Shiraz Kahn

French décor is fundamentally romantic. It’s the perfect combination of comfort and serenity. With its decorative details in crown mouldings, expensive furnishings, floral themes and overall splendour, you can take this design and recreate it yourself on a budget.

Begin with what colour scheme you want to go with. Typically, a French style room would emphasise pastels such as yellow, pink, green, blue and cream. Paint your walls a light shade or just one accent wall. If painting isn’t your preference, choose a light, floral or striped wallpaper. The wallpaper will immediately give your room a theme and colour scheme. Place the focus on an old, vintage painting with a natural theme in a detailed, gold frame.

Sheer curtains will enhance your French vibe. White is traditional but depending on the rest of your décor, use whatever colour you wish. Keep them long and bunched on the floor for extra affect.

If you have the option, keep your floors bare with natural, weathered wood. Add an oriental rug or something similar that is more cost effective. A light coloured rug with fringe placed underneath your bed will add to the comfort of this bedroom.


Nothing says “French boudoir” quite like a crystal chandelier. This will give your space an ample amount of light with an added touch of elegance and luxury.

Luckily, this design works well with a collection of eclectic furniture. Paint your furniture with a cohesive hue from your painting or colour scheme. If you want, distress it for a shabby chic style bed. If you have the space, a four-poster bed with sheer curtains gives you the romantic, Parisian feeling while tucking you in for a well-deserved night’s rest.

Choose fluffy, loose bedding. A pallet of natural creams and whites with an assortment of different pillows that you can sink into will have you feeling calm and serene in your newly decorated bedroom.

You’ve just created a romantic, French boudoir. You now have the space to retreat to and a bed for a deep slumber. Relax in your new room and enjoy the sensation of feeling utterly French.