Expensive Design That You DON'T Need (It Looks Dated😱)

[@marilynolson8599]

GarrettLeChic is by far the best informative KZbin Design sight.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Wow, thanks! I truly appreciate your lovely comment. It means a great deal to me. I try to be of help with many different styles, issues and budgets. We have fun, but are also a judgement free zone too. 😊😊😊

[@thedirtprincess3293]

Agree 100 percent.

[@livesouthernable]

“It’s just a dirty little jar…” I laughed so hard at that-people spending a fortune to get an antique and then putting dirt in it. 🤭🤣

[@GarrettLeChic]

🤣🤣🤣

[@lormor460]

So many things to love about your advice but most of all is that you are “every person’s designer”. You are here to help us in the best way. ❤❤. Not to let us overspend trying to be in the trend at the moment.

[@elderlypoodle9181]

Well said!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! I try to balance my content to discuss many styles, issues and budgets. 😊😊😊

[@olgavernor280]

I did designer wallpaper on a back of bookcases. Just one roll hit me with $500 My husband still doesn’t know that 😂That is the secret I will take with me in a grave

[@cUser691]

@olgavernor280 🤭🤭

[@jessa9877]

😅

[@nogames8982]

I spent the last two years gradually updating my entire house. Granted, it's a very small house :-) but still… I don't have a huge budget. I could've very very easily spent 3 to 4 times more money than I did. It's insane how expensive some things are.

[@nonnieTerri]

It seems like you end up spending about 30% more and it takes longer to complete as well!

[@ShelleybutyoucancallmeShell]

"...a dirty little jar on your counter..."😂- Garrett, you crack me up! Great advice, as usual. Have a nice week!

[@reneepierce3794]

That cracked me up too!😂Antique vessel = Dirty little jar.😂

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks! You too!

[@maginsberg9465]

I’ve done plenty of diy on plastic planters. They look “old” AND I CAN MOVE THEM MYSELF

[@BarbB313]

Yaaas!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@wjscott9]

Yes Garrett, a smooth finish wall with quality flat paint. A nice baseboard with semigloss. Classy all day. Love that for us❤

[@GarrettLeChic]

Right on!

[@Mar-ME-s3h]

I always love your dedication to timeless style. It is such a wonderful way to approach interior design; you can mesh new with traditional and never have your home look dated. Loved: “Is it from the 80s, 20s, last year… we don’t know.” 🌟

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you very much! I’m glad you are enjoying my content. I appreciate your support.

[@traceywiseheart6424]

I love your keeping it real advice. It’s practical and it is what I am thinking - it’s a dirty jar that you put a plant in 😂 Exactly!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Yes! Thank you!

[@toosense]

The dirty jar comment gave me such a laugh! So true! lol

[@GarrettLeChic]

@@toosense 🤣🤣🤣

[@LucyMorningstar999]

I love concrete planters, I agree with you totally. They look just as lovely as those antique stone ones do as they get weathered, moss on them etc. Love your videos Garrett, always on point and practical. I love that you are about design but also practicality.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Glad you like them! Thanks for your support.

[@TMB62]

I'm totally using, "I'm in my villain era" going forward. Great video, I remodeled our kitchen two years ago and still haven't chosen a backsplash. It's a small space but I do want a good pop of either texture or color. Great video.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Love that!

[@deborahlundy6892]

This is why I decided to follow you. You keep it real and I rather have you tell us the truth. Than a someone who says they like a design or decor and it really looks a complete and utter mess.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! It’s great to have you as a part of our subscriber family. I’m glad you are enjoying the content.😊😊😊

[@2turkles]

In the 1980s my mom used a medium-heavy weight fabric to accent a wall (not what it was called) and she used liquid fabric starch to “paste” it to the wall. It lasted for years and looked fabulous the whole time.

[@deborahcurtis1385]

It used to be called a 'feature wall'. Sometimes they were hideous but your mom's approach sounds super cool.

[@BarbB313]

You're mother is brilliant!

