Keeping it Lavishly Simple - White Bathrooms

White symbolizes purity, cleanliness and innocence. In most Western cultures white is the color for brides. In the Eastern, it's the color for mourning and funerals.

In decor, white goes well with almost any color. The designers of these beautiful bathrooms keep the decor neutral in soft pearly white.

This master bath looks like it could be in an upscale spa. The gorgeous Empire tub with polished nickel Etoile fixtures by Waterworks is now on my wish list. Designer Dana Lyon nailed it when she positioned the tub under the window looking out onto a private enclosed garden. The chandelier is just right too - not too big or overdone.

Photographer and designer Victoria Pearson's master bathroom in her Ojai, California home is simple and calming. I love how she added earth-friendly woven elements - baskets, raffia shades and slippers.

Is this heaven? This lavish marble bathroom was designed by James Michael Howard. He seamlessly blends modern and classical elements - the claw foot bench is divine.

This timeless bathroom by designer David Jimenez is simple, yet elegant. The beautiful counters and floors are in Calacatta Gold marble. Keeping the look fresh and serene, Jimenez selected classic white subway tiles on the walls and in the shower. The dark wooden tray with hand towels, tissues and flowers gives this room a spa like feel. Love it!

*images from House Beautiful and James Michael Howard