Rejuvenate Your Home for the New Year!

2010 is winding down and 2011 is just around the corner.  As many of us are ready to start a new year, it is not only a time of reflection but it is also a time of change.  How can you make the new year absolutely amazing?  A way to make it fabulous is to focus on your own personal sanctuary, also known as your humble abode.  By working on your house, you will find that it will not only freshen your atmosphere, but your mood as well!

So what are some ways for you to concentrate on making your home clean, fresh and rejuvenated?

• Get a few, small new pieces of furniture to freshen up the overall look and feel of your room.  For example, a new mirror for your hallway or a bold end table to liven up the living room.

• Freshen up the bedroom.  Have you been wanting a new bed frame for quite some time and simply haven't gotten around to getting one?  Now is the time!  It's amazing what new pieces in the bedroom will do for you!

• Use vibrant colors mixed with neutrals.  The fact of the matter is, neutral colors will always remain stylish.  Utilize browns, greys and blacks while adding some beautiful jewel tones to the mix.  This will really make your room pop!  A favorite that will be seen in 2011?  Mixing creams, greys and chartreuse (yellow/green).   

• Use different textures!  Mix smooth, rich woods with metal or perhaps suede with lush fur.  By doing so, you are creating an aesthetically pleasing room for all to enjoy.  Add texture with pillows, throws and other accessories.

There are so many different ways to make your home just as new as the new year!  For more information on furniture and ways to make your house fabulous, contact Boulevard Bazaar.

Boulevard Bazaar Announces Facebook Give-a-way Winner!

Boulevard Bazaar had a contest in light of the wonderful holiday season.  We wanted to show our appreciation to our customers by having a $250 store credit give-a-way to one of our lucky Facebook friends!

The winner of the $250 store credit holiday give-a-way, Lisa Marie Nisely, was announced today, December 24th.  Congratulations to Lisa and we would like to give a special thanks to all of you who participated!

Boulevard Home Furnishings Bazaar has been selling fantastic finds on one of a kind furniture and fabrics in Charlotte, North Carolina since 2003.  At our store located in the South End neighborhood, we provide a unique furnishings Bazaar experience – a marketplace with rows of furniture featuring fantastic finds on one of a kinds, sumptuous sofas, luxurious rugs, fabulous fabrics, exotic wood cabinets and tables, comfy chairs, much more, and everything else.  Not to mention, the prices are fantastic for high-end furniture and accessories.  Be sure to stop by our store or shop for a portion of our furniture finds online! 

Boulevard Bazaar is wishing you and your loved ones a very happy holiday! 

Last Minute Holiday Gifts!

Boulevard Bazaar is a fabulous furniture market place located in South End in Charlotte, NC.  At Boulevard Bazaar, you can find one-of-a-kind furniture finds as well as great decor, accessories, fabric, rugs and so much more!  Not a North Carolina resident?  Don't fret.  We have an online store that contains some of our wonderful merchandise!

Christmas will be here before you know it and for many, last minute shopping is a must.  We want to make sure your holidays are stress-free, the less chaos, the better.  Let us help you find a wonderful holiday gift for yourself or your loved ones!

Below are some great last minute holiday gift ideas!

1.  Baguio Mirror, $375.00.
This item has a beige stone frame with a small dark green stone inlay border that frames the round, beveled mirror. This mirror looks great in any room - dining room, living room, bedroom, hallway - anything goes!  What a fabulous holiday gift!

2.  Spanish Side Table, $375.00.
A round planked pecan top rests on a forged steel base. The forged steel base is crafted from a series of scrolled cyma curved legs, joined by a circular stretcher.  Late 17th Century European styling.  What a great find for someone's living room.  Who wouldn't love this elegant and romantic table for their home?

3.  Qing Drink Table, $150.00
Styled in the fashion of Chinese furniture from the early 17th Century Qing Dynasty. A round molded top rests over four shaped legs that are joined by a round galleried shelf.  This table is fabulous and can truly make your room pop.

These are just some of the fabulous pieces of furniture that Boulevard Bazaar has to offer!  Shop online or check out our store in South End for decor, accessories, fabric, furniture and much more!

How to Decorate and Host the BEST Holiday Party!

The holidays are here and you've decided to host a holiday party at your home.  Stressed out?  No worries.  Here is a guide with ideas to get your house prepared!

