by CassaDecor on June 4, 2010
Have you envisioned a lavish interior, but find yourself on a tight budget? Decorating a bathroom does not mean stripping the entire space and starting anew. By incorporating high end bath accessories into your existing suite, you can achieve the bathroom you have always desired. Here are four ways to complement your space with luxury bathroom accessories.
What You Will Need
- Turkish cotton towel collection (bath and hand towels)
- Monogrammed bath sheets
- Marble (stone) bath accessories (soap dish, tumbler, toothbrush holder, lotion pump, tissue cover)
- Polished chrome fixtures (lavatory faucet, bath & shower faucet, towel bar, showerhead)
Step #1: Turkish Bath Towels- The Ancient Luxury Accessory
“Turkish bath towels are an ancient luxury that still holds value in modernity. Made of the finest cotton, these towels are the most elegant and essential accessory needed to create the ultimate bath experience (CassaDecor).” For centuries, Turkish bath towels have been used to evoke a spa-like setting. Best known for their plush feel, Turkish towels are comprised of long fibers that offer absorbency and luxury. When incorporating a Turkish towel collection into your bathroom, choose soft neutrals for a timeless feel.
Photo Credit: Restoration Hardware Turkish Towels White Collection
Step #2: Accessorize with Marble
Marble is one of the most versatile symbols of luxury in design. Coordinating with both traditional and modern spaces, the ageless beauty provides texture and in the bathroom. When selecting marble bath accessories, choose from a collection that is unique in design. Light-colored marble will coordinate with both warm and cool tones.
Photo Credit: Labrazel Calacata Marble
Step #3: Personalize with Monogrammed Bath Sheets
Nothing displays charm quite like monogrammed bath sheets. Monograms can transform a bland bath towel into a tasteful statement of grace. Looking for a DIY project? Repurpose old bath sheets with sew-on monogram patches. Monogrammed bath sheets can also make the perfect gift for guests.
Photo Credit: Etsy 3-Piece Monogrammed Towel Set Sydney
Step #4: Replace Rusted Metals with New Chrome
One of the easiest and cost effective ways to enhance your bathroom is by replacing old fixtures. Polished chrome embodies modernity with a sleek finish and clean lines. Introduce a new collection into your suite with complimenting shower and lavatory faucets. Accentuate the fixtures with common accessories like robe hooks and towel bars. These simple touches to your bathroom will complete the look bringing forth a well balanced interior.
Photo Credit: Kohler Purist Collection
by CassaDecor on June 4, 2010
Summer is almost here which means more fun in the sun! As our wardrobe changes throughout the season, so must our home accessories. Bathroom accessories make decorating effortless because they are affordable décor that can be changed to reflect almost any season. Here is a look at stylish bath accessories for summer.
Photo Credit: E. Spencer Toy for Sunset
Goodbye Sunset, Hello Sunshine
Did you know you can re-energize a space by simply changing the color palette? Steer clear of heavy hues like eggplant, maroon, and black. Commonly associated with fall and winter, these tones are intended to warm you up. Instead, choose a bathroom accessory set that reflects the bright and playful colors of summer. Top summer combinations are teal, lime, canary yellow, and fuchsia. By incorporating lighter colors into your bathroom, your interior will appear both weightless and breezy. Water-colored accessories with an outdoor influence are a gentle reminder of the new change in season.
Decorating Tip: Still want to use dark colors? Mix and match dark tones with light neutrals to soften up the space.
Photo Credit: Lenox Simply Fine Bath Accessories, Chirp Collection
Cool Down with Ceramic Bathroom Accessories
For years, ceramic accessories have been disregarded as old-fashioned décor. Not anymore! These bath accessories highlight the essentials of modern design. The clean lines of ceramic bath accessories create a polished space void of ornate frills. The streamline appearance of ceramic will make your bathroom feel both clean and uncluttered. When the temperatures begin to rise, it is good to have décor that can cool a space.
Decorating Tip: Discover a French inspired bathroom with ceramic accessories. Choose vintage pieces paired with soft hues of blues and yellows. To complete the look, incorporate summer inspired flowers into your space for the ultimate chateau retreat.
