Guest Picks: Get Your Glam on With Black and Gold
http://www.decor-ideas.org 08/18/2014 00:14 Decor Ideas
Some things are just meant to be together: peanut butter and jelly, movies and popcorn, cookies and milk — and black and gold. This powerful color pairing brings a classy sophistication and a bold, edgy touch to any decor. The combo is versatile and lends itself well to both casual and formal designs as well as any style. Below I have rounded up some of my favorite black and gold decor accessories. — Michelle from AM Dolce Vita
Amber Signature Scented Candle, Black and 24K Gold - $60This black and gold candle jar is stunning, and the scent inside is sure to become one of your favorites. Keep one on your bedside table, in your master bath or even on the kitchen counter for a little pick-me-up anytime you want it.Buy
Alumix Ext Lux High-End Bathroom Sink, Black/Gold - $1,500Looking for a major statement piece for your bathroom? This luxurious and avant-garde sink will definitely fit the bill.Buy
Branch Coral on Black Base, Gold - $336I love this nautical decor accessory with a glamorous twist.Buy
Knowledge in the Brain Bookends, Black/Gold - $199.95Looking to jazz up your bookshelf? This pair of brain bookends, designed by Karim Rashid, is just what you need. They’re fun, and they’ll suit a modern bookcase perfectly.Buy
Bassett Mirror Villa Granada Buffett Server, Black, Gold and Crystal - $1,978Black, gold and crystal are a combination made in heaven! This Regency-style buffet is full of drama, yet clean-lined enough to work in dining rooms of all styles.Buy
Bassett Mirror Hoxton Table Lamp, Black and Gold Ceramic - $218I never knew black and gold could be so much fun together until I saw this Hoxton polka dot table lamp. It looks serious enough for an elegant and sophisticated living room, yet it’s still lighthearted enough for a nursery or home office.Buy
Zuo Modern Amarillite Ceiling Lamp, Antique Black, Gold and Brass - $138Imagine hanging three of these pendant lights over a kitchen island, surrounded by white cabinetry with brass hardware. Who wouldn't want to cook in that kitchen?Buy
Wayborn Room Divider, Black/Gold - $673.39More than simply separating, room dividers can bring a new look to a space by adding texture or serving as artwork. This graphic, geometric black and gold divider is not for the faint of heart. It’s very Great Gatsby!Buy
Black/Gold Porcelain Keyed Interior-Exterior Door Lock Knob Set - $59Sometimes the best design is in the finishing details. Add a touch of nostalgic charm with this black and gold porcelain doorknob.Buy
L’Objet Library Bibliotheque Black and Gold Obelisk - $250Use this stately and sculptural obelisk in a more formal setting.Buy
Ankara Black and Gold Solid Wood Hand-Carved Sunburst Mirror - $1,080Mirrors provide more than just decoration. When placed strategically, they will make a room seem larger. This intricate black and gold hand-carved piece will also act as artwork.Buy
Black/Gold Pillow by Sukan - $35.60Pillows are a natural choice if you are looking to try out a new style. They are an inexpensive way to experiment, and they aren’t permanent, so when you are over the trend, just swap them out. Plus, they are versatile and can go into practically any room.
Paris Photography, Street Light Print by Photography by Anita - $23.87We all know Paris is a picturesque place. You can take a photo of a random street corner, and it will be stylish enough to grace your wall. I fell deeply in love with this black- and gold-toned photo by Anita Waters. I would blow it up and hang it behind my desk so it’s the first thing people see.
Paris Oversize Art Print by The Paris Print Shop - $24Channel your inner chic geek with this vintage-inspired Paris bicycle print.
Signed Georges Briard Midcentury Highball Glasses by Aysis Vintage, Set of 5These vintage highball glasses have midcentury modern appeal with their crisp, geometric black and gold pattern. They are just what you need to complete a glamorous bar nook.
Harlequin Bath Rug - $199Want to introduce black and gold into a bathroom but don’t want to be stuck with it forever? (Yes, I’m talking about black and gold plumbing fixtures.) Try starting small with these bath mats.
Hue, Limited Edition - $100This new collectible edition of Hue by celebrity designer Kelly Wearstler comes in a special gift size with a classic, graphic black and white linen slipcover. It makes a perfect coffee table book.
Pineapple Wallpaper, Ebony - $175I am totally digging this contemporary pineapple wallpaper in black and gold, with a bright pop of green. I can see this packing a punch in a powder room or in a dining room above white wainscoting.
Queen Anne Wallpaper, Ebony - $135This Queen Anne wallpaper by Rifle Paper features intricate golden florals on an ebony background. It is feminine yet powerful, making it versatile for almost any room, from a grown-up girl’s bedroom to a dining room.
Oval House Number With Large Pineapple - $305A simple yet glamorous house-number plaque in striking black and gold is the perfect way to set the tone for what’s beyond the front door.
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