Shabby, Cottage, Distressed by any other name



shabby chic look on Lexington Avenue
New York

       One friend has been telling me the white shabby look has been dead for the past five years. OK, we know a store or two that specialized in this look has closed but the demand for white furniture is still alive today. The quality of my painting has gone up and I use the sand paper less, but it is still white shabby, cottage, or distressed furniture. The look has become a classic and has a timeless charm.
     This window was spotted on Lex in Manhattan. Yes, it looks strangely familiar.





shabby chic look
Mary Lisa

Here's a little look at Mary Lisa's white furniture. Small accent pieces mix in with many styles of home decor. It looks great with antiques in dark wood hues and blends nicely with a more traditional American look.  Of course, it is made for rooms painted in pastels and the more ruffles the better.