Photo Credit: Pottery Barn Black & White Apothecary Bath Accessories
Purify Your Bath with Organic Accessories
Natural décor is a growing trend in contemporary bathroom accessories due to their sustainability and resilience. Bamboo and other warm woods set the tone for “green ambiance” in your bathroom. For the minimalist at heart, their streamlined composition creates a silent dominance in the space.
Decorating Tip: Organic cotton bath towels are a wonderful addition to your suite for their opulent feel and chemical free composition. Spruce up your bathroom with cheerful summer prints. Floral and sea inspired designs will turn your bathroom into a wonderful, summer retreat.
Photo Credit: Crate and Barrel Bamboo Bath Accessories
by ilana bondell on June 4, 2010
Oil spills, floods, forest destruction. We all know our planet could use all the help it can get. Fortunately, with thousands upon thousands of “green” products at our disposal it’s getting consistently easier to lead an eco-friendly—and still chic—life. This Living Green section of the CassaDecor blog will point you in the right direction of stylish products, labels, and sites we love that will aid you in living an environmentally responsible life.
You can instantly add a cool yet homey touch to any house with candles—all the more chic when green, made with materials like soy, palm oil, or beeswax. Clean burning candles, like DayNa Decker’s fabulous EcoCouture collection, keep away those bad neurotoxins and carcinogens. Decker’s candles are unique because her eco-friendly wicks are wooden—thus producing that delicious, sitting-by-the-fire crackling sound. They’re set in natural wax, infused with botanicals, and come in a sleek hand-blown glass container.
Paddywax, a family-run company based out of Atlanta, offers very affordable, cute candles in their Eco Collection. They are truly committed to a green product from start to finish, including soy-based inks, recycled chlorine-free paper, soy wax and hemp twine—though you’d never guess from looking at the line! They come in a variety of clean, lovely scents such as “Bamboo & Green Tea” and “Verbena & Lemongrass.”
Based out of Laguna Beach, CA and perfect for any of your dinner party or mood-setting needs, Laguna Candles offers elegant designer soy and natural beeswax candles. They are biodegradable, clean-burning, do not contain paraffin wax (which wastes oil in its production and creates a black, toxin-filled soot), and a portion of every sale goes to cancer research. Talk about feel-good shopping. For everything from votives to pillars to tealights, they have great variety and an even better company message.
by CassaDecor on April 21, 2010
Photo credit: Porcelanosa Bath / porcelanosa-usa.com
The perfect bathroom entails a well designed layout, up to date furnishings, and bathroom accessories that pull the décor together. Just how important are coordinates? Very. Here are ways to enhance your modern bathroom with coordinating accessories.
(Things You’ll Need)
- Toilet Tissue Holder
- Towel Bars
- Robe Hooks
- Bath Towels
- Soap Dish/Tumbler
- Shower Curtain (optional)
(Instructions)
Quality over Quantity
The best designed bathroom is one that focuses on the essentials. Too many bathroom accessories can make your space look extremely cluttered. Instead, focus on ensembles that are both functional and favorable to your space.
Eco-Chic Will Never Go Out of Style
Photo credit: Bamboo Accessories / goodhousekeeping.com
Sustainable design is a growing trend in interior decorating that will never go out of style. Bamboo bath accessories are a popular choice due to their resilient, eco-friendly nature. Most ensembles incorporate warm honey tones that awaken a spa-like quality to your bathroom. Bamboo not only compliments contemporary spaces, but also classic suites making it very versatile.
Add Luxury with Organic Bath Towels
Photo credit: Organic Bath Towel / hotspaessentials.com
Organic bath décor does not end with tissue holders and soap dispensers. Organic cotton towels evoke the ultimate resort experience with their plush feel. Manufactured without toxic chemicals, organic bath sets offer elegance without harm to the environment.
Metals Enhance Modernity
Photo credit: “Luxury Suite” / macys.com/hotelcollection
Looking for a sleek minimalist retreat? Enhance your modern space by adding metallic coordinates to your suite. Metal bath accessories streamline modern design by offering a clean and lustrous touch to your space. The streamline design of metal coordinates accentuates the concept of modern being both functional and fundamental.
Coordinates Should Coordinate
There is nothing like an over styled bathroom full of items that clash. When designing your bathroom, it is imperative to stick to a theme. Do not add blazing colors if your objective is to create a calm suite. Keep a consistent palette around your bathroom that enhances the intentions of your space.
