Thursday, October 27, 2011

Decorating with Trunks & Vintage Luggage

There's something special about incorporating a trunk into a space. Whether it's made of vintage leather, wood, metal or wicker, trunks or vintage luggage can really add charm and nostalgia to a home. They have to be one of the most versatile pieces of furniture too - you can stack them, use as a coffee or console table, bedroom nightstand, at the foot of a bed, and so much more, as you'll see in today's round up. And the best part? They double as extra storage! Have you used a trunk in your home?














[IMAGE CREDITS: COZAMIA; HOUSE BEAUTIFUL; HOUSE TO HOME; HOUSE & HOME; RAINBOW TRUNKS IN LAST IMAGE TAKEN BY JULIE THIGPEN]
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11 comments:

  1. kristie@thedecorologistOctober 27, 2011

    love decorating with vintage luggage - and they are great storage, too! i am in love with that trunk done in an ikat pattern :)

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  2. UnknownOctober 27, 2011

    ooooh I love all the colors!!!

    Just stumbled upon your blog and wanted to say hi!

    xoxo
    Aarean

    colorissue.blogspot.com
    (im doing a great giveaway I think you'd really like too!)

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  3. MichelleOctober 27, 2011

    I haven't done this, but I want to. When my coffee table dies, I'm buying a vintage trunk. I love the look!

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  4. HollyOctober 27, 2011

    Beautiful pictures! I love the idea of using them as a nightstand and a vanity

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  5. B. in the KnowOctober 27, 2011

    I love this idea and am totally on the look for the perfect trunk to be my new coffee table!
    Much love,
    B

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  6. Danielle NorcrossOctober 27, 2011

    Love your blog and my coffee table trunk! :)

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  7. Taylor GreenwaltOctober 27, 2011

    I am a sucker for vintage trunks! So much fun.

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  8. Alena: Oh, Its Just Perfect!October 27, 2011

    I love the suitcase nightstand!! I have some old gucci luggage without wheels that are too heavy to travel with--i need to use them as decor/furniture instead!

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  9. R~October 27, 2011

    You have such an amazing blog. I come back almost daily to see your posts! Any time I've needed inspiration for a room in my home, I come t your site! Thank you for posting such great ideas, pictures and words!

    Bekah in Dallas, TX~

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  10. LauraOctober 28, 2011

    I hope to collect some pretty trunks and suitcases like these!

    Laura
    whitewinters.blogspot.com

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  11. twinkilingeyesOctober 30, 2011

    i am so in love with your post today!!! i always had a thing for vintage suitcases, the bright ones are so pretty :)
    someday hopefully i would have a beautiful collection as the ones i have seen today:)
    thank you LOADS!!!

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