1.  Decide: Do you have everything you need?
Be sure that you have everything that you need to prepare for the party.  Depending on how many guests you are planning on having, you should decide if you need any extra chairs, tables, etc.  Do you have the decorations and items you need for the party?  These are all factors to consider.


2.  Cleaning is not just for the Spring!
It may not be "Spring cleaning" time just yet.  However, it is the holiday time and you want your house to look as fabulous as possible before your guests arrive.  Try not to save it for the last minute, it is not worth adding to your stress!  If you clean a day or two prior, it will allow you to get it out of the way and let you concentrate on the upcoming festivities!

3.  Choose a theme.
What look and vibe are you trying to achieve?  Are you stumped on the theme?  Below are some great ideas for starting your holiday party!

• Winter Wonderland:  Create a sophisticated setting of blues, whites, glitter and shine!  Hang snowflake decorations, put fuzzy snowballs in a decorative bowl, fill hurricanes with fake snow or ornaments and really set the mood.  

• Tacky Christmas Sweater Party:  Who can resist?  Have your guests pull out their tackiest Christmas sweaters and wear them to the party.  Decorate your home in a humorous and tasteless way!  Hang streamers everywhere and be sure to decorate with plenty of red and green!  

• Gift Wrapping Christmas Party:  This is a GREAT way for everyone to get together, enjoy hors d'oeuvres while productively wrapping gifts.  Have everyone bring a small dish, a role of wrapping paper and their gifts to wrap and you've got yourself a party!  Be sure to make a holiday playlist to get everyone in the gift wrapping spirit!  

• Cookie Decorating Party or Gingerbread House Decorating Party:  What could be more fun than getting together with close friends and family and decorating your own cookies or gingerbread houses?  This is wonderful for all ages and truly gets everyone in the holiday spirit.  Be sure your cookies are already prepared so that all you need to do is ice them and decorate!  If you choose to do a gingerbread house decorating party, be sure that all gingerbread houses are already assembled, or have each person bring their own!  

4.  Decorate Accordingly.

Now that you have chosen your theme, decorate to make the experience one to remember.  Break out the holiday dinnerware, lights, mistletoe, wreath, holiday doormat and other decor for this time of year.  You want your home to be both welcoming and festive for the occasion.  By doing so, you will truly set the mood and create a joyous setting for all.

If you are hosting a holiday party, be sure to make your guests feel welcome and at home.  The holidays are for celebrating, giving and sharing.  Boulevard Bazaar is wishing you all the best this season!  

Home for the Holidays

As today begins the first day of December, along with it comes the holiday madness.  Many people are gearing up for out of town guests, holiday dinners, and gift exchanging with family and friends.   It is truly the most wonderful time of the year.  Everyone is happy and joyous and no matter how tough times are, the holidays are where everyone comes together as one and celebrates life and family. 

Perhaps you are getting ready to host a holiday dinner at your home and are preparing for guests to visit.  Whether it is family, friends or co-workers, getting your house ready for such an event can be both stressful and difficult, especially with all of the other activities that come with the holidays.  But there is no need to worry, as there are many different ways to make your home feel magical this December.  

Below are some quick tips on how you can get your home ready for the holidays!

• Decorate your dining room table.  There is nothing that is more inviting than a vibrant and warm dining room table with gorgeous table linens, napkins, candle holders and other decor.  All that is missing is the delicious home cooked holiday meal!  Try dressing up the dining room table as much as possible.  This is the time to use bold colors that are reminiscent of the holidays such as rich reds, sparkling metallics and deep greens.  Try a table runner or a plate charger to jazz up your dinnerware.

•  Subtle Accents.  As much as everyone enjoys decorating for the holidays, at times, people tend to over-do it.  The best way to decorate without stressing yourself out is to use subtle accent pieces.  Why?  First and for most, it will make your life easier in the end and lastly, it will give your home a great deal of unique character as the common phrase is said to be true..."less is more".  Get a few cinnamon scented pine cones (found at craft stores) and fill a glass vase with them.  Perhaps you can even fill a centerpiece bowl with ornaments to make your home look festive.  The possibilities are infinite.

• Decorate Near Your Front and Back Doors.  Add pointsettias to your steps to make your home look festive for the holidays.  Find a new holiday doormat that works for the season.  A wreath for your door with complete the total look and can be done quite inexpensively.

 The best part of decorating is having the freedom to do how much or how little you desire and thinking outside of the box.  Not finding the table cloth you are looking for?  Why not purchase your own fabric and make your own table linen?  There is so much versatility when it comes to this time of year as you can truly create your own special look to ensure that everyone feels at home for the holidays.