(Tips & Warnings)
- Utilize your bathroom storage to remove countertop clutter. Try storing toothbrushes , toothpastes, and lotions inside the vanity
- Choose soft and relaxing hues for your bath towels to create a minimalist theme in your bathroom
- Polished chrome bathroom accessories are a popular choice for their flawless appearance. Darker tones like bronze and black metal help conceal unwanted blemishes
by CassaDecor on April 21, 2010
Does your home still reflect the heavy furnishings of winter? As we have entered a new season, it is time to rejuvenate our interiors by making them spring chic. One of the easiest ways to decorate your home is by simply changing your linens.
(Things You’ll Need)
- Bed in a Bag (optional)
- Duvet Cover
- (Turkish) Bath Towels
- Shower Curtain
(Instructions)
Go Bright!
Spring is a joyous season representing both life and new beginnings. Colors are often bright and airy signifying a time of relaxation. Use duvet covers with either a festive pattern or dazzling color. Popular spring colors include lime green, canary yellow, orchid, and teal.
Photo credit: Blissliving Home Kew Duvet Set / bobbyberkhome.com
Florals Aren’t Just Outdoors
Photo credit: Unikko Floral Bedding / Marimekko.fi
Nothing says springtime like floral bedding. Bed in bag collections with soft botanic patterns brings the garden into your suite. Whether you are creating a country or modern ambiance, fine bed linens full of blooms will add luxury to your space.
Shed Away Excess Material
Photo credit: thetrendybed.com
Winter bedding ensembles were intended to keep up warm during harsh weather. It however can backfire. Luxury bed linens for spring should be as light weight as possible. Trade in your flannel collections for cotton and linen bedding. Want more luxury? Spoil yourself with Egyptian cotton bed sheets that will provide a more lustrous experience.
Cool Your Bath Linens with Neutral Tones
Photo credit: Mirko Turkish Bath Towel / mirko.com
Spring is not just about pastels and bright colors. Regenerate your bathroom décor with calming neutrals that mirror the season’s outdoor charm. Turkish bath towels are a traditional accent that is commonly found in modern interiors. Unbleached, these towels offer a hint of color that will compliment your space.
Lighten Up with a New Shower Curtain
Photo credit: Larch Shower Curtain / apartmenttherapy.com
Shower curtains can be one of the most neglected accessories in a bathroom when it can in fact be the anchor. Changing your shower curtain to accommodate the season can give your space a much needed boost. Take a chance on design with shower curtains that are colorful and pleasant.
(Tips & Warnings)
- Not comfortable with bright colors? Pair a neutral duvet cover with colorful linens
- Goose down comforters may still be needed in transitional months (e.g. March and April)
- Splash a touch of color into an all beige room to enhance its spring appeal
by CassaDecor on April 20, 2010
Now that spring is in full bloom, it is time to bring ourselves up to season. Spring inspired décor is more dynamic re-energizing our interiors with beaming colors. Freshen up your home with the stylish colors and patterns of spring.
Easter Eggs Are Not Cliché
Image credit: SavannahFineLinens.com (Blissliving Home Latham Pillow)
This season, pastels are the attractive choice for decorative pillows. Yellow, teal, lime and orchid are dominating showrooms with their enjoyable hues. Pastels are not overly dramatic thus evoking a lighter environment. Its colors are playful while assisting to warm up your space. Soft hued accent pillows are the perfect match for stark interiors because they intensify the room without being overbearing.
Floral Elegance
Image credit: 2Modern.com (Inhabit Lotus Pillow)
Contemporary throw pillows have evolved to include floral designs. Commonly associated with country cottage décor, floral prints have been type cast in the decorating community, but not anymore. Floral prints are out shinning solid pillows with their abstract patterns and splash of color. Botanical throw pillows help anchor color schemes while diversifying the design palette.
Graphic Art
 Image credits:
(1) Aimee Wilder Analog Nights Pillow, LNT.com
(2) Urbancase Subway Cushion, NYTimes.com
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Also known as “graffiti glam,” graphic accent pillows are a great way to amplify urban décor. There is such diversity in pattern and design that all tastes can be accommodated.
City Chic- Abstract imagery with inquisitive designs help keep contemporary spaces active. Modern pillows have now become so dynamic that they function as another vessel for art to flow through the home. Current style trends include repetitive pop art images as well as a showcase of simplistic urban themes.
