For those who aren't used to hearing or seeing the word 'brocante' in French it basically means 'boot fair' – so the new buzz word in interior design is 'brocante' which sounds far chicer than boot fair! The style encompasses mixing old with new and reflects the current economic climate. It could also be the 'new' shabby chic and it's basis is fundamentally the same.
You visit a brocante and purchase second hand goods, haggle for a good price and grab yourself a bargain. As the saying goes “one man's rubbish (or junk) is another man's treasure”. However, if you don't want a newer version of Shabby Chic you can still grab a bargain as the customary January sales have begun in earnest.
Soft furnishings, curtains, cheap cushions, blinds, kitchen rugs and bedding sale prices means that you don't have to settle for second best or second hand. And whilst I'm not condemning second hand I do wonder why people go for this option where there are so many great finds to be had on the internet and the high street where soft furnishings are concerned.
Ask yourself 'do you really want to sleep on a stranger's used sheets?' - I know I wouldn't go that route – what's your feelings on taking this stance?
Image: A Life's Design
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