• The color scheme will include white, ivory, and pale shades of pink, blue and green.
• There will be a mix and match of fabrics such as stripes, florals and checks, tea stained fabrics and flea market finds.
• Window dressings are simple, breezy and unemcumbering, including cotton, gauze and lace.
• Vintage pieces, or reproductions, are always part of the shabby chic plan
• Furniture includes soft curves, not sharp angles
• Touches of elegance are present...think of crystal, flowers, iron scroll work and candles, to name a few
• The overall look is comfortable elegance that is well planned and never messy or cluttered

Introduce your shabby chic bath with this adorable Shabby Chic La Salle de Bain Bath Sign to create the mood.

Now, let's take all of these great characteristics and apply them to creating Shabby Chic Bathrooms...

The great thing is that you don't have to spend a lot of money to create this look. It's very budget friendly!

For example, these Shabby Chic His/Her Towel Hangers would be a unique and budget friendly option for you.

Paint can go a long way toward creating an atmosphere. Choose from soft blue, green or pink, or even a neutral buff color for the walls. The trim should be white.

Consider beaded board (moisture resistant) two-thirds of the way up the walls for a vintage look if your budget and bathroom will accommodate.

This cute little Retro Vintage Wastebasket with a Vintage French Perfume Label would be another touch of elegance to your shabby chic bathroom.

If faux finishing is appealing to you, use a muted touch to create a soft overall look...nothing too bold or overstated.

Tile or wood floors? Use soft, cushy rugs on the floor, keeping with the established color palette.

How about the fixtures?. If you have a clawfoot bathtub, that's perfect. For the standard tub/shower unit, find a fabric or lace shower curtain.

A pedastal sink would work well, particularly one with soft graceful lines. However, if your bath has the standard cabinet and sink combo, shabby chic bathrooms can still be created.

Add some personality with the little details like thisShabby Chic Soap Dish.

Paint/distress the cabinets and put crystal pulls on the doors and drawers.

Bring in an antique piece for storage and display.

Use soft, flowing curtains at the window, nothing heavy. If privacy is needed, use a simple shade or wood blinds.

Adorn the walls with vintage prints. Add other accessories as noted above that work for your space and your lifestyle.

Remember that you can create shabby chic bathrooms without spending a lot of money, and, by bringing in the most fundamental aspects of this design style. Whether your goal is total and complete 'shabby chic' style or a little more understated, enjoy your beautiful personal space!