Decor report: why you need a Moroccan berber rug like now

I've had rugs on my brain lately. I think perhaps its the changing of the season to Fall when textiles and textures seem to be at the forefront of my mind. I am a glam living girl at the core but I always love a bohemian twist to my personal spaces. One of my favorite rugs is the wool Morrocan style rug I have. It's so comfy and plush, I literally would sleep on it. Total bohemian glamour. 

I read an article about the history of Moroccan rugs and the story moved me so much, I am now semi obsessed with these rugs. Not just because of the plush comfort but the story and message behind each rug is so empowering. 

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MOROCCAN RUGS ARE RICH IN FEMALE HISTORY

Moroccan rugs were not only made to keep homes warm but were a tradition passed down for centuries by grandmothers, mothers & daughters. Each rug takes about a year to make and the patters, personality and look of the rug was a reflection of the personal life story. The rugs character was made to reflect celebrations, weddings, phases of inner peace, etc. These rugs tell the personal stories of each woman. 

For some reason this just makes me want another one.

( There are so many different styles of Moroccan rug, each representing a different tribe. My favorite looks are the beige + brown or gray, stripes, diamonds and zig zags, which are from the Beni Ouarain tribe. )

MOROCCAN RUGS CARRY REALLY GOOD VIBES

 The lines on each rug are unique and they symbolize the sheep paths along the mountains to offer protection for each home. Each rug carries an energy of stability, love and protection. Isn't this the type of good vibes every home needs?

The purpose of the Moroccan rugs were not only for floor covering but also for naps, having family gatherings and pouring tea for guests. The rugs are so plush they can be used to sit on and play with your loved ones. It brings the family together. 

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I adore this colorful Beni Ouarain rug for a chic nursery. 

Decor therapy: infusing color through your rug

Who else is really feeling the beautiful sunshine of Spring? I am thoroughly enjoying having an extra hour of daylight. It makes me feel like I have more time to do things, to run around town and find beautiful things to bring home. 

I have brought home a few new plants, I am loving filling my home with fresh flowers, too. We are all craving more color in our homes right now, color energizes us according to our personal needs. Often times, its the colors that we are naturally drawn to that give us the energy and healing that we need. However, we tend to also choose to color our homes according to our 'favorite color' or what is currently trending. Did you see this beautiful blue apartment?

Choosing what colors we should decorate our home with should be such a personal choice, what may work for others, may not be what you need. I teach my clients how to choose their power color/s, so that when they are creating the color palette for a well designed space, their life & wellbeing is in mind. 

Overdyed rugs have been such a trend for the past several years and I am feeling that this trend isn't going anywhere. It's a fabulous way to add color to your home without having to paint your walls or make any overwhelming changes. In fact, rugs are such a great piece that you can change throughout the years, without having to change another thing. 

These rugs come in a variety of colors and you can totally get one on a budget. The best part, they literally go with any style or look. I have pulled together inspiration images from some of my favorite overdyed rug moments. This is to show you just how you can use them in your home. Get ready to add a dash of your power color so you can experience more bliss! 

I love the way this pink rug brightens up this white + black living room. This is a great example of how using a bold overdyed rug can be just the thing to add a beautiful pop of bold color without painting the walls. For this room, I would encourage you to go for a bigger rug. Let the rug fill the room, it will make the whole space feel more grand. 

living room by faire and goodwin

image via Stone Textile Studio

image via Domino

There are now companies like this who will make them custom colored for you. So If you want something to match perfectly to your taste, you can get them custom. You can also try your hand and dying them yourself. 

photo via Style at Home, design by Christine Dovey

Photo via We are Scout

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