Bedrooms If you prefer the look of wall paper, stick to small floral patterns. To celestine the theme to an extreme, follow the Victorian practice of matching linens, drapes and wallpaper in the same pattern. Bold fabrics, floral or ornate patterns in wallpaper and lots of bric a brac gave the Victorian home an opulent feel. For painted rooms, add a floral painted border around windows and doorways. Hard wood floors were prevalent in Victorian times, adorned with ornate area rugs.

The Victorian period, defined by the years of life of Queen Victoria (1819 to 1901) appeals to those with a sense of elegance and formality. Focus on the living room, kitchen and bedroom to achieve this look. It was a time of increasing affluence and homeowners wanted to indulge in their need to display their wealth, however moderate it might have been. Window coverings should also be floral print fabrics with lace under panels.

Four poster beds with canopies and dark, heavy wood furniture figured prominently..

Creating this style in your home means understanding some of the basic principles of Victorian decorating.