Guest Picks: Gypset Life
Gypsetter: (n.) one who is gypset.
Take a funky mix of luxe hand-me-downs from your family estate, throw it in with some boho savoir faire, stir, et voilà — you have gypset style. Chronicled by Julia Chaplin for the publication of the same name, this privileged set have a style all their own, and it runs from insanely expensive items most can only daydream about to the crafty and homemade. It's lace tepees for outdoor get-togethers and hammered wood dressers with ornate filigree living on the same grounds. It sounds like a fun "place" to live, though. I hope to visit for a bit, so I gathered some over-the-top items that are aimed to bring out the luxury in your own space. — Lani from Mon Petit Chou Chou
The companion to Gypset Style, Gypset Travel is a guide to replicating your luxe lifestyle and designs on the road.
A vintage lace tepee is step one in creating your own traveling caravan of cool. Or the makings for a decadent photo booth and party installation.
These handmade lotka paper pennants with whimsical prints bring a breath of gypset air to any space. They're fun for a nursery space, party decor or just for some extra outdoor color.
This flokati carpet from Urban Outfitters rings in at a great price. I would put it in my sunroom, where I have a lonely Moroccan brass table.
Kohl's constantly surprises me with great finds, like this Long Creek jute pouf in brown and gold.
Your gypset lifestyle need not be limited to large, expensive items, so why not inject a touch of whimsy into a DIY project or cabinet overhaul? These knobs would be fabulous on a painted gold nightstand.
Use these Anatolia stools for extra seating on the patio or as end tables inside. I would tuck a pair under my Lucite side table, always at the ready for guests.
A rustic molten wood tray is the perfect unexpected spot to display your jewelry when you take it off.
I love this modern take on vintage seating. I would put it in my bedroom nook, as it's perfect for reading before bed or early in the morning when I'm not quite ready to leave my sanctuary.
Each piece of Pier 1 Imports' Sari Patch floor cushions is taken from the yoke of a vintage kurti (the traditional dress of women in India). I would employ a row of these for an impromptu outdoor space right on the lawn!
Another fabulous find from Kohl's, this Moroccan garden stool in gold is exotic to the max.
I sense a redecorating project for my sunroom — because this Azteca armchair would be great with a new flokati rug and my brass table.
This paper Starflower chandelier mobile would make a pretty (and noiseless) porch accent — much better than wind chimes.
The Tuscany iron bedroom set is straight out of my imaginary traveling caravan. And it's now on the short list for my own bedroom.
Can't find a vintage suzani? Opt for this throw.
This is such a gorgeous piece. I'd use it in my closet for my overflowing collection of jewelry and knickknacks.
The first step in creating a great indoor/outdoor space in the gypset style is layering up some rugs. This round jute rug from Serena & Lily would be great with an additional carpet or two in bold colors and patterns.
Another indoor/outdoor essential is a set of oversize candleholders. I would stock mine with citronella candles to keep the bugs away.
The hammock is a magical way to kick back and relax in style.
Go from the hammock outside to the Edie velvet chaise from Urban Outfitters inside. They're drastically different loungers, but both are equally at home under the gypset label.
Gypset on a budget, this is perfect for framing all your boho pals.
This chunky rhino would top your own copy of Gypset Style while guarding the rest of your coffee table contents.
Mirror, mirror, on the dressing table, who's the most gypset of them all?
Filed under major splurge, this outdoor daybed from Shiner is totally unique. It's something I envision on the lawn of a gypset estate.
Obviously, such an outdoor daybed would have a suzani coverlet (or shade covering) like this one from Pottery Barn.
Should I spend all my savings on a daybed (my husband would never approve), it would be decked out with a few of these Elyse filigree lanterns, hung from the sides to create a romantic space to cuddle.
I adore this geometric pattern by the trend makers at West Elm.Next: My Houzz: Collective Spirit in a Boho Bungalow
Gypset Style is the ultimate coffee table book that started the movement.
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