Russian Revival

On the House is betting heavily that Anna Karenina, the film adaption of Tolstoy’s epic novel starring Keira Knightley and Jude Law will be a major influence in home décor in 2013. Set in late 19-century Russia, among the rich and powerful, the sets and costumes are exquisitely lavish, which pretty much describes every aspect of the lives of upper-class Russian society in the dying days of the aristocracy. If you want to capture just a little of that grandeur, think about incorporating one or two of the pieces shown below into your decor. For more on this, pick up a copy of the Saturday Toronto Star and check out my column in the New in Homes section.

Glass chargers from Pottery Barn add an aristocratic elegance to the table, as will Florentine table textiles  below

There will be fur, lots of fur. This faux Lemur throw comes from Urban Barn

 

 

 

 

Classic patterns in unexpected colours, like this paper from Graham and Brown, are one way to update the look

 

Formal floral arrangements were de rigueur in the days of Anna Karenina (these are from Fresh Florals www.freshflorals.com)

 

 

A wall-hung rug from Turco Persian rugs references Imperial Russia, as does an luxe Aubusson carpet from Weaver's Art below.

 

Here's my fave below: Magnetic crystal chandelier drops from LightCharms. They stick to anything. Well, anything that's ferrous metal. I suppose that means you could also add them to some types of earrings. Although, if you did, it might be a sign that you're drunk. So be careful. Unlike Anna.

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