Are You Playing It Safe or Designing Bold? Find Out Your Fearless Home Style
You’ve pinned the inspo. You’ve saved the reels. But when it comes to actually designing your space… are you confidently bold or still clinging to beige?
This quick quiz will reveal your Fearless Home Style—where you land on the boldness scale, what’s holding you back (if anything), and how to create a home that’s 100% you. Whether you’re a soft minimalist with a rebellious streak or a maximalist-in-the-making, this is where your real style starts to shine.
Let’s find out: are you playing it safe… or designing bold?
Are you a Bold Visionary, a Quiet Curator, or somewhere in between? This 15-question quiz will reveal your true design DNA—and whether you’re ready to ditch the beige and embrace bold, intentional style with the No-Vanilla Design Manifesto.
QUIZ QUESTIONS
Each question is multiple choice with 3–4 personality-revealing answers (easily scored later as Bold, Balanced, or Safe). Make a note of your answers and allocate point values, which you’ll see at the end of the quiz.
1. When choosing a sofa, what’s most important to you?
A) It must be comfy and make a statement
B) A classic silhouette in a durable fabric
C) Neutral, timeless, and goes with everything
D) One word: velvet. Preferably in emerald.
2. You walk into a room with bright patterned wallpaper. What’s your reaction?
A) LOVE IT. I’m already thinking of where I’d use it
B) Maybe just one wall…
C) I’d admire it at someone else’s house
D) I need to leave. My eyes are overwhelmed.
3. Pick the combo that best reflects your wardrobe vibe:
A) Red boots, vintage tee, tailored blazer
B) Monochrome with one unexpected piece
C) Jeans, a beige knit, white sneakers
D) Something with sequins and structure—yes, daytime!
4. What’s your favourite way to express creativity at home?
A) Mixing eras, styles, and colours like a pro
B) Curating shelves and vignettes mindfully
C) Rearranging furniture to optimise space
D) Displaying one or two quirky things that surprise guests
5. You’re planning a room makeover. What’s your first move?
A) Pinterest? Please. I start with a feeling.
B) I create a mood board and shortlist colours
C) I check what’s trending and play it safe
D) I find one bold item and build the room around it
6. What scares you most in design?
A) Looking like everyone else
B) Clashing colours or overcrowding
C) Making expensive mistakes
D) Getting judged for being ‘too much’
7. Your coffee table books say:
A) “This home is an experience.”
B) “I’ve thought this through.”
C) “I like things neat and tidy.”
D) “Daring. Electric. Me.”
8. Choose a lighting option for your dining room:
A) A sculptural chandelier in brass or black
B) A beautiful mid-century pendant
C) Recessed lighting and maybe a lamp
D) A hand-blown glass fixture from an artisan
9. What’s your approach to art?
A) Big, emotional, unexpected
B) A mix of framed prints and canvases
C) Tasteful abstracts in safe tones
D) I love provocative or vintage pieces
10. When guests walk into your home, you want them to say:
A) “WOW. This is so YOU!”
B) “It’s beautiful and thoughtful.”
C) “So calm and classic.”
D) “I’ve never seen anything like this before!”
11. How do you choose paint colours?
A) Bold tones or moody hues that create a vibe
B) Neutrals with a twist (greige, sage, dusty rose)
C) Whites and creams. No regrets.
D) I mix colours the way others mix cocktails.
12. Describe your dream kitchen vibe:
A) Black cabinets, brass, marble, drama
B) Shaker-style with soft hues and texture
C) White, simple, easy to maintain
D) Something retro, layered, full of personality
13. How often do you rearrange your space?
A) Monthly. Creativity never sleeps.
B) Occasionally, when I’m bored
C) Only when absolutely necessary
D) I’m constantly evolving it—why not?
14. Your living room rug is:
A) Animal print, Moroccan, or vintage Persian
B) Geometric or jute—textured but calm
C) Solid grey, beige, or ivory
D) Custom dyed to match my favourite painting
15. Pick your dream design motto:
A) “If it scares you a little, it’s probably perfect.”
B) “Balance is everything.”
C) “Don’t stand out too much.”
D) “Design is rebellion dressed in style.”
SCORING SYSTEM
Each quiz answer earns a score:
A or D = 3 points (Bold & Fearless)
B = 2 points (Balanced Brilliance)
C = 1 point (Soft & Subtle)
Total possible score range: 15–45
RESULTS BREAKDOWN
15–24 points: Soft & Subtle
You lean toward calm, classic, and comforting spaces.
You’re drawn to timeless neutrals, harmony, and subtle textures—and that’s a beautiful place to be. Your home feels like a gentle exhale. But here’s a secret: bold doesn’t have to mean bright. With just a touch of contrast, a dash of drama, or a quirky piece you adore, your serene spaces could sing even louder.
No-Vanilla Tip: Try introducing one bold item you love. A sculptural lamp, a darker paint tone, or an oversized artwork might be just the thing to energise your space—without overwhelming your vibe.
Ready to explore gentle ways to design with intention?
Join the No-Vanilla Design Manifesto for a slow-bold journey into fearless (but still you) interiors.
25–34 points: Quietly Brave
You’re a thoughtful risk-taker, blending boldness with balance.
You love playing with new ideas—just not all at once. Your home probably has a few unexpected moments: a killer art piece, a moody powder room, or patterned tiles that make guests do a double-take. You’re not afraid to stand out, you just like to do it with intention.
No-Vanilla Tip: Keep following that whisper of curiosity. The more you experiment, the more confident you’ll become in your fearless style.
Want more tools to refine your style and go bolder with confidence?
The No-Vanilla Design Manifesto was made for stylish rebels like you.
35–45 points: Bold & Beautiful
You’re a design rebel, and your home is your canvas.
Maximalist or minimalist, boho or brutalist—you know how to own your style. You don’t follow trends, you set them. Your spaces are expressive, layered, and bursting with personality. People remember your home because it feels like you live there—and they leave inspired.
No-Vanilla Tip: Keep elevating your bold instincts with intentionality. The line between chaos and charisma is thin—but you’re dancing it beautifully.
You’re 100% No-Vanilla—ready to lead a design revolution?
Join the No-Vanilla Design Manifesto and let’s show the world what fearless interiors really look like.
