While my daily clothing style stays just about consistent, when decorating my habitat I tend to be a little more fickle on day to day inspirations. You will rarely ever find me wearing anything gold, bronze, or anywhere in the Oscar®-similar shade but lately, when it comes to my space, I've been hooked on the lux shine. Small hints of the metallic color can transform your space into an ultra-modern kind of mood but there's no need in blowing your budget to get the look. Just check out these affordable examples if you want to give the 'Go for Gold' upgrade a try.
1. Morton Skull - Z Gallerie • Stack this guy on books or solo on a shelf to get a punch of shine in a usually dull spot around your home. I'm currently using one as a book end on my fireplace mantle.
2. Gallery 33" Brass Wall Mirror - CB2 • Mirrors are like shoes, you can never have too many. I love the muted gold [also called brass] detail that gives a basic mirror a bit more of an elevated design esthetic.
3. Threshod™ Desktop Globe w/ Gold Base - Target • Travel obsessed, I love having a globe near my desk in hopes of inspiring my next big travel adventure. Just upgrade a basic globe with a cool black and gold one.
4. Studio Tripod Floor Lamp - West Elm • I love the industrial feel of a studio style floor lamp. The gold tones and wood accents just help to give a more modern and less cold appeal.
5. Marble Oval Coffee Table - West Elm • Marble can always be a bit of an investment but this piece from West Elm is easily transitional into any kind of home style so it's worth every dollar saved.
6. Geo Bottle Stoppers - West Elm • For the entertainer that wants to dress to impress the table.
7. Glass Shadow Boxes - West Elm • One of my favorite ways of organizing smaller accessories. I house everything from bar-ties and jewelry to even polaroids in these beautiful accents.
First two images by CB2