Create a Cottage-Style Home

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Cottage Style Today

Today's cottage style offers more comfort, easier living, and a wider range of decorating options than any other style. No wonder it's an American favorite.

Cottage style easily reconciles your eclectic tastes. Unlike more edited decorating styles, cottage style is personal and forgiving--there's always room for one more find. You can mix old and new; rare and inexpensive; and simple and ornate pieces and forget about committing to a single decorating genre. This is a style about pulling together what you love; it's pretty decor your way, designed for your life.

In this slideshow, find ideas for creating your own cottage look.