Interior tastes evolve a bit slower than hairstyles or fashion, but you'd be surprised at how much can change from year to year. The frills of the '40s, the eclectic '70s, the pastel explosion of the '80s — what was hot when you came into this world?
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Getty ImagesHulton Archive
1926
Shapely sofas are all the rage in Hollywood homes, like this one belonging to Vaudeville actress Lilyan Tashman.
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Getty ImagesMoviePix
1927
Dark wood pieces decorate the dorm room of Marion Davies in the movie "Varsity Girl."
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Getty ImagesHulton Archive
1928
At Salon des Artistes Dècorateurs, Charlotte Perriand debuts a table and stools that would feel right at home in our current homes.
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Getty ImagesGeneral Photographic Agency
1929
We're on the cusp of Art Deco, as seen in the movie "Our Modern Maidens."
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1930
In a room designed by Alexander Kachinsky, the focus shifts to shape and form.
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Getty ImagesPicture Post
1931
In the film "Captivation," a sophisticated setting is telegraphed through curves and columns.
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Getty ImagesHulton Archive
1932
Modern mirrors are the trend of the day, as seen at Syrie Ltd, a boutique owned by British interior designer Syrie Maugham.
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CorbisHulton Archive
1933
The future is bright in the brilliant green showroom of the General Electric Company. (Note that fabulous Deco detail around the mirror.)
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Getty ImagesGeneral Photographic Society
1934
Shiny, dark tiles add their own architectural element to the bathroom of Hollywood star Walter Huston.
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Getty ImagesMoviepix
1935
Actress Mae West ushers in a more romantic look, with glimmering glass chandeliers, a detailed table, and a shapely seat.
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Getty ImagesChicago History Museum
1936
At the "Modern House" at Marshall Field & Company, you'll find a conversational grouping that wouldn't feel out of place in 2016.
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Getty ImagesChicago History Museum
1937
Another "Modern House," this time, seen from the outside. Curvy details on the patio set have a slightly more feminine feel, while the window mimics the so-trendy look of glass block tiles.
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Getty ImagesHulton Archive
1938
In a French dining room, chrome and glass reflect the soft green walls and furnishings for a serene look.
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1939
Though this home in Kent is decidedly more modest, you can see the '30s trend of clean-lined furnishings through the sofa and bookcase.
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1940
This sweeping bar and entertaining area was designed by French Art Deco modernist designer Jacques Adnet.
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Getty ImagesChicago History Museum
1941
At 1941's "Modern House" installation at Marshall Field & Co., tailored twin beds offer stylish comfort.
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Getty ImagesChicago History Museum
1942
A bold table anchors an elegant dining room grouping at Marshall Field & Co.
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Getty ImagesChicago History Museum
1944
Florals and frills take the edge off darker woods in this bedroom setting at Marshall Field & Co.
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Getty ImagesChicago History Museum
1945
At the "Trend House" installation at Marshall Field & Co., a bevy of mirrors reflect an eclectic array of furniture and accessories.
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Getty ImagesChicago History Museum
1946
In the "Trend House" of 1946 at Marshall Field & Co., we see a very early predecessor to the shag rug.
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Getty ImagesChicago History Museum
1947
A folding screen and open shelving act as room dividers in the "Budget House" setting at Marshall Field & Co.
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Getty ImagesChicago History Museum
1949
A curvy valance draws the eye up in a petite bedroom setting at Marshall Field & Co.
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Getty ImagesSSPL
1949
Couples get in the act of slipcovering to give a fresh feel to their current pieces in this thrift-minded year.
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Getty ImagesWalter Sanders
1950
In the living room of architect and designer Ernst Schwadron, angled legs peek out from underneath streamlined furnishings.
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Archive
1951
Terra cotta floor tile brings a dreamy light blue and blonde color scheme down to earth.
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1952
A "dream kitchen" advertisement stresses the conveniences of modern appliances (but the yellow-and-red color scheme certainly grabs the eye).
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Getty ImagesHaywood Magee
1953
At the Design and Industries Exhibition in London, exaggerated forms (like this winged loveseat) capture the imagination.
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Getty ImagesHulton Archive
1954
Prints positively pop in this trendy dining room at the British Furniture Exhibition.
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Getty ImagesHousewife
1955
A Danish influence can be seen in the dining room set in this colorful home.
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Getty ImagesFrank Scherschel
1956
In the interior of the Robert McCormick House in Elmhurst, Illinois, low-slung furniture doesn't distract from a gorgeous view.
