3 Bougie-Boujee Upgrades for Your Home

Slang in popular culture often has confusing meanings. Bougie (boo-zhee) and Boujee (boo-ghee), for example, are both adjective derivatives of the French noun bourgeoisie, which means “of middle-class status.” A bougie person may flaunt expensive tastes to elevate their social and financial status, while a boujee person is wealthy but unpretentious, according to hip-hop culture.

If you own or aspire to buy a middle-class home, here are three ways to give it the bougie-boujee refinement you desire. Focus on serenity, privacy, and comfort.

Serenity. The finest homes are decorated in calming neutrals, but instead of grays and beiges, try a subtle pink like Sherwin-Williams’ Fancy Pink or Benjamin Moore’s Fruited Plains.

Privacy. Create privacy without the heaviness of window drapes or the flimsiness of blinds. Plantation shutters are high end and, as attachments, add value to the home when you sell one day.

Comfort. High-quality insulation can prevent drafts, lower utility bills, and dampen noise. Decluttering can eliminate the feeling of being crowded. Ottomans can provide recliner-like comfort with better style and versatility.