12/09/2025
What is wrong with my room? How can I achieve a whimsical witch vibe?
Hey everyone. I need your help in decorating my living room. When we moved into this place a year ago, we went for a midcentury vibe. For some reason, it doesn't feel complete and I actually prefer a whimsy, witchy vibe now in the ' most technical' terms. There are some issues I can immediately point out, there are others I need a second (or third, since I live with my husband) pair of eyes. Before we start, I don't like the floor colour, and also the gray and white kitchen but I don't have any intention to spend money on these at the moment. If we stay here for a few more years, then I'll go for oak floors and dark, wooden kitchen cabinets. Until then, this is the space we have. Here are my thoughts:
I just love whimsy, witchy rooms with dark furniture, gold accessories, wall decor etc. I just decided to go back to my gothic roots in my 30s. Our place doesn't feel cosy for me.
We have a lot of mismatched wood. We like dark wood like walnut, mahogany. Our dining table and chairs are in those shades. The orange G Plan TV unit looks a bit odd. We can definitely replace if with something like this but it just doesn't make sense to me to sell an old, teak furniture just because of its colour. It's proper vintage. I keep an eye on the British Heart Foundation's ebay for a nice TV unit but nothing appears. Can I see your TV units, if your room fits into this vibe?
Sofas and an armchair in random colours. I still don't know why we paid £1000 for a pink sofa! I wish we went for gray or navy. I want to replace the yellow Parker Knoll sofa at some point, maybe with another 2 seater or a chaise longue. Suggestions? Colour ideas? I like to put my feet up in the evening so we need an extra, comfortable place to sit.
Coffee table needs to go. We are thinking a) either completely get rid of it and go for nest of tables b) buy a darker wood one.
Carpets and cushions. Is the carpet OK? Where can I find nice cushions, which colours?
Is the wall colour too much? Shall I just go for lighter walls and use green in decor?
Sorry for the long post but I am sure you can help me. I see lots of people with fantastic taste here, it would be great to hear your thoughts. Thank you!
I will probably keep dumping you guys with questions. Thank you