I'm never really sure how to rate an interior decor book . . . do I base my rating on my pleasure at looking at it, or how useful I think it will be fI'm never really sure how to rate an interior decor book . . . do I base my rating on my pleasure at looking at it, or how useful I think it will be for me?
This book is arranged like a mood board - with photographs of interior decor punctuated by lots of images and ideas to borrow from. The 'Get the Look' sections feature water colours and a font that looks like hand-writing - a quirky touch which makes the book seem more personal and more reflective of its co-authors Ines de la Fressange and Marin Montagut. The Parisian apartments/style do vary, but they all share a common theme in terms of favouring personal collections, vintage bits and pieces, and an eclectic mixing-up of eras/styles. All of the homes have a strong and artistic presence, but it's not an overly 'designed' look at all. There is also a lot of artful clutter; maybe not for the Kondo-obsessed. I found it very appealing.
I have earmarked a few ideas to borrow, but mostly I have enjoyed reading and gazing and imagining a life in Paris. Definitely a keeper. ...more
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