Geometric Precision- Sometimes, the best approach to design is simplicity in pattern.
Basic forms have emerged making a strong impression in the home furnishing industry. Organic prints comprised of asymmetrical designs are an excellent way to add depth and dimension to your space.
A Textured Touch- Want to make your interiors pop? Try incorporating texture. While patterns and prints stimulate a room, they do not evoke a dimensional surface. Throw pillows that incorporate different textures thrust your space into a new level. Pairing solid pillows with cushions made of metallic and woven linens will achieve a well rounded abode.
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by CassaDecor on March 17, 2010
Self indulgence is not defined by a spa. In the unfortunate time of a recession, so many women believe they cannot afford the splendors of a spa experience. Don’t fret, get creative! Luxurious bathrobes are the first step to bringing the spa to your home.
Photo credit: Candlelight Messages
A quality bathrobe is a woman’s weapon in combating the recession blues. Not only do they function as cover-ups, but also a statement of luxury. Terry cotton robes for example offer a soft feel and thick coating against cool climates. Both terry and cotton have a natural absorption quality making them ideal for the bathroom. Want to exercise your green thumb? Use organic luxury bathrobes as they do not contain the same toxins and irritants as non-organic robes.
Photo Credit: A. Chu/Getty Images
Spa Trick #1: Using bath salts treat yourself to a soothing bath while playing calming music in the background. When finished, relax in your plush, cotton bathrobe.
Looking for something more lightweight? Lightweight bathrobes offer a more intimate and fashionable appeal. Stripping away the “unisex” look, lighter bathrobes offer a feminine touch. Silk is the top choice radiating elegance and luxury. Like cotton, silk (as a natural fabric) has its own great benefits. With a natural protein structure, silk is a hypoallergenic material making it perfect for those with allergies. Silk also has natural thermostatic properties that cool you in the summer, and keep you toasty in the winter.
Photo credit: Baron Boutique
Spa Trick #2: Soak your feet in a basin full of warm water and salts to give yourself a pedicure. Use a pumice stone to exfoliate your skin. Afterwards, paint your toes to finish off the treatment.
Nothing completes a great bathrobe better than coordinates. Now and days, many robes come in sets featuring fashion-friendly bathrobes and slippers. Slippers are the perfect finishing touch to a bathrobe as it protects your feet against the elements while continuing the style of your cover-up.
Photo credit: Tambourine Mountain Spa Essentials
Spa Trick #3: Invite your gal pals over for a night of casual leisure in your bathrobes and slippers!
by CassaDecor on March 17, 2010
For years, shower mats have been viewed as the dreaded bathroom accessory. Typically white or clear, traditional shower mats were functional, but extremely dated for modern times. Notorious for leaving tub outlines, one thing is undeniable: shower mats offer non-slip protection. For this reason, non-slip shower mats are a favorable choice in the bathroom for their safety and stability. Though functional, can shower mats make the transition into modernity? Modern trends often take a minimalist approach to design focusing on both practicality and the essentials. Less has become more. As we continue into a new decade, bath and shower mats have evolved becoming fashionable, minimalist furnishings for the bathroom.
Trend #1: All About Bamboo
Photo credit: CB2 (Bamboo Bath Mat)
As the fastest growing plant on Earth, bamboo is truly a renewable resource. Bamboo shower mats are a very popular choice in the bathroom due to their antibacterial qualities. As bamboo naturally produces anti-fungal substances, it is extremely resistant to bacteria making it perfect for wet areas. No more worries about bathroom shower mats that scream of mold! Recreate your spa experience by incorporating the warm colors of bamboo wood.
Trend #2: Become Earth Inspired
Who said bath mats had to be bland? More companies are joining the bandwagon by creating modern mats that incorporate different styles and textures. One popular style is the pebble mat. Pebble mats evoke an earth-inspired interior by bringing the outside in. Like natural stones, the uneven surface of pebble mats can provide a therapeutic feel underfoot. Pebble shower mats with a center drain hole are commonly used for their tough grip. Outdoor shower mats also incorporate the pebble design as an enhancement to the landscape.
