for floral prints to conflict with other patterns and create a clash, so try to balance them with luxury solid colours whenever possible.
Don`t Be Afraid of Rich Colours
The modern twist that chintz came back with stays in the use of colour.
If before the colours in chintz patterns looked a bit washed out, now they have come back bolder than ever.
Choose a colourful bed in hues that pop, like turquoise, apple, green or striking pink.
To add warmth, pick the primary warm colour from the chintz design and use it for your paintwork or bedroom accessories.
If you like to use rich colours for your walls, restrain from using chintz for your big furniture pieces. A couple of bold colour accents is all you need here to get the look right.
Incorporate many Whites
A trick to get this look right in your bedroom is to use chintz against white walls.
For a contemporary look, go for large, bold chintzes on crisp white backgrounds to create a light freshness that the modern eye loves.
Splurge on Texture
The most important thing that chintz teaches us is the importance that nature has on our health and mental well-being.
That`s why it is ok to use overflowing greenery, fresh flowers, and floral prints here – all at once. Anything that welcomes the outside in is a good fit in a chintz décor.
According to your approach, chintz fabrics have the power to draw the eye from across any room, adding romance, elegance, or boldness.
Think of wallpaper, curtains, upholstery, and pretty floral cushions.
Floral sheers are lovely to add extra texture to your bedroom without adding visual weight.
And a vase of pretty flowers will always complete the look of any space.
So if you are a fan of the cottagecore look, a maximalist in nature, or you`d like to add a splash of granmillenial décor, why not go ahead and give this microtrend a try?
