Chinoiserie became all the rage, and in no time the designs were copied by Europeans. Flocked wallpaper – usually hung on batons and long seen as the epitome of tastelessness – dates back to 1680.

If you’re going to have a Bourbon Sour before 5pm, consider sipping it from a Chinoiserie Straw. This, at least, is the moral of the story we took from the Season 7 premiere of Southern Charm .

Classic chinoiserie. Chinoiserie is a fixture of interior design, making frequent appearances in classic, traditional homes. The decor style, named for its imitation of Chinese art and motifs ...

The history of chinoiserie wallpaper is rich and deeply intertwined with Chinese culture and its influence on European style. "Hand-painted Chinese wallpapers were originally produced in the 1700s ...