Summer is the ideal time to give your house the makeover that you have been thinking of for a while now. But this is no regular makeover. We are going to make your house look classy and pretty! Today, we're talking about the famed shabby-chic makeover, which is rather quaint but cute as a button! For those who aren't aware, shabby-chic is one of the most popular trends in home décor right now, so let's begin!

Shabby-chic is a rather interesting style that combines a unique mix of antique furniture with pastel colours, lace and floral prints, which gives your décor a look of vintage and feminine appeal. The best part about this style is, it is an easy and inexpensive style to achieve. You can start with white washing your walls and adding pastel touches of powder blue, champagne pink and mauve, in the form of accent walls. Having wooden floors can add to the natural look of your home, if not, then having wooden wicker chairs and wooden benches around your house will bring out the authenticity of your style.

For the bathroom, you can pick up a quaint mirror, old soap containers in carved wood or iron caskets and other bathroom accessories with pretty carvings. When it comes to linen, buy a variety of lightweight fabrics in slightly faded colours and opt for sheer curtains for that feel of relaxed glamour. To complete this look, throw around a few junk-shop finds like folding tray tables, wicker chairs, fluffy cushions and other flea market artwork to achieve the perfect dreamy look for your home.

The term makeover does not necessarily always mean going for a complete overhaul of your home décor because we understand doing and re-doing your home time and again is no cakewalk. So, today we have come up with a few simple tricks which on their own can provide a fresh feel to your house without needing much work from you.

• One of the easiest ways to instantly perk up your walls is to use wallpaper on them. They can be used in different ways, like you can have your walls wallpapered from end to end or you can choose a certain section of the wall which you can wallpaper. You may also choose a single wall as a focal point or to make it more interesting, have wallpaper running from one end to another of all the walls, in the form of a thick strip.
• The more pillows you have, the cosier your house will look and feel. Always have a few extra fluffy pillows on the bed while ensuring your pillows on the couch are always in pairs. To give your rooms a fresh feel, do away with all your old and boring covers and replace them with covers in contrasting colours, patterns and textures.
• To add glamour to your bathroom décor, add pieces like a heavy cut-glass tumbler as a toothbrush holder or a pretty Victorian-inspired tea saucer as a soap dish. Finally, use an actual rug rather than a bath mat for a touch of class.
• Bend the rules and skip the sofa! It is not necessary for every living room to have a sofa, so replace yours with old world arm chairs or couches and witness your living room transform.

Summer is here and it is time to put away all the cosy décor that you put together for winter and make room for some breezy summer home décor. It's time to throw open your windows and get rid of all the dark and artsy pieces you had accumulated for the fall. Stow away all winter décor accessories until the next season and bring out the bright and vibrant side of your house, this summer!

To give your home a summery feeling, the first thing you can do is add some organic appeal to your end table displays. Take large shells or chic trays and plant succulents in them, as these tiny plants last for a long time and do not require much care or attention, making them the perfect way to accessorize your table-scape!

Another easy way to add a dash of brightness to your summer décor is to buy a few dishes in summertime colours and patterns, and mix them with your plates and bowls. Choose bright dishes with florals and tropical pretty themes, you can also add fun elements like colourful stir sticks, spoons and paper umbrellas to create a perfect dining table for the summer!

Summer also affords you to take a walk around in your lawn or garden, gifting you with the perfect chance to add a few beautiful seasonal touches to it. You can choose from a wide variety of paper lanterns available in the markets these days and string them to tree branches to enjoy strolls till late in the night.

Brightening up your room becomes much easier with bright botanical prints on bed covers or curtains, which can make your room look wow in a matter of a few seconds. Choose a bright print but remember to keep your wall paint neutral to let the pretty prints take centre stage. Last but not the least, go all out with a flower theme and throw around some fresh flowers in bright colours around you house for that ultimate summer vibe.