Guest Posting - Arcadian Lighting

Few days ago I've been so surprised to be contacted by Jenn from  Arcadian Lighting, who proposed a guest posting- writing about one of my favorite subjects -shabby chic. Thank you Jenn for this amazing post. I love it all the way and the selection is everything I wanted to get inspired. I have to move and I want to change some things here and there ( to give a bit of personality to the house). Thank you again xoxox


Hello there! I'm Jenn and I'm one of the lucky writers at Arcadian Lighting, a website and blog that specializes in profiling the top light fixture trends worldwide. I've been writing about home decor for more than a decade, and I feel privileged to be guest posting on an incredible blog like Sunny Side Up - Mihaela's posts get my creative juices flowing. I'm thrilled to be writing here today - thank you for this opportunity! Chic and shabby living rooms are all the rage right now - subtle yet crisp colour palettes, clean lines, dashes of antiques, and a sweet ceiling light or two can come together in perfect harmony. Pretty and always comfy, here are eight chic and shabby living rooms that make them the envy of spaces everywhere.

An all-white color scheme screams chic and shabby - the linen window shades, stately double white mantels, and reupholstered couches look striking.

A chic and shabby living room looks decidedly homey with dashes of color and pattern in the throw cushions and blooming centerpiece. The petite white lamp is a charming touch.

Pale blue walls and accents give this chic and shabby living room an ocean of personality. The wood screen behind the couch is an unique touch.

Shabby chic doesn't have to mean stark, as evidenced by this vibrant living room - an eclectic mix of wall hangings, glass bottles, and light fixtures create a one-of-a-kind space.

A modern take on a chic and shabby living room, the uniformity of the wall art over this elongated couch lends a contemporary look to this home decor approach.

This living room doubles as a guest space and there's no shortage of clever details here: the daybed with built-in storage, haphazardly hung framed prints, and wall lamp all mesh beautifully.

A chic and shabby living room that goes rustic and colorful all at once is a brilliant surprise - the green and white stripes and weathered woods ironically complement one another.

This chic and shabby living room is streamlined in white with a muted rattan carpet and incredible outdoor views. Chic and shabby interior design doesn't have to be predictable, visit Arcadian Lighting's website for a wide selection of lighting fixture options to choose from. (Images: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)