Zest Up Your Home in 2011

As Thanksgiving has passed and the holiday shopping season has begun, we must remember that 2010 is about to come to an end.  As the times are changing, so are trends in home furnishings and decor.  Many people are looking forward to 2011 and excited to start fresh with a new year.  A way to reward yourself for making it through this past year in a current and radiant way is to freshen up your home with furniture and decor.  Although we are in a time where we are cautious of how we spend our money, giving your home some zest can be inexpensive and fulfilling if it is done the right way.

Tips to Zest Up Your Home This Year:

1.  Use different accent pieces and accessories.
The great thing about decor is it does not have to be very expensive.  There is an array of home accessories you can purchase at a low price that will truly make your home pop.  Try finding different pillows for your couch, loveseat or chairs.  Vivid colors and bold patterns are very much in style for 2011.  Bright colors in the green, yellow and orange families are also making a citrus splash this coming year.  Add a large bowl filled with faux lemons or apples for your coffee table.  There are so many little things that can be done to spice up your home that will cost you very little.

2.  Add texture and colors.
Whether you are looking for a new area rug or are in need of new drapes, both can be an excellent solution in adding both texture and color to your home.  Perhaps you are searching for a particular kind of drape and you have had no luck finding it.  Cut costs and get exactly what you want at the same time by purchasing fabric and making your own.  Add a colorful lamp to an end table or use a new piece of artwork over your couch to create a completely new look to your home. 

3.  Recycle and replace old furniture.
Although the economy has seen better days, it is fortunately the time to find bargains and good deals.  2011 is a great year to start fresh and recycle old furniture that you've been thinking about getting rid of for quite some time.  Have a yard sale, sell used furniture on Craig's List, donate to charity or perhaps you can take your old furniture and re-paint it or refurbish it.  No matter which way you go, now is the time to recycle what you have.  2011 is the time to rejuvenate your home.

There are so many fabulous ways to refresh your home without spending too much money.  By making your home new again, it will not only make it look better but it will make you feel better!  Everyone needs a fresh start once in a while.  Let 2011 be the year of change, zest up your home this year!  

Interior Design Spotlight: Color Psychology

Have you ever been told that the color of a room effects people's moods?  As you are painting and decorating your new home, take into consideration that the colors you choose can create a particular vibe and set a mood for each room.  They call this, color psychology and it is extremely important when decorating.


Red
Red is associated with fire, heat, passion, intensity, danger and love.  Red is such a vibrant, intense and fierce color and can go a long way with decorating whether its for your walls or your accent color.  Using red in your home will increases your heart rate, breathing and your central nervous system functions.  Red is also known to increase appetites.  Where would red be the most effective in your home?  Try your kitchen or dining room where food has a strong presence.

Brown
Brown is associated with comfort, security and reliability.  Brown is great to mix with warm colors as the rich tones compliment one another.  Many people will use brown in an office, library, and virtually any room as there are countless different shades in the brown family.  Brown is also considered and neutral which is quite beneficial to those who want to mix and match colors.

Green
Green is associated with health, nature, wealth and luck.  There is something very fresh and clean about green.  Green provides some relaxing and cooling factors that are great for a home.  Instead of using green as a wall color, try using green in your accent pieces such as an area rug or curtains.  Green has recently become a very popular color to accessorize your home with.  There are so many different shades, each offering its own unique character.  Whether you are looking for a warmer green or a cooler green, either will provide you with a beautiful outcome depending on what your needs and wants are.

Blue
Blue is associated with wisdom, tranquility, serenity, truth, spirtuality and cleanliness.  Blue is a great color to appeal to the senses as it will relax and calm your guests.  Blues are an appetite suppresent as there are not many natural foods that are blue in color.  Blues decrease your heart rate, breathing and blood pressure (the opposite of what reds do).  Blues can make you a little sad (yes, you may have a case of the blues), but all in all, proves to be an excellent option for your home decor if you are trying to accomplish a very relaxing and serene setting.

Oranges and Yellows
Orange and yellow are both associated with warmth, exhilaration and acceptance.  Oranges and yellows are not as popularly used in the home as other colors, but still offer great benefits as it will make your guests feel welcome and excited.  Oranges and yellows, like red, increase your heart rate and blood pressure.  Yellow in particular is known to increase your metabolism.  

