Love, life and decorating advice from everyone's favorite therapist, Dr. Ruth Westheimer, spokesperson for the Wallcoverings Association.
Use Wallpaper To Rekindle An Old Flame
Dear Dr. Ruth:Finding myself re-entering "The Dating Game" after a 17-year hiatus, I am nervous about my "first date." To top it off, he was my high-school sweetheart! How can I reintroduce him to my updated self? He's flying into town in two weeks for a "home-cooked" meal...HELP!
rekindling the flame
Rochester, NY
Dear Rekindling:
Get cooking in your kitchen! Nothing can better tell your story like wallpaper, and no other decorating product can say so much in a single application! An abundance of color and design options in wallpaper warm up everything from a tiny eat-in kitchen to a great room that unites the kitchen, entertainment and eating areas in one space.
First, decide what you want to communicate to your old sweetheart. Show him the person you have become with current trends in wallpaper design. Today's fashions call for mixing and matching colors, patterns and textures. It's easy to define your style. Try:
- Retro colors and patterns that recall the earlier years of your romance together.
- European influences that show you're a world-class chef.
- Whimsical fruit and vegetable motifs in a French country style that will warm his heart.
Don't forget color! Wallpaper features the latest colors in home fashion so you can be assured that putting together "the total look" will be a breeze. Many collections also include coordinating fabrics and accessories. Express your inner self through one of these color personality composites:
- Joyful: bright, clear tones;
- Serious: warmer, jewel-toned hues; and
- Serene: neutrals-creams, browns, taupes, and grays for a subtle, relaxing setting.
