Shabby Chic Furniture

Shabby Chic Furniture

Beauty, comfort and function are the three main objectives of any piece of shabby chic furniture. Hardwearing, quality pieces that have a vintage or antique feel have been customised to appear distressed or aged. Furniture is thickly painted, sometimes in alternating colours, then sanded or crackle glazed to reveal the layers and colours, giving an imperfect finish that lends character to the piece
Alsace Painted Dining Furniture

If you want your furniture to stand out and make a bold statement, then Alsace is for you. Certainly, not for the feint hearted, this eclectic mix of Blue/Green, bordering on Turquoise is a conversation point. Dashing, different, uncompromising, heavy distressed painted finish, again based on classical antique designs with that extra bit of individuality and extroversion.

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Augustus Shabby Chic Bedroom Furniture

Embodying quality craftsmanship and staying true to our shabby chic aesthetic, the Augustus range is full of character. Its contrasting tones of antique black and vintage off-white add life to any interior and the French influence shines through beautifully in the carved and curved details.

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Shabby Chic Furniture

Shabby chic French furniture takes the beauty and delicacy of the classic French style and merges it with a distressed antique finish. It’s all about combining elegance with playfulness to create a piece of furniture that doesn’t take itself too seriously, but still looks stunning all the same.

The key to French interiors is imperfection. For instance, the Rococo style is all about asymmetry, looking the part in a space that appears lived-in rather than refined and polished. Therefore, this furniture doesn’t need to be brand new and painted until it looks impeccable. In the past, the pieces that stood out most in an interior were the heirlooms that had been owned by a family for years and the antique pieces that nobody wanted to throw out. As a result, it has become fashionable to own these antique items.

 

What is shabby chic furniture?

Shabby chic furniture refers to items that look distressed from years of use. This could be an antique or a new piece that’s been made to look older than it is. Furniture pieces that are not genuine antiques are usually chosen for their uncanny resemblance to older furnishings, such as their appearance of age or signs of wear and tear.

To achieve this highly sought-after shabby chic look, the furniture is usually thickly painted and then sanded to reveal the wood underneath. For a heavily distressed look, the paint is subjected to heat which makes it crack and fall away.

Beauty, comfort and function are three of the main objectives of any Crown French piece and our collection of shabby chic French style furniture certainly does not hold any exceptions to this. This style really allows your creativity to show through in your home and will truly complete a space, giving the area a whole new look and feel.

Our Alsace Turquoise Dining Furniture demonstrates the beauty of timeworn wood and how you can play about with colours, finishes and even small details such as door handles.

 

French shabby chicbedroom ideas

The bed will be the focus of the room, so make it a statement by adding accessories. If you have a rattan bed, it can be embellished through the use of luxurious throws and plush cushions. This will help you to achieve a cosy, softened room too. To create an impression of depth and warmth, you could layer different materials and textures.

Delicate patterns will finish off your boudoir to perfection. Vintage patterns are the ideal match for shabby chic, so add some pretty printed wallpaper to create additional texture. A large gilt-framed mirror will complete the room and add a touch of opulence.

 

Find the perfect finishing touch

After you have chosen the perfect shabby chic French furniture for your home, finding the best accessories to complement your interior can act as the final touch you’ve been looking for. From vintage-style chandeliers and stylish lamps to beautifully crafted dinnerware and glassware, we have everything you need to make your interior design dreams come true.

Check out our full range today, and if you need any further information or advice regarding any of our collections, don’t hesitate to get in touch. A member of our friendly team will be more than happy to help.