Decorating Advice to Steal From Your Suit
When my clients ask me what I mean by “the tailored look,” I often refer to a beautifully tailored suit. Much like a fine suit, a tailored decorating scheme must be custom fit perfectly, with close attention paid to function as well as comfort. As Leo, my tailor, sums it up, “Sophie, it’s quite simple: Tailor made is made to measure. It works with you and your body. It is structured; it is in proportion; the lining is as important as the buttonhole; and the drape of the fabric is as important as the stitching.”
We can take Leo’s suit-tailoring points into our homes by creating a balanced style that has strong lines, a harmonious color palette and a scheme in which every fine detail is as important as the next. Here’s how to get a tailored look your home will love to wear forever. More…
