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To kick us off, here is my personal list of ingredients
for a sensuous bedroom:
Silk charmeuse coverlet in a WINDSOR SMITH ROOM IN A BOX |
1. Soft and sumptuous
bedding:
An inviting bed is
perhaps the most crucial element in creating an intimate bedroom. A custom Deborah Sharpe silk charmeuse coverlet in a dreamy color is a lovely luxury to
top off any bed and turn up the romance factor.
If you are thinking of splurging on some new basics, a simple yet timeless and especially
luxurious choice is the Hotel Charme bedding by Frette.
For a more refined yet "lived in" feel I love linen, and Restoration Hardware has some great selections which are currently discounted. Ideally, all your
bedding would be ironed (here are some tips),
but if you cannot spare the time simply pressing the top of the flat sheet as
well as the pillow shams will do the trick.
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Everyone knows
scented candles are a given for a romantic setting, but why not complete your
scent-sual experience by slipping a vintage hankie or linen cocktail napkin
sprayed with your favorite fragrance under the fitted sheet or pillow
case? I love Byredo's Blanche Eau de Parfum
and Jo Malone's Lime Basil line.
3. Space within a space:
Originally used by
lords and noblemen in Medieval Europe to maintain warmth and provide privacy
from their attendants, canopy and four-poster beds create an intimate feeling
of enclosure. My canopy bed makes me feel as if I am “in the fold” with my
husband and helps us forget about the outside world at the end of our hectic
days.
4. Finishing Touches:
4. Finishing Touches:
I like to keep a
stack of poetry books near the bed, and occasionally try to spend a few moments
reading them alone or together. I also keep a simple silver pen and some little
note cards from Sugar Paper handy, sometimes slipping a quick love note to my husband or tucking one into
his luggage before a business trip. Stashing a soft red El Casco backgammon set in
your nightstand is always fun too!
What are some of your go-to touches to help keep the romance
alive in your bedroom?
Hope your day is wonderful!
xoxo,
Windsor
Hope your day is wonderful!
xoxo,
Windsor
Fantastic. Love. Beautiful and informative. PERECT!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lisa! Hope you had a lovely Valentine's Day!
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