Shabby Chic

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Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ˈʃæbi ʃiːk/

Definitions of shabby chic

noun a style of interior design that uses worn or distressed furniture and decor to create a vintage, lived-in look

Example Sentences

A1 I like the shabby chic style of that vintage dresser.

A2 She decorated her apartment in a shabby chic theme with pastel colors and distressed furniture.

B1 The shabby chic trend has become popular for its combination of elegance and rustic charm.

B2 The shabby chic aesthetic is characterized by a mix of old and new elements, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

C1 The interior designer incorporated shabby chic elements into the room, giving it a unique and stylish look.

C2 The shabby chic decor in the cafe created a relaxed and vintage ambiance for customers to enjoy.

Examples of shabby chic in a Sentence

formal The interior designer decided to go with a shabby chic theme for the living room.

informal I love how cozy and stylish that shabby chic coffee shop looks.

slang Her outfit was totally shabby chic, with ripped jeans and a vintage blouse.

figurative The old barn was transformed into a shabby chic wedding venue, complete with fairy lights and lace decorations.

Grammatical Forms of shabby chic

past tense

shabbied

plural

shabby chics

comparative

shabbier chic

superlative

shabbiest chic

present tense

shabby chics

future tense

will be shabby chic

perfect tense

have been shabby chic

continuous tense

is being shabby chic

singular

shabby chic

positive degree

shabby chic

infinitive

to be shabby chic

gerund

being shabby chic

participle

shabby chicing

Origin and Evolution of shabby chic

First Known Use: 1980 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'shabby chic' originated in the United Kingdom in the 1980s.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a style of interior design that incorporates vintage and worn-out items to create a unique and charming look, 'shabby chic' has evolved to also refer to a broader aesthetic that combines elegance with a distressed or aged appearance.