White on white

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I've been trying to figure out what design aesthetic suits me and I am finding it to be really challenging. On one hand, I want to paint everything white and flank every table with white accents. On the other hand, I want vivid colors like turquoise and orange and wild patterns such as zebra rugs. Then, my inner demons tell me I need to think practical. But is practical that fun? A friend told me she thinks my taste is called "Hollywood Regency" which is basically a mix of ornate and contemporary. I am not sure but here are two images I am loving right now...