The reason behind the popularity of Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic is because this innovative interior designer combines styles of old and new, along with traditional and modern to create a luxurious, but informal decor which feels simple yet elaborate at the same time.|

Instead of shopping at high priced home furnishing stores, Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic encourages visits to flea markets and garage sales, to find vintage furniture that can be given new life with a simple paint job. Rachel's color of choice, of course, is white. White

provides a blank canvas on which to express your personal creativity.|

Rather than spending time and money reupholstering a piece of furniture, Rachel prefers using casual, yet attractive slipcovers. Rachel likes to underscore the casual, yet elegant style by adding vintage collectibles and accessories to finish the look.

As it is with many projects that begin the home, Rachel's sense of design expanded and became more established. She now has her own line of custom furniture and fabric. There are also stores offering shabby chic decor across the nation.

Over time Rachel has become a celebrity and sought-after expert in the field of interior design.

Shabby chic style extends well past the restoration of wood and

wrought iron chairs, tables and sofas. Charming fabrics styled with florals, lace, or gentle geometric patterns are part of the Rachel Ashwell shabby chic style. Lighting plays an important part of this decor by way of candles, and chandeliers crafted from older lighting fixtures and unusual items found around the home

The ultimate look that Rachel Ashwell achieves in her rooms is one that brings together different types of objects and accessories to create a unique harmony. In the end, you have a room that is comfortable and inviting, not to mention elegant. Many homeowners and

designers continue to be inspired and influenced by this simple, but sumptuous approach to interior decorating.