I was thrilled to be able to team up with Pottery Barn Dorm again to answer some questions and share a more updated look at my bedroom. If you've been around for a while you may remember me sharing how Pottery Barn Dorm helped to complete my desk space and the organization I discussed for the back of the doors in my room has continued to work perfectly as well.
The area of my room that has undergone the most changes over time has been the corner between my large window and dresser. Purchasing furniture outside of the essentials was something I was hesitant about, which was why deciding on a chair for that corner proved to be especially challenging. I finally settled for a tall cream-colored chair that needed some brightening up with a fun pillow and blanket. Next to the chair are two of my most used storage spaces, my leaning bookshelf and window bench. With new curtains above my window bench that lighten up the room during the day and keep it dark at night (thank goodness for great blackout curtains) the room really feels complete.
Decorating your room is the perfect way to reflect your personal style and it seems as though I've done just that with these updates to tie everything together. Whether you're decorating your first dorm room or apartment, or even giving the bedroom you've lived in for years an update, finding pieces you love that reflect your own style will help to make your space feel more like home. Below is some questions the Pottery Barn Dorm team asked
about my space!
1. How would you describe your style?
For the most part my style tends to be more classic with modern touches thrown in. I love the idea of purchasing high-quality, timeless pieces that I know I'll be able to have for years to come and that can easily be freshened up with more modern pieces. My mom is definitely who I should be thanking for my love of blue and white and much of the inspiration behind my room. The way in which we choose to put together our blue and white pieces is different but she has certainly influenced my personal decorating style. Modern touches are what allow my space to be more youthful and showcase my personality while still being classic enough to use these pieces for years to come.
2. How long have you lived in your apartment?
I moved into my apartment about a year ago. It didn't take long for me to figure out that getting it to look the way I wanted was going to be a process. My room was my main priority since I knew with roommates it would serve as my own space to retreat. Once I felt settled with the way my room looked I was able to focus on the communal living areas more. Even after a year, there are still things I'd love to add to our space.
3. What's one favorite way to instantly
update your room?
Cute throw pillows are definitely one of my favorite way to instantly update my room. For a while, the chair in the corner of my room looked kind of boring since I kept the pillow that came with it. After finding the Fringe Border Monogram Pillow on Pottery Barn Dorm's site the space immediately felt finished and more cohesive.
Another way that I have recently updated my room is by changing out the curtains I have. The window in my room faces to the east, which means I was up when the sun came up. It didn't take me long to invest in these Pom Pom Blackout Curtains from Pottery Barn Dorm. The quality of these curtains far surpasses the ones I had previously and are definitely more stylish with the fun
pom pom accents.
Lastly, my Scallop Statement Pinboard has become a focal point for my room since it draws the eye in almost instantly when you walk in. One easy update is to change the pictures and items on the pinboard. Quotes, photos and items that inspire me hanging in front of me while I study can be motivating and make working a bit more fun while adding a new element of decor to
my overall space.
4. Any tips on mixing and matching decor?
When purchasing furniture, lamps, and even accessories, sticking to the same either gold or silver accent has helped things look more cohesive. I recently incorporated some Shimmer Stripe Bins on my bookshelf which helped that area finally feel like it fit in my room. I also tried to make most of my big furniture pieces which, since that created a blank canvas for me to add in cute blue and white pieces without the mixing and matching feeling too overdone.
I hope that y'all loved getting to see an updated look at my room decor and hear more about the process behind decorating it. Walking into my room, I immediately feel more relaxed knowing that it is a space all my own that reflects my personal style while being functional for my lifestyle! In case you're looking to update your space, I've included some of my favorite Pottery Barn Dorm pieces for you to shop below!