[@violetaperez9310]

Yes! I did this on windows with a sheer fabric for privacy and light filtering.❤ Rental friendly.

[@CEDesigns]

“…a dirty little jar”, that’s a great comment! 😀

[@katrinacool]

Oh I so agree about the marble fireplace! Easily something to avoid. And the to the ceiling backsplash reminds me of a gym changing room from school- ugh! Spot on again Garrett. I just love you style esthetics! ☀️🦩🌴😊☺️🥰❤️🥰❤️

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! I appreciate your support. 😊😊😊

[@alittlebitofthisandthatwit3143]

Hello 👋 “it’s just a dirty little jar” 😂 love it! I appreciate yours straight up honesty on interior design always keeping it real.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Absolutely! Happy New Year. 🎆

[@sophieartmusic]

Oh Garrett’s… the antique market is very addictive and highly desired. And yes, we can tell if it’s a reproduction or an antique.

[@juliettebobcat704]

I love getting these super tips and pointers from a villain!

[@GarrettLeChic]

I'm so glad!

[@wendymelancon8966]

You look so warm today, love your fuzzy sweater and jacket 🧥 perfection 😊

[@dfab2486]

Garrett! Hahah “dirty little jar” and “boulder” so funny! Great advice…. Do not fake it…. It wont make it! Thank u😂

[@GarrettLeChic]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@elizabethstump4077]

In a recent video, you covered lamps in the kitchen. I am right in the middle of a kitchen remodel and you inspired me to get some additional lighting besides ceiling can lights and under cabinet lights with the purchase of a pair of sconces flanking the window above the sink. I don't have the counter space to spare for a lamp, because almost all counter top, except for a foot flanking each side of the sink, with cabinets above all the rest of my countertops, but the sconces gives me some accent lighting while keeping what little counter space, without cabinets above, free. Fortunately, I decided this while the electrician is still laying wires and wallboard have not gone up yet, so they can be hardwired in. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@GarrettLeChic]

My pleasure! Glad to be of help.

[@alisonrosemorris2524]

Love the little giggle how and then

[@GinaSwimfast]

My favorite designer for sure, happy new year Garrett!! 🎉

[@GarrettLeChic]

That’s so kind! I truly appreciate it. Happy New Year. 🎆

[@missygardner3225]

I haven't followed you over a couple of months but you make me laugh all the time thanks for your great ideas and practicality

[@ramose83]

Agree fully with you concerning the accent wall; we did that with wall paper from Ferrow&Ball and we simply regret it. Yes, smooth wall we did and they look simply beautiful ... Thank you as always ...

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks for sharing! My pleasure.

[@Cancerian722]

My go to is eggshell finish on the textured walls in Florida. The textured walls are the knockdown technique. Fun fact.

[@lucywood5545]

The stand alone tub, too expensive and impractical

[@lindakleiner5734]

Accent walls sounds like extra cleaning to me😂 so I don’t. Here in Australia we have gyporock walls that go up and get undercoated then painted. I don’t understand America and the orange peel look. I do have the textured ceiling (I know I know) but my home is from the 90s and I’m too old to care to change it as it’s in really good condition. Whenever I sell or go out feet first 😂 someone else can change it. Thanks again Garrett for another great video. Hope the new years brings all things good for you.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much Linda! Happy New Year.

[@lisahunter6556]

Great video. I definitely agree about tile going to the ceiling. I personally dislike it because it makes the kitchen LOUD, especially if it's on multiple walls.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much!

[@Fabby47]

Oh nooo… we have a pretty paper in back of our bed’s head board. Accent wall and we love it ! Sad 😔 Great advice mostly. Thank you ❤️

[@marniebrindley]

Let’s hear it for the GLAM! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@pamelacarter2718]

Happy New Year to you, your husband, and babies. I just love you. These are great ideas.🤗

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you so much! Happy New Year.

[@marshaobrien2764]

I was just talking about the 'tile to the ceiling trend' this morning. I see it and my first thought is " what is that doing up there?" It doesn't make sense. It does in a shower surround but not in any other space. What is getting splashed up there?

