Shabby chic

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adjective

A style of interior decoration that uses furniture and accessories that look worn out or distressed and with antique elements.

The coffee shop has a shabby chic decor, with old wooden tables and lace tablecloths.
Visual representation of "shabby chic" - A style of interior decoration that uses furniture and accessories that look worn out or distressed and with antique elements.

Often appears as...

  • shabby chic furniture
  • shabby chic decor
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Fashionable Decay

Shabby chic implies a stylish, purposeful use of older, worn items for a cozy, nostalgic feel.

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Her living room was a perfect example of shabby chic, with its intentionally faded couch covers.
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Not Actually Shabby

'Shabby chic' often means items are designed to look old, not that they actually are old or cheap.

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Despite the name, shabby chic items can be quite expensive and high-quality.
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Romantic Vibe

The shabby chic style evokes a romantic, soft aesthetic often using white, pink, and floral patterns.

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The wedding venue was decorated in shabby chic, with roses and white drapes everywhere.
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