My husband and I are a pair of 20-something-year-old screenwriting/comedy improving/vintage hawking/Myspace workin' folks with very little time for much else. But ever since we moved into our new apartment, we've really wanted to make the space feel like home. Much hipster fag debate has transpired, arguing the merits of "modern minimalism" vs. "indie shabby chic" as an aesthetic.My husband is of the modern minimalism persuasion. He likes black clean lines and maybe the occasional Japanese toy art. My taste is much more "Not Urban Outfitters, but Like Urban Outfitters." I don't want my home plastered with the same canvas-litho ironic artwork as every college freshman in America. But in theory, I really dig the quirky, vintage-inspired look: antiquey picture frames, maple wood furniture, wallpaper, and pea-soup colored couches.
So what to do? Two polar opposite tastes. One apartment.
Raising our white flags, we decided to paint an accent wall in our bedroom as a compromise. Whilst researching paint, I incidentally stumbled across a fascinating alternative we both jumped onboard: wall decal art.
This technique uses easy-to-remove vinyl that won't damage or permanently stain your walls, which is perfect for renters. Instead of painting (or in addition to), you can instantly transform a room with customizable decals. Many shops let you pick the colors, size of the decal, even text (Sean's idea: a giant I ♥ COCKS in our hallway. Quickly vetoed). The bigger pieces cost upwards of $250, but if you shop around, you can find a good steal (the milk and cookie decal below is only $35!).
Suffice it to say, I am totally geeking out over this. These are a few of our top picks, which we will probably narrow down to 3 or 4 for different rooms. I can't wait!
xo,
Sabrina London
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