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gw_oakley

Define *Old Lady* decorating

14 years ago

I guess this is similar to a topic we had last year about terms in decorating we've become tired of.

Mine right now is "Old Lady." I read this almost on a daily basis by various posters, and I'm wondering, what exactly defines Old Lady decorating?

A doily here and there?

Floral wallpaper?

Antiques?

Tablescapes?

African Violets?

Guilty on all counts! lol

I was born an "Old Lady" because this has been my style since I was 18. So why is it frowned upon? What's so wrong with it?

I see this type of decorating as being comfortable and calming.

If there are other terms of decorating styles go ahead and add to this. It's kind of like an "Unpopular Opinion" topic. :)

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