:: Granny Chic

I would say that I have a mish-mash of styles. I have never really picked just one. Although I would lean predominately to cottage style, I also like a little bit of French influence thrown in...with a dash of farmhouse, and a twist of the vintage/retro. 

Lately, I have been feeling a hint of a new style creeping in. What I like to call Granny Chic. That's right. I put Granny and Chic in the same sentence - and apparently I am not alone. When I actually googled the term, I was quite surprised by the abundance of Granny influence I found on the web.

Maybe it is the comfort and memories of our sweet Grandmas that make these style elements so inviting or just the pure sweetness that it evokes in a room. Either way, I am digging the warmth, coziness and retro vibe that Granny Chic can add to a space.  So, lets look at some of the things that evoke Granny style in my mind.

Doilies. 

Call me crazy, but I have always sorta loved doilies. Especially the all white ones that have slowly yellowed with age. There is just something so delicate and beautiful about them. Yet, I absolutely never knew what the heck they were used for. I remember my Grandma would crochet them by the dozens and give them as gifts, but what do you do with the dang things?  Now - I am seeing doilies cropping up all over the design world and loving it!

I adore this amazing doily runner found over at Under The Sycamore. This is on my to-do list.

 

I also am loving these doily pillows and how modern they look. What a great way to give an antique inspired twist to a simple home staple. This is also going on my to-do list. 

Vintage Hankies.

 

via Canadian House and Home

Like doilies, these little babies are so sweet and easily found in antique stores and online. I love the colorful, retro designs. These framed hankies make a fun alternative to a gallery-style art display.

Crochet.

 

 via Apartment Therapy

 

Some of my favorite things that my Grandma gave me over the years, I didn't always appreciate in my child and teen years. I was given mittens, scarfs, blankets, flower pins, and even potholders. Always something crocheted. Today, I adore them and I'm reminded of her every time I use them. I have to say my potholders may be my all time favorites though (besides my white afghan). They are the best potholders in the world and look quite pretty too! So, not only is crochet a beautiful craft, it can also add a bit of color and even practicality to your decor.

Vintage Aprons.

 

via Country Living

Another one of my loves. I can never pass a bunch of these babies at an antique store and not stop. Something about wearing one of my vintage aprons while baking a batch of cookies, just evokes the beauty of times gone by. There are so many amazing styles, patterns and colors and they are usually fairly inexpensive. Even stores like Anthro are making retro inspired aprons, so why not add an authentic bit of Granny Chic to your kitchen?

YoYo Quilts. 

via Birch & Sycamore

Beautiful. Stunning. These quilts (like any kind of quilt) are a true work of art. I can only imagine the kind of love and labor that goes into creating something like this. I would love to have one of these antique quilts grace my home, but I would honestly be afraid to use it!


So, Granny Chic it is. What do you think? Have you noticed this trend creeping in as well? Do you dig a little hint of the Granny in your home? Would love to hear your thoughts!

Have a great week all!