In the rooms styled by @fablesandpetals, wallpaper, candles, velvet and blooms all work together to create spaces that feel immersive, personal and full of old-world charm. In this article, we’ll look at seven decor ideas inspired by her home to help you build interiors with more colour, more story and more soul.
1. Use floral wallpaper as the starting point, not the finishing touch
One of the clearest lessons from this stunning home is that wallpaper can do far more than decorate a wall. In these rooms, floral and botanical prints set the whole emotional tone of the space, creating a backdrop that feels romantic, theatrical and slightly transportive.
Rather than treating it as a small accent, the wallpaper leads the room, with everything else built around it. This works especially well in maximalist interiors because it gives the room a strong point of view from the start.
A blossom print, trailing wisteria or richly detailed botanical design instantly adds movement and story, especially when paired with painted woodwork and deeper, moodier tones.
Once the walls are doing this much work, the rest of the room can become an extension of the same world rather than a collection of unrelated objects.
2. Add softness in unexpected places with plush fabrics
A maximalist room still needs places for the eye to rest, and one of the most effective ways to do that is with soft, simple textiles. In this bathroom, richly patterned wallpaper, dark panelling and polished brass is balanced with a crisp moment of calm: fluffy white towels draped over the bath. That contrast makes the whole room feel extra luxurious.
The beauty of this approach is that it keeps a characterful room from tipping into visual overload. If you have wallpaper, colour or decorative fittings that already make a statement, fresh white towels can bring in brightness and a spa-like finish.
In a bathroom like this, thick white Egyptian cotton towels feel especially elegant because they add softness, texture and a clean visual break against the darker, more dramatic surroundings. For more ideas in this direction, see How to Turn Your Bathroom into a Spa Retreat.
3. Mix antique-style furniture with playful colour for a room that feels personal
One of the reasons this home feels so distinctive is that traditional furniture never feels stiff or formal. In the dressing room, an ornate vintage-style vanity sits against vivid green and pink walls, surrounded by framed art, perfume bottles and floral touches. The room feels playful and expressive, but still grounded by the elegance of the furniture itself.
This is a useful reminder that maximalism works best when there is tension between old and new, refined and whimsical. A curvy dressing table, decorative mirror or carved chair can add the structure of something classic, while bolder colours and lighter-hearted accessories stop the room from feeling period-perfect.
If you want a space to feel more like an extension of your imagination, this kind of contrast is often where the magic begins.
4. Turn a reading corner into a whole mood
A home full of character usually has at least one corner that feels like a private world of its own. In this dark library room, deep paint tones, warm lamps and richly coloured textiles all work together to create exactly that feeling. It's a place to daydream and retreat into.
This is a powerful maximalist idea because it is about atmosphere as much as styling. A bench seat, a lamp with a warm pool of light and shelves filled with books can transform an overlooked nook into something deeply inviting.
Add a few decorative pieces that feel a little theatrical or symbolic, and the corner starts to feel less like furniture placement and more like world-building. If you enjoy this kind of layered, cocooning effect, you might also like Small Home Upgrades That Make a Big Difference.
5. Let colour drench the room when you want full impact
Some interiors are improved by restraint. Others come alive when they fully commit. In this room, green velvet, floral walls and vivid pink and red accessories all sit together in the same frame, and the room is stronger for it. Every element feels part of the same expressive language, so the boldness feels intentional rather than chaotic.
This is where maximalism becomes more about choosing a richer palette and repeating it with confidence, not just adding more and more elements.
If you love emerald, berry, blush or claret, use those tones in wallpaper, upholstery and decorative objects so the room feels enveloping. Contrast helps too: glossy surfaces, brass accents and dark-painted wood keep the scheme defined. The result can feel wonderfully dramatic while still being beautifully coherent.
6. Style surfaces like still lifes, not storage zones
One of the most memorable things about this home is how even small surfaces feel composed. Side tables, trays, ottomans and shelves are not just places to put things down; they are arranged like little still lifes, with books, flowers, ceramics and decorative objects layered at different heights. That is what gives the rooms their sense of depth and narrative.
This is an easy principle to borrow, even if your home is much simpler overall. Start with one anchor piece such as a tray, lamp, vase or stack of books, then add a second layer with something organic like flowers or trailing greenery, and finish with one or two smaller objects that bring personality.
The key is variety: something tall, something low, something matte, something reflective. This kind of styling makes a room feel considered and lived in at the same time.
For a softer take on this idea, our post Bath, Candle, Bed: How to Create a Hotel-Style Night In shows how layered surfaces can also create a more restful mood.
7. Layer florals with softer plains to keep a bedroom feeling romantic
This bedroom is a good example of how to use pattern generously without letting the room feel overwhelming. Floral wallpaper, printed bedding and a quilted layer all bring colour and charm, but the look still feels balanced because there are moments of visual rest: a soft pink velvet cushion, a simpler upholstered headboard and enough breathing space between each pattern. The result feels decorative and cheerful, while still calm enough for a bedroom.
To borrow this idea, choose one dominant print and let the others support it rather than compete. A floral wallpaper or patterned duvet can set the tone, then a plain cushion, a softer solid colour or a quieter quilt can help break things up.
This is a lovely way to bring cottage romance into a bedroom without losing that sense of comfort and ease.
Final Thoughts
The home of @fablesandpetals shows that maximalism can be expressive, romantic and deeply personal without feeling random. Floral wallpaper, vintage-style furniture, dramatic colour and decorative details all work because they feel connected by mood and intention.
Whether you borrow one idea or several, the real lesson is to decorate in a way that tells a story, because the most memorable homes always feel as though they have one to tell.
