A Shiny Look

Diwali might be over, but the festivity should continue. Here's how to keep up the festive look
The colours of an Indian festival are bright and bold; but there is no reason to use only these for your decoration. Try a mix and match approach, with touches of silver and gold to add excitement. Many home décor stores give variations on these two colours in almost all genres, be it accents, soft furnishings and even furniture. So cushion covers in gold and silver zardosi or sequins, which will sparkle in the candlelight, are head turners for sure.
Rajat Singhi of Address Home, the lifestyle and furnishings store says, "To get excitement at home, you can go for metal, from platters, bowls, lanterns and crystal encrusted candelabras to tablemats and serving pieces are the perfect accent. There are dinnerware options in metallic platinum, gold and colours too, to take you from everyday dining to chic dinner parties. And to perfectly complement the dinnerware, a full dining ensemble, replete with table linen in fabric, metal and leather, and contemporary cutlery. Make a statement in classic yet unconventional style with your table settings."
Achilles Jim Pantaleon, Consultant - Visual Merchandising, @home by Nilkamal Ltd, says, "If you want to change your wall colour, apply a fresh coat of paint to the house. If you do not have the time to do the whole house, splash your living room with warm vibrant colours. Display mirrors around the house at staggered heights for a striking effect."
Courtesy:- ET dt:- 23-10-2009