[@1khwab]

Good Evening Garrett, You are a gem of a person, so genuine, so people’s person, I guess that’s what makes me see only your design channel and nothing else because you have set a benchmark and besides it’s hard to find an authentic person like you. I personally believe that you can be any achiever but unless you are a genuine human it’s hard to connect and stay put. Glad and blessed to find you, I learn a lot from you, not only about the design but about being warm, humorous, respectful and loving being, so big thank you for everything:) It’s a brilliant video and makes all sense. I finished watching all the episodes, was a bit jet lagged🙃 You have a wonderful Sunday and hear you soon..xx

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you so much Ramani! You are such a kind and lovely person. It’s such an honor and pleasure to have you as a part of our channel family. I truly appreciate your support and am so glad you find my work helpful. It means a great deal to me. Thank you for all your kind and thoughtful expressions!😊😊😊🌸🌸🌸

[@KimAnderson-o2q]

I can't believe I have found a designer that thinks like I do. I'll be watching more videos to pick up tips that I have not yet thought of! Meanwhile, I totally agree with the flat walls (no texture). We opted for that during our remodel and the contractor said they would not be able to do it well and it would cost a lot of money - we we ended up doing it ourselves after the contractor delivered something that resembled Bundt cake icing in some places and a very aggressive knockdown in others. What a mess! It was a lot of work for us to do it ourselves, but we're so glad we did. I also agree with the wipeable flat paint. We opted for flat so that sunlight will be absorbed rather than reflected but there are some areas that get more dirty than others (such as near stairs handrails) that need fairly regular cleaning. And for our fireplace, we very lightly painted the top (face) of the brick, careful not to paint the grout. Since we kept close to the original brick color, it was more of a refresh than a true "paint" job. Since the FP is the focal point of the room, it was important to make it not look "painted" and cheap. I spent many hours painting each individual brick, but it does look SO GOOD. Thanks for the great video Garrett.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Yay! I’m glad you found us too. Please take a moment to support my work, and subscribe to the channel. I truly appreciate it. Thank you for sharing.😊😊😊

[@tiffanyb6420]

“Are you going to hire movers to move a plant?!” 😂😂😂 Oh Garrett! You’re too funny but also very practical and informative. And I’m here for it! 🤗

[@GarrettLeChic]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@rosikatich6630]

Hi Garrett Love ur channel. Are u in las Vegas? We’re Perth Western Australia. Thinking it’s 16 hour time difference so when ur consulting time shows me 10am it’s 6pm the day before for you….

[@GarrettLeChic]

Yes we are! I’m glad you are enjoying the content. Thanks for your support.

[@kh9254]

This has nothing to do with design, but I love your hands!! Plus your rings are beautiful ❤

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you so much 😀

[@bertasylvia2572]

I love to watch your channel. You’re not afraid to be honest. I learn from you I love your puppies. What about a blue with gold accents

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you are enjoying and I appreciate your support.

[@wendykornfein3337]

Always a learning experience.

[@GarrettLeChic]

I do my best!😊😊😊

[@glorianelson9538]

Right on point as always Garrett. I completely agree with the "accent " wall comment. It looks hideous in my opinion and those "faux" finishes.... Thank you for your classy and always elegant decor master class, I call it!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! I appreciate your support.

[@Dian2Gig]

I have a wall in my town home which has the breaker box dead center. That is also the wall that has all my entertainment electronics, Guitars and TV. In my case I need to do something to hide that box.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Interesting. I’d have to see the space to give an opinion. If you’d like, please feel free to book a consultation with me at intro.co/garrettlechic 😊😊😊

[@NoseyFloridaGirl]

Again 100 percent on the money Garrett 💥

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks!😊😊😊

[@Vinsue96]

Very good points! A belated Happy 2024!!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! Happy New Year. 🎆

[@commandolam]

didnt even know ceiling backsplashes were a thing. atrocious

[@Moluccan56]

They look dreadful!

