It can be expensive to decorate a home today, but you still want it to be fun, inviting and a real expression of you and your family. An affordable option for wall art is vintage posters. These posters are kitschy yet classy and can also be downright elegant if you choose the right style of prints and use them properly.
Here are two tips for adding style to your home with framed prints.
Shop According to Your Home's Décor
You may love science fiction movies, but those types of prints probably won't fit the décor of your family room or look appropriate over your fireplace. Instead, choose vintage posters of world locations such as Paris or Milan or the ruins of Greece. You can also choose reprints of famous artwork, photography or abstract art. Because the posters are created in a vintage style they will add personality to your home while still looking appropriate as works of art and will enhance your overall décor rather than detract from it.
Frame Your Prints
Unless you're in high school or live in a college dorm, you never want to just tack your poster to the wall, or put it in a cheap plastic frame. The frame of any print adds as much visual interest as the print itself, and a nice frame can dress up the print you choose. A cheaper frame will make your artwork look cheap no matter what the subject or style is. Remember that your poster will be on display in your home, so you will want to invest in a high-quality frame that is suitable. It should also be appropriate for the print. If you want something retro from the 50's, choose something metallic. For a reprint of fine art or photography, you might choose a wooden frame that best suits a work of art. For a modern décor, a plain black frame will enhance your print and suit your modern style. Take your time and select the print and the frame and you'll be sure to find what looks best in your home.
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