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Create a gorgeously girlie bathroom

Posted on 15. Aug, 2011 by Charlotte Laing in Design Tips

When it comes to bathrooms, of course you have to think about the practicalities, and you want the place to be clean, fresh and welcoming for guests.

But what about the wow-factor? What’s the ultimate dream bathroom that would leave you lost for words.

For some of us, a girlie bathroom, with luxury fittings, pinks and shimmering silvers is something that will really appeal to our feminine side.

Of course, it wouldn’t appeal to everyone – it’s the opposite of a Yorkie bar: it’s not for boys!

But if you’re a fairytale princess at heart, or just want to create one space in your home that’s all about unashamed prettiness and romance, then this could be the scheme for you.

So where to begin?

As with most bathrooms, start with the bath. It’s got to be a roll-top – ideally an old-fashioned and rather ornate one that’s fit for bathing in at length, not just taking a ‘quick dip’.

The shower should be as concealed as possible – perhaps go for a wet-room style with just a single sheet of glass (see below right) as lots of chrome or plastic doesn’t fit with this rather traditional scheme.

The added extras in the room should be ornate – choose items that you’d normally have in a bedroom like a mirror with scalloped edges, a French-style cabinet, perhaps, and even a plush upholstered armchair if you have space.

Every princess needs space to hang her ball gowns and somewhere to put her precious lotions and potions when she’s getting ready, so set aside an area of the bathroom as a changing area complete with hooks and a dressing table or beauty cabinet.

As for colour scheme, well it’s got to be pink, of course.

Towels should be the highest quality you can buy and palest pink or white.

You can glam it up with a touch of sparkle – a chandelier would look amazing as long as you choose one that won’t rust in the humid atmosphere.

Stripped light wood flooring would complement the pale pink colour scheme, or you could create a castle atmosphere by using stone flooring – but make sure there are bathmats as princesses shouldn’t get their toes cold.

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