Cottage Chic continues to be one of the hottest and most versatile trends today. The right mix of colors, fabrics and textures can create a tasteful blend of comfort and fashion. This style is so easy to personalize that the possibilities for cottage decor are endless. Cottage chic is overstuffed upholstery, vintage wicker, soft floral fabrics and painted woods. It's one of the popular trends around that mixes new, worn, elegance and above all, comfort. The cottage style creates an inviting atmosphere that makes you want to hang out with friends. It's a versatile look. It's all about freshening up the things you already own using pillows, slipcovers, repainted vintage furniture.  Cottage Chic is famous for mixing florals with checks, toile and ticking fabrics. As for color, choose anything from bright hues to muted tones. White distressed furniture or white vintage wicker is favored. 

There is a Cottage Chic look for everyone! Start with a launch pad--a great rug or fabric--and build the room from there. If you want to give a space that cottage chic look without going overboard, try adding pastel, floral pillows to a white sofa or sectional. Or pile a grouping of floral pillows on a bed covered with a white or pastel matelasse coverlet. Tres chic! For more ideas to decorate in a Cottage Chic style, pick up a copy of these favorite magazines - Romantic Homes, Cottage Style, Cottage Living, Cottage Home.