Room Decorating Ideas for Women

Many of us are hesitant to try our hand at decorating our homes. Some doubt their choice, while others feel that there are not creative enough. Albert Hadley said, that decorating was not a look, but a point of view. If you have a flair, but are scared to sail into previously uncharted territory, read this, who knows you may decide on a career change!

"Flair is a primitive kind of style. It is innate and cannot be taught. It can be polished and refined. When a person has flair, a grounding in the principle of design, and self-discipline, that person has the potential of being an outstanding designer.--- Albert Hadley, - Story of America's Preeminent Interior Designer

Let's just focus on room decorating ideas for women. After all, its us, who look after the house and make it presentable! First things first, you must know what kind of look you are going for. Do you want it cozy, warm or, bright and happy? You can also pick, a modernistic or futuristic approach. This interior decoration principle works for any room, be it the living room, the kids' room or your bedroom. Decorating ideas don't have to come as an inspiration. You can read decoration magazines, take opinions. If a color scheme doesn't seem to work, then change it. All it needs is a little confidence and attitude, it's your home, you make the rules. So now you know, you can't possibly go wrong. As a word of advise, do ask your partner what he/she would prefer, it is as much his/her space as it is yours.

The next thing to do is decide, do you just want to rearrange the room or completely give it a face lift. In that case you will have to finalize on a budget. Try and plan your shopping in such a way that you can avail discounts and concessions. Simple buys like rugs, lamps, curtains and bedspreads can help you get a fresh look for your room. Don't forget to mix it all up. Before you buy rugs, keep your pet in mind, you may want to camouflage its fur.

Don't decorate if you are going through an emotional crisis. It will show in the decoration and you won't like it later. Opt for light neutral drapes and sofas, that way you can add dramatic accessories without worrying about color coordination. Think outside the box, experiment. Make sure you have the exact measurements for drapes. Remove the clutter. Keep it simple and elegant. Don't be afraid to clear out the things you don't need. It always helps if you decorate your home in such a way, that household chores like dusting are made easier.

Decorating Ideas for Different Rooms

Living Room
This is the room where you will be spending the most of your day. Make the look as comfortable as possible. For your sake, keep in mind that the look should be easy to maintain. Arrange the seating in a way that it focuses on the T.V or, some other focal point like a fireplace. Keep the season in mind, if it's summer, you won't be using the fireplace. Make sure your furniture is easy to look after. Jazz up the room with some flower decorations. Please don't use cheap artificial flowers, nothing spells tackiness like fake flowers. Instead of many small pieces of decor, place a big, over sized piece on the coffee table. You can even put some decor or books on it. The color scheme you choose, should go with the mood you want to set for your living room. Soft hues of green, purple, peach are very soothing. Also make sure the decor is functional. Personalize the space, put family pictures, it should capture the essence of your family.

Bedroom
The magic of married life happens in the bedroom. Do spend time decorating this room. Make it as comfortable and warm as possible. Use shades like reds and maroons. Spice it up with candles and interesting murals. Bring in a comfy sofa or sitting space that can offer you a good afternoon snooze. Colorful rugs can also add zing to your den. You can also get interesting lamps and play with the lights to create an appropriate feel. Instead of having a plain mirror, get an artistic one. If you are using neutral shades, bring pieces in strong contrasting colors to emphasize the shade.

Dining Room
The decoration in this room also depends on what kind of look you want. The key is to make sure it is not stuffy. Use natural light to your advantage, ensure that there is ventilation. Place the table in such a way that it doesn't obstruct a pathway. There should be plenty of space for the chairs to be pulled out. Even when everyone is seated, the area should be roomy enough. When it comes to picking dining sheets and napkins, play with contrasts. The right fabric is again essential, that wash easily and don't stain.

Dorm Room
Your dorm room will be one, that you will always remember. As it is here, that you will have the endless gossip sessions and girls' nights. You would want to remember a nicely done up dorm, but that doesn't mean you have to break the piggy bank. Decorating rooms on a budget is simple. You can push your bed against the wall, and serve the dual purpose of sitting space. You can create a collage of pictures and put it on the wall. Get colorful drapes and chic bedspreads. An interesting lamp and a cute rug is all you need.

Room for Girls
Every young girl wants her room to be special. You can easily achieve this by following a 'happy and fun' color scheme. Use plenty of pink, orange, yellow and blue colors. Add soft toys and decorate with your Barbie dolls. Personalize your room by putting up posters of your favorite singers and stars. You should also put up pictures of all your friends. You can even add a canopy on top of your bed to truly feel like a princess.

If the above article wasn't enough may be this can inspire you.
A decorator must understand that taste is not a standard but the power to discern, to concentrate. Taste is an appreciation of order and a sure knowledge of what constitutes fitness. These concepts can be learned through education, travel, experience, and living. In learning these principles, the person will come to understand that a room - any room - is simply an enclosure of space and time for a specific purpose. The challenge is to know what is suitable in this defined space. --- Albert Hadley, The Story of America's Preeminent Interior Designer