| When you think of retro decorating do you | | | | Accessories - These should be fun and enjoyable. |
| imagine avocado kitchen appliances and shag | | | | Lava lamps, a rotary phone or record albums are |
| carpeting? Think again! The 60s and 70s have | | | | wonderful accents in a retro room. Framing rock |
| made a comeback in retro decorating and this fun | | | | posters from 60s and 70s bands add a special |
| style is better than ever. To get the retro look | | | | retro look to any room. |
| right, don't just choose a traditionally precise | | | | A great way to shop for retro décor and |
| duplication, instead go for a truly contemporary | | | | furniture is online, in charity shops and rummage |
| twist - be retro motivated! | | | | sales -- or just look through your basement or |
| If you have a limited decorating budget you can | | | | attic. You could discover some really unique retro |
| integrate the 60s or 70s style into your home | | | | decorating items at a great price! But if you can't |
| with the following economical tips: | | | | find appropriate family heirlooms, there are lots of |
| Fabric - Look for bright colors and patterns, such | | | | retro-inspired items in stores today. |
| as plaid or paisley. Mixing patterns is acceptable, | | | | A fantastic color to use in any retro decorating |
| but be careful not to go overboard or your room | | | | design is brown. Any shade of brown which |
| could feel chaotic. By simply tossing a few pillows | | | | appeals to you and goes really well in your room |
| on your sofa or adding a few area rugs for | | | | is a good choice for retro decorating. |
| splashes of color will result in a quick, easy retro | | | | Using pale colors for a small room and deep colors |
| look to any room. | | | | for bigger rooms is a general decorating rule. |
| Furniture - Bean bag chairs are always a popular | | | | However, if you are after an impressive 60s or |
| retro option as well as plastic tables and chairs. | | | | 70s look, a warm chocolate brown is a wonderful |
| Inflatable chairs are also making a comeback. | | | | retro shade of color to use in any room! |