Boudoirs in Bloom

Around the world and in every era, flowers have been the most common inspiration for beautiful fabrics and wallcoverings. Flowers work well with fresh country style decorating.

©Stroheim & Romann This cheerful bedroom is filled with rich sunflower-yellows and poppy-reds. Simple white muslin with snappy plaid trim makes a charming curtain.

Bedrooms seem especially suited to the lovely, lighthearted influence of garden blooms, but you don't have to be knee-deep in pink to create a flowery bower. These three rooms show just some of the variety possible with sophisticated floral treatments.

To create a garden-inspired bedroom everyone can enjoy, cut the sweet effect with numerous contrasting elements such as rough wood floors and sisal rugs.

©Stroheim & Romann Muted gray-green makes a quietly elegant background for sprays of roses, and crisp plaid and solid fabrics keeps the florals from looking too sweet.

Balance a floral print with tailored plaids, stripes, or checks, and choose gender-neutral but restful solid colors such as gray, cream, or gold. Best of all, take a tip from nature and pair your floral prints with a coordinating green.

©Stroheim & Romann Timeless celadon green makes a sophisticated background for botanical-style blooms. A plaid chair and tailored bed skirt add zip.

To enhance the breezy spirit of your floral room, choose simple, airy window treatments. Add a restrained canopy for the ultimate in grown-up romance.

Poised, chic, and somewhat exotic, the next country fresh style is sure to stir your imagination. Read on to learn more.

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