[@mariacabrera2850]

So much great info & you always make me laugh too😂🖤

[@GarrettLeChic]

I'm so glad! Thank you. 😊😊😊

[@rachaelbruesch6306]

Hello LeChic Fam! I am in complete agreement with your view about all the way to the ceiling black splashes, the image you showed us with the black tile in the white kitchen felt like a cave. More light and bright, yes please! My view on accent walls aligns with yours, I have never been a fan of the accent wall, what statement are you making with it? I personally prefer a more cohesive look, rather than something that might be too bold. Garrett, I love your advice on purchasing a large art piece. Take it with you, change it up if your style changes. Love that feel for me, love that for you! Until next, hugs xx

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the video and shared Rachael!

[@beverleyschenke3668]

Love all the advice, thank you Garrett, you"re the best.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! I appreciate your support.

[@BarbB313]

Garrett - you're great...and smart! Thanks for realistic advice. What took me so long to find you...and subsribe!?

[@GarrettLeChic]

Awesome! Thank you! I’m glad you found us and are now part of our very valued subscriber family. Welcome to the channel!😊😊😊

[@margaretsprinkle405]

Your body language is off the charts great.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much!😁😁😁

[@lina_mityukova]

I don't know if i can call some of my walls accent. But i like the look of a bedroom where one wall is other color and/or texture, just because it makes the room look cozier. Not so officy looking, i would say.

[@GarrettLeChic]

If that look makes you happy at the end of the day that’s what matters most.

[@zenabumblebee9738]

I am a huge fan of your villain era. Its my favorite 👍

[@GarrettLeChic]

Yay!🤣🤣🤣

[@amyweaver7413]

Another wonderful video. I couldn’t agree more about not using faux marble - I’ve seen it done in porcelain and laminate (and even a counter covered in mactac) and they all looked obviously fake. I’d rather have a porcelain counter in a solid colour. Or even well done arborite. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. It carries so much weight coming from an actually trained interior designer. While I enjoy some design influencers, they are not trained, and often do/suggest suggest ridiculous things.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much for all your regular support over the year. I truly notice it, and really appreciate it. Happy New Year Amy!🎉🎉🎉

[@nicavergara5176]

Thanks for all your help

[@GarrettLeChic]

My pleasure! Please take a moment to support the channel by subscribing. I appreciate it. :)

[@carolefreeman2544]

What colour is the paint on your walls? Also, I have a bright white traditional fireplace with an electric fire. If I have light walls, what colour would you paint the fireplace? I have light blue love-seats facing each other in front of the fireplace and a warm white paint on the walls, if this helps. Thanks for another informative video Garrett! 👍🤗🇨🇦

[@amyweaver7413]

Perhaps you need a consultation with Garrett? That is a lot of questions for him to answer, especially without seeing your space.

[@catlady1171]

Garrett, I wonder what you would suggest to cover/paint the walls in my 1920 Craftsman bungalow? They are old plaster & lathe 13' walls, many imperfections. Looking to paint all inside and out, then sell the house. Loved this video!!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much for supporting the channel! In this situation, I would suggest having some highly experienced and licensed painting contractors come to your home to see the walls and discuss appropriate and safe options for your situation.

[@evanor1296]

Swedish spelling issues :) Have a question about your one on one consultation. We want to keep som items we already have but needs help to make it fit. Is this something you do or is it only full makeover suggestions? And how do we prepare for the consultation can we send pictures a film filming during consultation?

[@GarrettLeChic]

Hello! I would be glad to give my opinions on how to work with what you already have. Not every consultation I do is about getting rid of everything. I love to give my opinions on how to best use what one already has whenever possible. Preparing is easy. You would have questions prepared in advance and since it’s virtual you can use the phone camera to show me the space and the furniture pieces, and than we can discuss your objectives and I would share my opinions. However, with the service, there is no way to send pictures in advance. Bookings are at intro.co/garrettlechic 😊😊😊

[@katheleenwaters4315]

I am closing today on a house that has a 3 sided red brick fireplace that goes to the ceiling in one room, and higher end paneling in a family room off that room, I hate them both. I have been thinking of painting both, but you have given me ideas to work with what is there, it is scary, I don't want to make a mistake, and live with the regret. How long is a session with you?

