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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Megan Slack

Lily Collins uses this unconventional shelf styling tip to bring her neutral living space alive – designers say the results are timeless

Lily Collins.

The neutral color palette, the most versatile of all, is categorized as timeless for a reason. However, in all its benefits (and ease), it can be tricky to keep our neutral spaces fresh and alive. This is where Lily Collins' living room comes into play.

The Emily in Paris actress taught us another way to introduce some bolder hues and pockets of personality to a white-painted living space – starting with her unconventional bookshelf styling. Instead of filling her alcoves with hardbacks, Collins has opted for a selection of vintage jars, containers, vases, and a metallic hand sculpture. In fact, the only book visible in the room doesn't appear to live on the shelf but, instead, can be seen in a glass case atop her black table.

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