Hailed by many as the fashion capital of the world, there is every reason to look to Paris for the latest interior design trends . More recently, the Paris Grandma aesthetic has been making waves. A little luxurious, with a polite dash of quintessentially French provincial style to it, this look is a true character that is not the easiest to define or get right.
Especially when we are more often than not, re-shaping minimalism, and choosing neutral interiors , featuring a look that errs on the side of flamboyant might come as a surprise. So what do the designers think of the eclectic vintage vibe? We spoke with a handful of experts to hear how they interpret the latest aesthetic that maximalists and part-time minimalists might just love. Parisian grandma is politely over-the-top Humbert & Poyet , Projet Alexis Mabille Paris , photography: © Francis Amiand Photographe Depending on the era, family heirlooms and antiques can be ornate, colorful or even a little kitsch with this look.
It works on all accounts. 'The Paris Grandma Aesthetic blends luxury and laid-back comfort, with a dash of glam,' says Noelle Harvey , Owner, Principal Designer, and Creative Director of Sunday House. 'At Sunday House, we love it because it is timeless with one or two over-the-top touches that add that extra joie de vivre.
' Think luxurious colors and heady materials, all done with balance and good taste. 'It’s also highly textural in that soft, rich fabrics are layered so that it feels both cozy .