Is your home old-fashioned? Interior designers reveal the tell-tale signs your property is stuck in a time-warp - including one VERY common decoration
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We Brits can be a judgmental lot – not least when it comes to what passes for outdated decor. Just last month, a survey revealed that 62 per cent of us judge the style of other people's homes. But what makes a home old-fashioned?. 'The issue with following trends for your interior style is that they come and go, rendering some items outdated,' says Melissa Denham, interior design expert at Hammonds Fitted Furniture.
We've spoken to interior designers and stylists to reveal the 24 tell-tale signs you`re living in a design time warp. With their leathery leaves and unnaturally bright bursts of greenery, fake plants are a throwback to when synthetic spelt style. 'They are easy to spot instantly, detracting from a space's vitality and making it feel staged and outdated.' says interior designer and creative director at Stone Superstore, Molly Woodward-Moor. Not to mention fake plants offer no benefits that typical houseplants do, such as cleaning indoor air and balancing humidity. Which, of course, are concerns du jour.
If you don`t have the time or green fingers for the real thing, at least go for dried flowers which have a modern twist. 'Add pampas grass for a rustic or bohemian vibe in your space, or herbs that offer both greenery and also a practical purpose in the kitchen,' says Molly. And no fake flowers, ever.
Once the epitome of elegant window dressing, these days they just look blowsy and overly fussy. 'Old-fashioned curtains and netting can really date your home, especially if they've seen better days and look a little dirty and dingy,' says Chloe Dacosta, design manager at Blinds 2go. 'Investing in new window dressings can dramatically revolutionise your space and bring your home into the present day – without compromising on your personal style.'.
