I have SUCH a split personality!

This revelation isn't a surprise to anyone who truly knows me, I am sure.

It's true. I'm a split personality - esp when it comes to decorating and home decor. It's so funny to me, when people come in to my apartment for the first time, how they react and what they say. To me, my hodgepodge of shiny/textile upholstery and silver and/or matte, dark frames with old black and white family photos just go together. Also, my vintage kitchen table that's in some serious need of refinishing and my cherry apple red Kitchen Aide were meant to live in the same room. I don't know, I can't explain it. I love shiny things, and I love beat-up, old, weathered enamel cast cookware. I am a combination of two opposite worlds.

And today, I took a little quiz here that proved it. It was super fun, and DEAD ON, as I'm sure you'll agree.

My tastes run 50% French Eclectic (French Country)

And 50% Classic.

While I do find it interesting that both these pictures have basically the same chair in the lower right quarter- a chair that strikingly resembles one that I have placed in the far corner of my bedroom, thankyouverymuch - what slays me are the descriptions of the specific styles. Check it:

French Eclectic

Parlez-vous français? Even if the answer is no, you can confidently say your home does! French Country, like its name, somehow manages to both be formal and casual, classy and unassuming at the same time. You like your spaces to feel inviting from the moment you (or your guest) opens the front door and this feeling should continue even after you've entered your most formal room. Even though there are French antiques here and gold details there, the rustic elements provide a balance and warmth that seems to say, "come in, relax and stay a while." Your love of antiques leads you to flea markets, garage sales and hours of eBay hunting.

Materials
The materials and pieces you are drawn to play on the mix of formal and casual. Many of the pieces look like they were passed down from your great-great-aunt (even if they are brand new!) and you managed to upholster them in a way that made that piece both then and now. Much of the furniture is wood-framed and the wood is either left natural (hey there rustic!), painted white (hey there country!) or even gold (hello refinement!). And many times there is a strong mixture of all of these.

When it comes to color, you are drawn to bright and airy options. Thoughts of the French countryside are key - warm colors such as yellows, reds and oranges hinting at fields of gold.

Classic

What's old is new again! The beauty of Classic Style is how well it takes all of the beautiful forms, colors and textures of the past and reinvents them in a way that feels both fresh and inspired. Furniture is well proportioned and comfortable and the rooms give off an air of sophistication and grace. Oil paintings depicting a still life or nature scenes and emphasizing symmetry of pairs helps maintain the Classic nature of the room. Windows are often covered with opulent fabric shades and/or drapery. Classic rooms give off an air of history that seems to say: "I was here long before you, and will remain long after you've gone." And yet, even with this level of sophistication, the rooms are soft and inviting.

Materials
Classic rooms are filled with texture and deep color. Walls are often saturated in color and many times have an old-world faux finish to hint of days gone by. Dark stained wood is very common and is often distressed. Additionally, gold, bronze and silvers have a natural-looking patina to them that softens their shine. Maps and animal prints are common, and fringe and tassels are often used to trim pillows, drapery and cushions. Genuine antiques are mixed with replicas and found objects become sculptural elements in the room.

Common colors are creams, and rich versions of traditional colors such as burgundy, dark green and navy blue. Golds and yellows are also popular as many Classic rooms have a very warm tone to them.

These descriptions slay me. Distressed wood, both left natural AND painted white (and/or metal tones)? Check. Opulent fabrics, fringed throw pillows, genuine antiques mixed with old-world replicas? Check. I would sooner die than have animal print anywhere near me, but I've always wanted a HUGE, framed map. (And I have a love affair with globes that's a little unholy.) What colors are the walls in my tiny little 600 sq ft home? Red/burgundy - a peachy/cream - yellow - plum. Check and double check on my love of both warm and saturating colors. If my living and bed rooms were any bigger, I'd have huge sweeping curtains. Nay, drapes. (Because I love heavy fabric. It speaks to me. Call me Scarlett, I won't care - I love heavy, dark drapes.)

Anyway, this quiz cracked me the heck up. It was so completely dead on (for me, anyway). It's good to know that I live in the home I would choose, and that my decorations truly reflect who I am. Too, too funny. Let me know if any of you take the quiz. I'm wondering if anyone else will get the same, exactly right, outcome.