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If I ever decide to go "glam," this is the way I would go. This bedroom would fit my lifestyle – a 9-to-5er with a bedroom fit for a movie star. It's not over-the-top but it's infused with fantasy. In other words, this bedroom is daring but oh-so-livable.
Invite a dash of 40s glamour with accents of gold and shimmer.
Photo: Living Etc. published by IPC Media
I wouldn't normally put together hot pink throw pillows with a shiny black chandelier. However, they look fabulous in this setting; shades of pink and brown complement each other.
But my favorite element is the wallpaper. It's on one wall only -- and that's all that's needed. Graphic yet neutral, the wallpaper's background has a slight shimmer that is in keeping with the room's glam aesthetic. To get in touch with your inner starlet, scroll through some products to get the look for less.
Accessories with shine like gold or bronze will strike a perfect balance with brown wood furniture. It's an instant personality change.
Retro Platform Bed, $499; 28" Floor Vase, $69.99; Tahoe Chest, $399
Not only do pinks and browns achieve the 40s feel but so does a bedroom side table with a retro silhouette.
Saturna Silk pillow, $49.95; Madeleine Coverlet, from $243; Century Nightstand, $199
Consider either crystal, leather or shag to add texture to your room. Together, however they can bring the look to a whole new level.
Crystal Chandelier, $297; Ottoman (available in Eggshell), $499; Dalyn Shag Rug, from $79
Here, a stylish welcome as you enter the bedroom. Go bold and flocked on a neutral background wallpaper for instant understated glamour.
