Will Queen Anne dining chairs be too old-fashioned?
Hello, I have an antique English oval dining table with Queen Anne legs. I need to buy chairs for it. I would describe my desired style for the dining room as classic/vintage pieces with a modern feel. For instance, I would give the table a crisp look by putting it on a sisal rug with a red border. I want an eclectic look, not a really antique or formal look. I was thinking of buying some used Queen Anne dining chairs and modernizing them by using a fun fabric (maybe red and white stripe from Pottery Barn) on the seats. But will this still look like a really old-fashioned dining room set? I have heard that these days you should mix-and-match your table and chairs–do you agree? Any advice on getting that Pottery Barn-look would be appreciated! today, you are invited to put anything together that suits you. You do not have to stick to one style, period, or origin. Personally, I prefer that the wood all be similar in hue. I like Windsor back chairs. They are comfortable, timeless and loo