How to do eclectic without it looking frumpy or like you are trying too hard?

Eclectic style uses a variety of periods and styles, but is brought together through the use of color, texture, shape, or finish.

There can be a multitude of fabrics used but there is a common scheme or color running throughout them.

Eclectic style does not have to adhere to one major style or look.

You are able to design your room to have a freedom of expression and vibrant individuality.

Its really great if you love more than one style.

Through personal touches and accessories you can pull a unique and funky feeling in your room, while also designing a sense of unity and coherence. Your knicks knacks should be unique and have a varied appeal.

Artwork can be used as a jumping off point or used for color inspiration. Art can pull a room together.

Pick and choose your favorite elements of certain styles.

Either paint or fabric can be used to create unity or a theme among items for ex. 2 mismatched chairs painted the same color or a recover a chair and a sofa in the same fabric.