How to Decorate with Winter Whites

Hello! I’m Sarah back with another monthly mood board! Last month I dove into warm brown tones and shared some inspiration for fall decorating. Today, as the winter season is upon us, I am going to share my love of decorating with crisp winter whites and soft neutrals.

Not too long ago, decorating with whites was strictly reserved for the modernists. It was regarded as having a cold and bare feeling with little or no warmth…almost clinical. But over the last few years, white rooms have been transformed with layers of different neutrals to create a very warm and inviting space! Lets take a look at some great rooms with soft whites and neutrals done right.

Such a mix of different styles and textures in this space.

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White floors and white walls are warmed with lots of texture and natural elements. And this light fixture is so unique! I love the breeziness it adds to the space.

This space has a much more sophisticated feel to it. Black window trim adds contrast against the light grey walls.

This table is blowing my mind! Look at all the amazing textures going on in this space! We have a completely white backdrop that is warmed with the addition of warm wood, soft mohair, worn leather and cool concrete.

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Theres not a cold or clinical thing about these spaces. Are you ready to learn how to winterize your space with whites and neutrals?! Here’s my top 3 tips on decorating with these tones as well as a pretty mood board to feast your eyes upon.

How to Decorate with Winter Whites

1. TEXTURE. In case you didn’t notice my ramblings about texture in the photo captions, TEXTURE is the key to having a warm, neutral space. Natural woods, faux firs and soft fabrics are a great way to add texture to your space. Also try concrete, marble and leather to add visual interest.

2. METALS. Mixed metals are all the rage, and white rooms are the place to use them! Warm brass mixed with a mirrored surface or shiny gold accents all add interest and a touch of sparkle. And yes…metallics are considered neutrals!

3. VARYING TONES. Vary your tones of white. Mix bright whites with soft creams,  pale grays and creamy taupes. And don’t forget to add a dash of contrast with dark browns or charcoal grays!

So whats YOUR take on decorating with White? Do you love the neutral textured look? Or prefer something a bit more bold?Read more at https://www.remodelaholic.com/modern-xmas-fun-eclectic-holiday-decor/#53uqUsxIMBdQhdpd.99

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Studded Pillow  /  Petal Pillow  /  Silver Pillow  /  Love Pillow  /  Bar Cart

Thanks again to the Remodelaholic team for having me today! I’d love for you to come and visit my blog, Just The Bees Knees and check out my other mood boards! And if you are loving the white washed look, I’ve got a terrific tutorial on how to apply whitewash finish to your furniture.

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More white decorating tips and inspiration:

Decorating with White

Choosing the Perfect White Paint Color

Designing a Black and White Nursery

Published: November 5, 2014Filed Under: Contributor, Decorating, Design Inspiration, Mood Boards Tagged: Contributors, Mood boards, Neutral, Texture, White, winter, winter decor

About Sarah Langtry

Sarah is the founder and creator behind Just The Bees Knees , a blog about Design, Creativity and Everyday Life. She holds a degree in Interior Design from her hometown in Ontario, Canada where she was born and raised, but now stays home to raise her 2 very energetic young boys after moving to the Midwest US. Sarah believes that great design is achievable on any budget and loves blogging about the latest design trends, decorating dilemmas and creative DIY projects. You can read more about Sarah over at her blog, or keep up with her latest decorating adventures on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.