Elegance and luxury in a contemporary interior – how to achieve a glamorous effect in your home?

The concept of "glamor" is familiar to almost everyone. In the old days, silk, wide four-poster beds with tufted headboards, long-pile rugs, gold mirror frames, and stylish wall lamps were integral attributes of this style. Over time, glamour has changed; it's more restrained, but still imbued with an atmosphere of elegance and chic. How to choose furniture for a luxurious living room and bedroom lighting for the glamour style? We discuss this in this article.

Features of the glamour style in contemporary interiors

Glamor style can be achieved in any interior, whether in a single-family home, an office, or an apartment. However, a consistent approach is key: if you choose glamour, incorporate it into all rooms, even the kitchen and bathroom.

Rooms should feature plenty of shiny elements and gold plating. Velvet lounge furniture typically dominates. There's room for velvet-upholstered chairs with metal legs, sofas with distinctive decorative stitching, or richly decorated crystal chandeliers. Pillows in decorative covers are a welcome addition to the beds.

It's also worth remembering to skillfully combine elegant furniture with modern, minimalist design elements, such as a simple glass coffee table or a lacquered wooden cabinet.

Glamorous room design — How to do it?

The glamour style is characterized by five key elements: exclusive lighting, a classic color palette, stylized furniture, luxurious materials, and expressive accessories.

Glamorous lighting – the center of attention in a room

Glamor should literally "sparkle." Therefore, the most appropriate models are fixtures with glass and crystal decorations. You can purchase a chandelier with a glass structure and a fabric shade, or pendant lamps with silver or gold bases adorned with crystals.

The glamorous style will be emphasized by:

• High-gloss chrome-plated metal with complex shapes.
• Glossy or slightly translucent fabrics for lamp shades.
• Monochromatic, calm or deep colors that harmoniously complement furniture, curtains, and accessories.

When choosing lighting, it's important to create balance so that the light is spacious and bright, and the lamp elements enhance the interior. To achieve this, it's worth providing multi-level lighting from large chandeliers, accent wall lamps, floor lamps, and table lamps in the same style.

Traditional Colors – the Foundation of Style

The main role is played by the color of the walls, which take on various shades – from classic white to calm beige and gray. Stucco or wallpaper with a contrasting print are most common. Ceilings and floors are usually in neutral, light colors.

Gold and silver play an important role in the decoration of such rooms, but be careful not to overdo it. Glass or painted wall panels, which create a special contrast, are often found in modern glamour style.

Furniture Emphasizing Exclusivity

Although glamour is based on Art Deco and Modern trends, furniture in this style does not look old-fashioned or conservative. A modern interpretation of old styles has become a staple in our interiors. Glamorous furniture includes:

• tufted armchairs made of expensive fabrics,
• chests of drawers, console tables, and sofas with or without laconic legs,
• tables with massive glass or conglomerate tops,
• beds with tufted headboards.

The furniture itself, such as armchairs and sofas, does not necessarily have to be the same in color and shape, but harmony between them should be maintained.

Expensive materials showcasing the elegance of the interior

All materials used in the interior design should be of high quality: high-gloss metal, dense fabrics, as well as expensive leathers, furs, feathers, pearls, and their imitations. They make the interior more refined and embellish accessories, further emphasizing them against the general background.

Designers pay special attention to crystal, glass, rhinestones, and metal, which fill the interior with glamorous sparkle and light. Surfaces made with them create a play of light that looks modern and fashionable.

Sophisticated interior details complement the atmosphere

Gold, silver, and platinum have successfully established themselves in glamorous interiors. The use of picture frames and decorative tableware made of these materials (or rather, their imitations) will add elegance to any room. Partial finishes are also possible, such as silver-plated wallpaper patterns or chrome-plated furniture legs and frames.

Another way to enhance the grandeur of the style is to use glass vases, metal trays, and table lamps and candlesticks made of gold or silver-colored steel. These will coordinate well with other accessories and complement the shine of the metal used in the furniture.