Bring on the Bling
A dance performance needs some bling.
It can be sparkly and glittery jewelry or fabrics that create magic under the stage lights. It can be accessories that make musical or percussive sounds as you move. It might be the tassels and sparkly bits that show off your movements. It could be or a costume with cultural elements that tells the story of the dance or the culture it came from. The bling adds depth, excitement and the final touches.
It is about more than beauty. It’s about the story it tells and the mood it creates.
It’s like the jewelry that completes the perfect black dress. The jewelry says who you are, how you are feeling, and the mood you are setting for your evening.
It is also like the elements or accessories that finish off the perfect space in your home.
For example, I am in a dance company named “Tavus”, which means peacock in Persian. The peacock is a sacred bird in Persian mythology and a symbol of royalty and power. The peacock has been sacred and revered throughout history by many cultures.
We designed classical Persian coats by attaching beautiful peacock appliques to sequined blue material to tell the story of our dance company. We designed hats that have a peacock and peacock feathers. Our jewelry highlights the peacock colors and resembles a peacock tail. Everything sparkles under the lights, shows off movement, and a variety of textures.
Our bling tells the story of who we are, and adds depth and texture, like adding the shadows in a painting so you bring out the three dimensions.
Interior Design Lessons from Dance
What does it have to do with Interior Design? I learned to solve all my Interior Design problems by dancing. This is Part 6 in my revelations from dancing on how to create your perfect space.
The older I get, the more I realize the connections between all things artistic. The same principles apply to making the magic happen in Interior Design or any other art form. You just need to open your eyes, listen, and feel it to notice.
It always seems to come back to the alignment between art (creativity), science (color), and energy (connection) that makes the magic happen. I use this alignment to create both beautiful dance pieces and interiors.
Learn more in my other five articles:
I Learned to Solve all My Interior Design Problems by Dancing- There Can Only Be One Star.
I Learned to Solve all My Interior Design Problems by Dancing- Be Brave.
I Learned to Solve all My Interior Design Problems by Dancing- Create Drama with Shapes.
I Learned to Solve all My Interior Design Problems by Dancing- Create Drama with a Focal Point.
I Learned to Solve all My Interior Design Problems by Dancing.i
How Does Bling Relate to Interior Design?
As in dance, bling, is what finishes off the room, creates the mood, and helps tell the story. Bling is the special elements, accessories, and accents.
Here are some examples of some favorite accessories or elements that can help create your perfect space. Some contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission if you buy something at no additional cost to you.
It is about more than beauty. It’s about the story it tells and the mood it creates.
Fire Can be the Best Bling
Fire adds light, sparkle, warmth and a magic all its own. It can be your best bling. A fireplace is perfect in a bedroom or living room. Candles can create the same effect on a smaller scale.
In the Edesign I created below, the fireplace and candles are the main bling. Additional accessories which would highlight the colors and natural elements of this beach front bedroom are listed below.
Natural Elements Make Great Bling
Nature is great bling. A spectacular view highlighted by natural decor elements creates an inspiring and relaxing space.
While accessories made of natural elements such as wood, stone, plants, metals, and more are not often shiny, sparkly, or dramatic, they add warmth and texture and align the energy in your space with the outdoors.
In the Edesign I created below, the view is the bling, highlighted by natural elements for the decor such as the wood table, stone lamps and planter and plants. Everything is very simple, letting the view stand out as the main decor element.
Lighting is Great Bling
Lighting adds beauty, color, style and creates the ambiance that can really make a room. Layers of lights create the magic. Use overhead lighting, floor lamps, table lamps, and spotlighting for art and other elements. Learn more in my blog article, How to Make Magic Happen in Your Home with Lighting.
Below are some of my favorite table lamps. Some contain affiliate links.
Are You Ready to Create Your Perfect Space?
Now that you know some of the elements that work together to create your perfect space, are you ready to take action to make it happen in your home?
Let’s tell your unique story and find the alignment of art, science, and energy that makes you happy. Let me help you take that trip to your perfect space in a Ferrari instead of a stagecoach. Try my Aligned Design consultation and let’s get started.
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This connection is so interesting, I never would have thought! Thanks for the great read.
Thanks so much!!
This is so true! Every room needs some bling…lighting and hardware are my two favorite places to add it in my own home. But can we talk about that peacock hat??? SO fabulous!
Haha, yes the peacock hat is definitely the epitome of bling! It matches the gold shoes I also wear:)
Such great advice! Every room deserves a little bling!
Thank you!!
Very interesting, thanks for sharing!
Thanks for reading!