Black
Black is associated with authority, darkness and death.  Most people will not use black to decorate their homes unless it is decor or a piece of furniture (couch, chair, etc.).  People find that choosing black furniture or black accessories tend to be timeless and sophisticated.  However, you will hardly ever see a house that has a room painted black.

Purple
Purple is associated with femininity, prosperity and royalty.  Rooms that are painted purple or have purple in them give off a romantic and feminine vibe.  The great advantage of purple is that there are so many different shades and hues, each providing different levels of intensity.  For instance, a lavender room may not be as ardent as a rich, eggplant purple.


Pink
Pink is associated with femininity, young girls, and innocence.  Although almost instantly pink is considered to be very feminine, it actually has a different affect on human psychology.  Research studies have shown that pink reduces hostile behavior and actually calms down an irate person.  Many children, particularly, young girls, use pink in their bedrooms.


Grey
Grey is associated with clarity, creativity and knowledge.  Grey is a neutral color and there for, becomes a blank canvas for the creative mind.  Grey allows your imagination to run wild with you because the color options are infinite.  Grey is a great color for a studio, library or office.  Grey is also great for modern and contemporary homes.


Choosing what colors to use for your home can be very tough.  Consider color psychology when focusing on a room color or accent pieces as it can truly affect how you and your guests feel.  Adding neutral furniture and accent pieces can really pull the room together as a whole.  The possibilities are endless but the color theory is a great way to begin when choosing colors and the mood you want to convey to everyone.

The Top 5 Must-have Items for Your Living Room

5. The perfect cocktail table.  Although the cocktail table has a purpose, it is actually a piece that can really pull a room together.  It almost becomes the focus of a living room because furniture typically surrounds it while it is somewhat in the center of the room.  There are so many different kinds of cocktail tables out there, each with its own unique character.  Whether you are looking for hard lines and a glass table that screams modern, or you're looking for a beautiful wood table to play off of the rich colors in the room, there is something for everyone.  What ever your heart desires, it is important to remember that having the right cocktail table can really complete your living room. 

Take a peek at this stunning tiered cocktail table!  

4. The comfy club chair.  Who doesn't love sitting in that gorgeous leather chair that is so unbelievably comfortable you want to sit there for hours?  Everyone knows that a couch is a staple item in a living room, but it cannot sit in the room all alone.  The best part is, the club chair does not have to match the couch.  In fact, using different colors, textures and fabrics can really give your living room some originality and character.  The club chair is an excellent piece while entertaining guests or even just sitting back and watching a football game. 

For an example of a wonderful club chair, check this one out.  

3. Find an excellent entertainment center.  Whether you have a large television set or small, an entertainment center truly gives your living room a very finished look.  There are many different kinds of entertainment centers and it all depends on what you are looking for and what kind of ambiance you are trying to achieve.  Some entertainment centers have shelves which allows for extra storage and decorating.  Whether you just need something small or are looking for something on the bigger side, an entertainment center will be a great focal piece for your living room for all to enjoy.

See this great entertainment center that also has storage!  

2. Grab a superb side table.  Side tables make an excellent addition to a living room.  It's a great place for lamps, picture frames and other decor.  Having a side table adds to your living room set.  Living rooms may look incomplete without one.  Whether you just need one or you prefer two for each end of the couch, side tables really add to the room.  You can go for something subtle or something a little more decorative and whimsical.  The choice is yours.

Check out this fabulous and chic Florentine side table!  

1. Get a bookcase for you library.  Are you an avid reader?  There is nothing like having a gorgeous bookcase to really make your house feel like a home.  Sometimes a bookcase can also be good for storage as well.  Don't have enough books to fill up the shelves?  Take advantage and put up pictures or other items you may have around the house but do not have room for.  The possibilities are endless and there are so many wonderful bookcases available depending on the size you need.  Make your home cozy and welcoming with this fantastic piece of furniture!

This bookcase is large and excellent for your book collection and storage!  

For furniture in Charlotte, NC, Check out Boulevard Bazaar Home Furnishings!

Top 5 Decorating Trends

You may either be moving into a new home or want to refresh the look of where you live now - but how do you do it?  There are so many different directions one can go when decorating a home.

Below are some trends and helpful hints for 2010 and 2011 to get your look current and your creative juices flowing!

5.  Eclectic.  Many different pieces and styles together in one room can give your home some unique character.  Are you digging the beautiful, gray, upholstered chair that has a romantic feel?  Pair it up with a funky, green pillow to make it pop!  With different styles, patterns, and colors, the possibilities are endless and in turn, you will have an original one-of-a-kind room.  Stay away from "showroom look" and get creative!

