Guest Blogger: A Perfect Gray
Hello, From the Right Bank fans! I’m Donna from A Perfect Gray. I am beyond thrilled to be filling in for Ally, one of my very favorite bloggers and I’m happy to be sharing one of my favorite design trends with you today…
Antique Mirrors
I am crazy for mirrors and especially for antique mirrors. For me, their time worn beauty brings character to a room in a way that no other piece can. When I see a lovely antique mirror in a room, it always stops me in my tracks.
via Coco+Kelley
Antique mirrors go perfectly with the bohemian vibe I love right now:
via Bohemian Shoebox
via Bohemian Shoebox
Simon Brown photo via Bright Bazaar
We are also seeing antique and ‘antiqued’ mirrors in beautiful rooms by top designers:
For a look of drop-dead beauty, it’s antiqued mirrors for me!
Carrie Hayden, Designer, in House Beautiful via This is Glamorous
LOVELY!!!!!!!! I love these mirrors, what a inspiring post! Janell
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These days, I'm all about the "Grey" as my neutral base. Benjamin Moore has "Hatteras Sand" that is light and warm, and changes as the light and dark in the room alters the view.
It makes all the other colors seem fresh and new.
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Such gorgeous photos, Donna! And they're all new to me, which I love.
Fantastic post!
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I do love interesting mirrors, especially ones with folk art frames.
I began to really notice antique spotty mirrors a while back and would love to have one of my very own!
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Fab pics and it is great to see something being used in such an attractive way that would otherwise be discarded. One man's rubbish is another man's treasure ….(or woman)
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I simply love the mirror been used as a headboard, and the antiqued mirror in the kitchen. Thanks for having Donna over.
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this is definitely a trend worth emulating! i think the unexpected use of an antique mirror in a bedroom or a kitchen is bohemian chic at its best. thank you, ally, for sharing donna with us today! lovely post.
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Simply beautiful! They are hard to come by though unless you want to spend a small fortune.
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So excited to see that you were the guest host here, today!! All of these images are lovely and I'm especially drawn to how the mirrors were used in the dining room picture ~ really beautiful!
xx Suzanne
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Beautiful! There are few things as organically artistic as an antique mirror! Definitely a look that will endure!!
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What a great collection! I can never get enough mirrors!
Oh Mirror, mirror on the wall
I have been smitten with mirrors for a long time! That mirror turned headboard in first image seals the deal. Beyond fabulous!!
I'm with you! Antique mirrors are beautiful. I am actually looking for one now for our living room – thanks for the inspiration!
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Wonderful post — I have an antique mirror in my powder bath — now I want them everywhere!!
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Great trend! I also love antiqued mirrors as tabletops. The patina can be just so lovely.
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Fabulous post! You did such a great job! I would really like to know how to "antique" a mirror. I wonder if there is any DIY on this, seems like it could be done with the right stuff, hmmm…
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Oh wow, yes, gorgeous! The bedroom (second from the bottom) is just perfect.
I've loved antiqued mirrors for as long as I can remember… they used to be so rare, now they are more accessible!!! You found some terrific images as usual and shown them at their stunning best. Great post Donna
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Hello dear Donna – delightful to find you here!
Yes antique mirrors are fantastic, especially when they come with that smokey, stained glass that just seem to add more intrigue and charm to them.
I so agree that they bring a softness to a room, and a lovely boho vibe, but they look equally fantastic in a stark or modern setting. The love is in the contrast in my humble opinion and you illustrated this very well through your stunning photos.
Wondeful post my dear.
xx C
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ohhhh 2 of my favorite people all wrapped into one… have a great weekend xx
an mirrors? is there a mtg for this addiction? i have so many in my home.. and the store… and i cannot seem to stop…
Thanks for bringing Donna over, we can't read enough of my 'follower gray lover' beautiful posts.
Love the bedroom with the gray border
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Have a great Sunday
x desiree
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Great post Donna! There isn't one mirror here that I am not in total and complete love with…literally want each and every one!
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Hello!
Ah I love antique mirrors. They are so charming! Nice post!
Gintare
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so very yummy! They bring such character to every room.
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You find such beautiful things! I know what you mean about mirrors – they add so much to a room. I love finding them at flea markets so I can make them my own
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Donna, what a lovely post from lovely you! Love it all! Can I add any more love…???
Love (!), Mon
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Goregous, as always, Donna.
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Well Donna, fancy finding you here! You have a great eye. I adore antique mirrors but rarely run into them in shops. Just as well I suspect, would be painful to not take one home.
Great post as always! xx
Antique mirrors fascinate me. The stories behind them, who held them, who looked into them, were they happy? Were they sad? Did they take a quick look before answering the door, or meeting a true love?
Donna so many gorgeous rooms with mirrors Really enchanting!!
xoxo
Karena
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