[@GarrettLeChic]

I can offer my opinions via a virtual consultation, but in the end it will always be your decision what you decide to do with the space. We offer different amounts of time for consultations. Please go to intro.co/garrettlechic to see and book your consultation. 😊😊😊

[@wendykornfein3337]

Over-sized wide white indoor shudders for a couple of rooms in my daughter's new home, is what she wants me to purchase for her. Would faux wood look alright, in your opinion, Garrett?

[@GarrettLeChic]

Hi Wendy! I’d have to see the space and discuss with her the overall style she is trying to achieve. Some things look good in one space and the same thing doesn’t look good in another space. I’d be glad to have a virtual consultation with her so I can see the space and have a discussion. Bookings are at intro.co/garrettlechic

[@wendykornfein3337]

@@GarrettLeChic Thank you, dear Garrett. I will get back with you on this. It's in Escrow right now, which I should have mentioned earlier.

[@amandaashford6224]

Are paneling kits no longer trendy? I have a practical challenge in my stairwell which waist height panelling on the stairs would fix. I like the faux panels but not sure of that design has had its day.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks for sharing! I’d be glad to give you my opinions on it, but I’d have to see the space and discuss it with you. Please feel free to book a consultation at intro.co/garrettlechic

[@ardas77]

old dirty jar 🥰

[@GarrettLeChic]

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[@mnels5214]

I'm loving your villain era...

[@GarrettLeChic]

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[@sterlgirlceline]

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[@theemiriiii]

Totally agree on accent walls - what would you do if you inherited one installed by former owners that's too expensive to remove?

[@GarrettLeChic]

It’s hard to say. I’d have to see the space, and discuss possibilities with you. If you’d like my opinion, please feel free to book a consultation with me at intro.co/garrettlechic

[@gracegamboa1819]

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[@EllisBell]

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[@GarrettLeChic]

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[@rainbomg]

Collecting antique “authentic” vessels is the most grotesque exercise in mindless capitalism. Plus- the ppl they are copying, they made it look cool bc _those_ people are like “isn’t this neat? I found it in Omaha in a barn.” It’s that resourcefulness that is attractive, not someone’s ability and willingness to throw money away on old pots in a country where entire cities of people who work every day don’t have clean water. ANYWAYS. I *love* a villain phase. I’ve never seen an accent wall (painted) that didn’t make me feel sorry for someone. I’ve had a habit of painting my rooms in deep colors and my closets in bright colors since throughout my twenties, but if you wear color it will affect the way your clothes look. Since I was a kid, I only wear black and white (colors look terrible on me) so my closet being a bright color doesn’t affect me. It looks really cool if you have lights in there and the door is closed, it looks like an ethereal portal. Great video.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much for sharing! Happy New Year Jacynda. 🎉🎉🎉

[@Moluccan56]

Thank you for your bit on the accent walls and smooth walls. It’s all about the walls, in any colour as long as they’re white!🥰🇨🇦🫣 10:27 Have you discussed pot fillers? 😳

[@GarrettLeChic]

My pleasure! Please take a moment to support the channel if you haven’t already and become a subscriber. I appreciate the support. 😊😊😊

[@Moluccan56]

@@GarrettLeChic I must have because you’re popping into my life on a regular basis. I’ve just been through a window treatment selection process for one sliding door/wall in my living room. I have a simple 2 bed townhouse, where, on my own, I have never nailed the curtain and rods in a satisfactory way. Now, post renovation with new floors, cabinets, bathroom, paint I decided to honour the improvements with professionally made drapery. I recently retired and am on limited income but decided that it was time to do it right and let the $$$ figure itself out. $3,500.00+ Canadian, for thermal lined curtains with a rod that has tracking in it like hospital curtains! I will place the order in mid September and sing Happy Birthday to Me!😄

[@liweilihui]

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