4.  Glitz & Glam.  Metallics and anything that shines is in.  Your room will really come to life with some deep gun metal grays and coppers.  Don't be afraid to turn to glitz.  As long as it is done tastefully, it can pull together an area while giving it a chic touch.

3.  Go Green.  Being eco-friendly has become a popular trend in all industries over the last few years.  Why not make your room one with nature?  Use neutral colors, it will go a long way.  How about organic cotton curtains?  A wooden coffee table?  Give your room that warm, earthy feel.

2.   Modern.  Straight lines, bold and geometric patterns. and vibrant colors mixed with neutrals...it sounds like a match made in heaven!  Contemporary is very in and it can make your room feel very urban but fun and funky as well.

1.  Go for Comfort.  It sounds cliche', but ultimately, you want your room to feel comfortable.  No one enjoys walking into a cold room where they do not feel welcome.  Make sure your furniture is not stuffy, instead, go for items that are inviting.

No matter what your style is, if you are looking for furniture in North Carolina, check out Boulevard Bazaar, located in historic Southend in Charlotte!

Boulevard Bazaar: Furnish Your Home, Complete Your Life

When you walk into a room, it is important to feel warm and welcomed.  If you own a store, the mood should be inviting and enticing so customers continue to return to your place of business.  This  idea is equally as imperative for a home.  You yourself want to feel content and comfortable in your house and hope that guests and visitors feel the same as well.  One of the heaviest components to acquire this is having the right furniture.  Furniture is definitely a form of decorative art and can really set the mood depending on what you are trying to achieve.

Of course there are different types and styles of furniture out there and it all depends on how and what you are decorating.  Whether you are looking for something traditional, modern, romantic, exotic or maybe even eclectic, there is something for everyone.  There are the common essentials such as bedroom furniture, office furniture and living room furniture but there are also pieces of furniture used for storage or decoration.

Choosing the right furniture truly depends on the individual and their taste.  It also may be contingent on what you are trying to accomplish.  The way a room feels is heavily impacted by the type of furniture style you choose, the color and the mood.

Do you have an urban apartment in the city with exposed brick and really want to focus on straight lines and geometric shapes?  Contemporary furniture can really pull all of this together to provide you with a modern look.  A low to the ground and sleek black, leather couch may be a wonderful option for you.  Maybe you have rich colors and textures in your home and need a lush, velvet chaise lounge and fierce, mahogany coffee table to complete the room's appearance.  The possibilities are truly endless.

To find the perfect furniture in Charlotte, NC, for your home, stop by our show-room in Southend at 3021 Griffith Street!

Boulevard Bazaar: Groupon Special!

Looking for a good deal on some new furniture? Have you heard of a site called Groupon? 

For those who are unaware of how Groupon works, here's some tips:

1) Each day, Groupon features an amazing special for a variety of local stores & resteraunts, at an unbeatable price.

2) The coupon only gets activated if enough people sign up, otherwise the special doesn't become active, so invite your friends!

You only get it if enough people join that day… so invite your friends!

3) Still have questions? Watch an informational video here.

Boulevard Bazaar has a wide selection of chairs, sofa's, tables, and more! The Groupon special is scheduled to go out on Monday, October 18th.

To sign-up for Groupon click here: "Boulevard Bazaar Groupon Special".

Unbelieveable Chair Sale Starts October 17!

From Wednesday to Oct. 17th Boulevard Bazaar Home Furnishings is running their biggest sale of the year for one-of-a-kind chairs!

Buy 1 Chair get 10% off!
Buy 2 Chairs get 20% off!
Buy 3 Chairs get 30% off!
Buy 4 or more chairs and get 30% off your entire order!

Now is the perfect time to do an entire room, including living rooms, dining rooms, or the entire house! Boulevard Bazaar has hundreds of chairs in the showroom! Plus, if you cannot find the exact chair you are looking for, we can always order exactly what you desire!

Stop by this weekend!! 3021 Griffith Street, Charlotte, NC 28203 

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65% Off Inventory Clearance Sale!

This weekend at Boulevard Bazaar Home Furnishings, save up to 65%-off our entire inventory of chairs, sofa's, tables and more!

Hurry in for the best selection!

Super Savings on specially marked tags, featuring In-stock selections from Highland House.