Photo credit: The Storage Store (Green Pebble Shower Mat)
Trend #3: Minimal Means Simple
Can you remember when large shower mats covered the entire tub? Luckily, newer mats focus on function without swallowing your bathroom. Today’s shower mats are smaller, sleeker, and efficient. Simplistic designs allow them to be transformed into non-skid shower mats that concentrate on safety.
Photo credit: Bed Bath Store (Slip X Bathtub and Shower Safety Treads)
by CassaDecor on March 17, 2010
The recession has not only affected the economy, but also household spending habits. Many have resorted to purchasing inexpensive furnishings in order to decorate on a budget. Should quality be compromised? Luxury bedding sets are an important addition to your suite because they are both durable and cost effective in the long run.
Photo credit: Royal Designer Linens (Calvin Klein Bedding)
Luxury Bed Linens Are Dependable
The average person spends over one third of their life sleeping. Dependable bed linens are vital for longevity. Quality bedding like Egyptian cotton gets more flexible and softer after washes making it long lasting. “This saves you the initial money of purchasing new sheets, but it also saves you the time and hassle of running back and forth to the store.. (The Bedding Guru)” Many people do not realize that your bed can be considered a high traffic area as it is used on a daily basis. Bed sheets are continuously washed on a frequent basis often causing wear and sometimes tear. Purchasing luxury bed linens help make sure that your sheets can withstand daily use.
Luxury Bedding Ensembles Are Affordable
Designers are now making luxury bedding affordable in order to target customers who are scaling back in budget. It is estimated that designer luxury bedding is comparable to the price of cheap bedding two years ago. One of the most affordable options is bedding in a bag because it pieces together the essentials needed to transform your suite at a manageable price.
Luxury Bedding Collections Are Comfy
In modern design, comfort beats aesthetic. Comfortable luxury bedding focuses on function as well as feel. With a growing desire for relaxation, 2010 bedding trends demonstrate simplistic linens that offer rejuvenation. The days of bulky bedding full of gaudy pillows and throws is over. It is instead replaced by plush comforters and soft, breathable cotton sheets. Can comfort translate into elegant, luxury bedding? Yes! Although sheet sets are scaling down their flashy threads, elegance is not lost. Bedding ensembles that feature splashes of exotic prints (e.g. zebra and leopard) can spice up your collection.
by CassaDecor on March 17, 2010
As the largest natural fiber in the textile industry, cotton has become the top renewable resource. From exclusive boutiques to affordable department stores, more companies are responding to the “green” movement by featuring organic cotton in their home collections. Did you know that organic cotton not only benefits the environment, but also your interior? Below is a breakdown of organic cotton and simple solutions that will help to green your home.
Photo Credit: Trend Updates
Wait, What Is Organic Cotton?
Before purchasing organic products, you should first understand what it is and why it’s special. Organic cotton is set apart because of its unique growing process. Unlike other materials, organic cotton is grown without the use of pesticides and harsh fertilizers.
How Is Organic Cotton Different From Regular Cotton?
Did you know that more chemicals are used on cotton than any other crop? Yikes! Both organic and regular cotton are breathable, plush, and extremely absorbent. Yet, non-organic cotton is over saturated in chemicals and enhancements. What does this mean? Because of the chemicals used, non-organic cotton not only damages the environment, but can also be detrimental to your health. High levels of pesticides have been linked to diseases, disorders, and even cancer.
Photo Credit: KushTush Organics (Organic Indian Cotton Towels)
Solution #1: Organic Towel Sets Can Transform Your Bathroom
Treat your bathroom with the TLC it deserves by incorporating organic cotton towels. Compared to synthetic fabrics, cotton can withstand years of washing without breaking down and losing fibers. Organic cotton towels offer these benefits in addition to carefree living as they are void of harmful toxins and pesticides.
Solution #2: Protect Your Children With Organic Cotton Bath Sheets
Children frequently fall victim to rashes and health risks caused by harmful irritants in simple household products. By changing your current washcloths to organic cotton, you are making a vow to use accessories that are grown 100% free of dangerous toxins and pesticides. It is simple changes now that can have a long term effect.
Solution #3: Design An Earth-Inspired Guest Bathroom With Organic Hand Towels
Earth tones like clay and moss are both soothing to the eye and create a relaxing interior. Subtle incorporations of organic hand towels can turn a drab power room into a “simplistic chic” space.
