From Gilded to Grounded: A Standing Jewelry Armoire's Dark Moody Transformation
Sometimes, a "bright and airy" makeover just doesn’t fit the vibe. I found this standing jewelry armoire after it had already been given a white and gold facelift by someone else, but it felt a bit too "glam" for many people. I knew it had the potential to be something much more sophisticated, mysterious, and—of course— moody . In this tutorial, I’m taking you through the process of retaining some of the previous DIY and layering on a deep, velvety dark green finish. We’ll be leaning into those shadows, highlighting the unique curved silhouette. Whether you're looking to tone down a piece that's "too bright" or you're ready to embrace the dark academia aesthetic, here is how I turned a high-contrast piece into a seamless, moody masterpiece.



Nice, thank you!
ReplyDeleteI love how the wash accentuates the detail on this piece, a wonderful revamp! Thanks so much for sharing your project at Fridays Furniture Fix!
ReplyDeleteLooks lovely! Thanks for sharing at the To Grandmas House We Go Link Party.
ReplyDeleteThis turned out beautifully! I love the colours you chose for the style of the table <3 Thanks for linking it up to the Inspiration Galore Project party! Hugs, Lisa
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