Don’t be afraid to emphasize your personal interior decor tastes or interests. Remember it is part of self-expression; your own personal style, which you began to define when developing your decorating plan.
Do recognize the difference between real-life design and dream design seen in magazines or on television. Be realistic about your expectations; real-life design takes much more planning, effort, time, and money than what is seen through the eyes of the media.
The bottom line is that it is your home; your décor is supposed to make you feel good. If you don’t like an element, don’t buy it – find something else that fits in the space.