Decorating Guides
Hisssss: Get Wrapped Up in the Year of the Snake
Throw your home some welcome curves with sinuous forms and reptilian patterns on all kinds of home decor
Chinese superstition apparently says that a snake in the house is good luck. And since February 10, 2013, marks the beginning of the Chinese zodiac's Year of the Snake, why not embrace the scaly reptile with home decor? After all, bendy, curvy and slithering forms create a sexy and fluid design aesthetic. Lucky you!
Alizz C. Cooper Pendant by Ingo Maurer
Twist, bend, stretch, dangle — the shape is a no-brainer for cool lighting designs.
Ferm Living Mr. Snake Pillow
Drape this color-happy pillow around your neck for comfy, nonconstricting support.
Spisani Python Bookends
I could see these Italian handmade acrylic bookends, which depict a brown snake with a rhinestone eye, propping up the complete Harry Potter series.
Chinese Zodiac Placemats by Simrin, Set of 4
Forget what animal year you're in? Not anymore with these cool Chinese zodiac placemats in a washable fabric.
Children's rooms shouldn't be spared a little snake oil, either. This playful space proves there's nothing scary about embracing serpents.
Michael Miller Fabric, Garden Animals by Patty Sloniger
Complete any kids' space with this Michael Miller fabric, which features graphic garden snakes and other creatures.
'Copper-Head' Garden Snake
A snake's natural habitat is the outdoors, so it's no surprise that garden design benefits from a curvaceous form. A play on the venomous copperhead snake, this sleek foot-high copper sculpture is great for gardens and backyards.
Cobra Light
Meanwhile, this cobra-shaped light adds sneaky sophistication to any walkway lighting scheme.
Snake Armchair
The serpent-like form of this chair and ottoman creates a perfect harmony for kicking back.
Snakeskin Knit Throw
Snakeskin has a natural geometric pattern to it, making it perfect for throw blankets and other textiles.
Faux Serpent/Snakeskin Fabric
For the uber snakeskin lover, this faux material can be used for upholstery and even to cover entire walls.
Nameeks Scirocco Snake 66-9010 Towel Warmer
Reminiscent of the popular early mobile snake game, this design-minded towel rack can make any bathroom glamorous.
This custom-designed faucet in a master bath makes an anaconda-size design statement.
Fusion Mirror
Couple this mirror, which recalls two snakes kissing, with the towel rack and faucet above and you've got one trendy snake-themed bathroom.
Snake plants, seen here in this home entryway, are versatile indoor plants known to improve air quality.