'Kitsch' is back in vogue again...

Whilst not a new interior style...some might say 'anti-style'...'kitsch' has made a welcome return for the Winter months. Of German origin, the term describes replicated or mass-produced art that's considered a bit ostentatious...! Pippa Jameson, the popular interior stylist has described the trend as 'fun, bright, decorative and comical' and Wayne Hemingway of Red or Dead fame loves the style enough to have penned a pocket guide on the subject....!
But before you go racing out to your local car boot or pour over Ebay for 'everything tacky'...this season is all about moderation...a few quirky additions to add a touch of humour without going OTT!

The collection of Vladimir Tretchikoff paintings, dubbed the 'king of kitsch', on the wall of this elegant, mid-century living area add just the right amount of tongue-in-cheek humour required...

Look out for child subjects in a similar painting style for a kid's room...

Retro, 1970's inspired wallpaper prints work well when used sparingly in a pared-down interior...

There's no need to cover the entire room anymore...it's more about a statement piece this time round.

All those 'bad-taste' items you thought would never see the light of day again are back...! With a twist though...

A line of flying ducks in a minimalist interior, for maximum impact....for instance.

Or an iconic pink flamingo...as a simple wall mural....

Animal print fabrics, lava lamps and retro ornaments are all fair game, in small amounts!!

It's about creating a sense of quality with a little bit of your own personality thrown in rather than filling your home with cheap nic-nacs.

What's your favourite 'bad-taste' item of years gone by that you'd show off in your home today...?