Summer Decorating Ideas and Inspirations

Home décor needs to be spruced up from time to time, to make it look fresh and exciting. The same old décor for every season will make your home look stale and unattended. Summer season is here, the perfect time to give your home a facelift. Welcome the warm weather with open arms and joyfulness as you tastefully incorporate the summer vibe in your décor. Summer decorating is so relaxing and endearing, you can go on to add subtle hints of it or can go big with an amazing wall art décor.

Summertime activities are not just limited to indoors; it’s time to get outdoorsy. Barbecues, lounging in sun, pool parties, garden parties, patriotic celebrations, bonfires and sundowner parties are the essence of summer. When you have this kind of a social calendar make sure to impress the guests by relaxed yet classy décor. Summer time means entertaining the guests in en plein air (in the open air). Easy lounging under the awning, seasonal flowers like dahlias, sunflowers and peonies, seashells and lush greenery must be integrated in the scheme of your décor.

 Draw inspiration from the season itself, comfy and inviting seating, an assortment of colorful potted plants, barbecue grill, wicker furniture, river rocks, starry light all accentuate the summer vibe brilliantly. As the sunsets and balmy nights emerge, make great use of this transition by dining out under a twinkling dome of lights or hang paper lanterns from the patio and invest in a cool air blower fan that keeps the bugs and sweat at bay.

As the given circumstances around the world, due to the ongoing pandemic, we have to cancel all our summer vacation plans. But who says we can’t do a staycation? We can do it by cleverly revamping our home with summer décor. Trust me; it is going to be a very rewarding decision. But to make it even more fruitful follow trends that resonate with your personality and inspire you. Don’t try to jump on the bandwagon, instead carve your home around your own taste.

Summer time décor can be put away when fall or winter season arrives, this way it will be fresh for the next time. It will also break the monotony and you can then decorate according to the next season. Summer seasons means to bring zesty, crispy and splashy décor in your home. Infuse an array of colors with throw pillows, bed spreads, curtains, wall art décor, accent rugs and place mats. The season of entertainment needs special attention and you must not stick to the old décor. Brace yourself for the most workable and pocket friendly ideas that anyone would like to imbibe in their interiors and exteriors for this summer season.

Be creative, imaginative, innovating and visionary with your décor, in order to stand tall from the crowd. The key is not to overdo, be subtle and understated yet artistic and playful. Channelize your inner designer with these ideas for an amazing summer season.

Infiltrate colors in your decor  

Summertime is all about popping and bursting of colors. Taking inspiration from the spring season, you can bring along the colorful vibe for summers as well. Place eccentric vases in your home with colorful flower arrangements and call it a day. These will never make your home feel dull or bored. Also take out the colorful crockery you were always doubtful about and place in the dining or kitchen area to add a pops of colors. Another simple and easy way to bring in colors is to swap your pillow covers and cushions and energize them with painted or printed floral pattern covers. Invigorating and vibrant placemats on the breakfast table can set the right tone for the whole day.

Amp up the outdoor

When the essence of summer season is partying with friends and family then outdoor décor should be done ardently. If you are short on space then utilize the porch space effectively. Paint your front door in a bright hue, place chairs or accessories that don’t make the space look cluttered but inviting. If you are lucky enough to have a patio or garden then sky's the limit for summer décor. Grace your garden area with furniture that is durable yet comfortable. For added comfort, install in an awning for the perfect shade where you can nestle and unwind.

Outdoor lights and decor

Summer time is the party starter, entertaining outdoors is so much fun and one must be prepared to make the best possible impact. Strands of twinkling, starry lights on trees or paper lanterns give the perfect excuse to party well into the night. A galvanized silver tray is perfect to serve cocktails and entrées. Low- lying table brings everyone together to have heartfelt conversations. Tiki- Torch is also a great way to bring in light and life around the garden. Decking them is an inexpensive and feisty way to light up without electricity.

Summer scents 

Summer season décor in not only about visuals, the way your home smells also plays a huge part. Tropical, floral and citrus smells perfectly encapsulate the essence of summer. Scented candles are also great and give each room a customized aroma.

Rugs, curtains and wallpapers

If you want to bring in a notable change and that sets out to show the effort you have put in, try swapping rugs, curtains, wallpapers or furniture. All these are less expensive, more impactful changes that will not cost a fortune. Accent rugs with colorful patterns can revitalize any room. Make any wall stand out with wallpaper and matching throw pillows. You can also paint or upholster furniture pieces to give them a new lease of life. Flowy, easy breezy curtains can be perfect for the summertime.

Wall art decor  

If you have dark walls or very light walls leaving them empty will not help if you want to prepare your home for summertime. Decorate them with colorful, abstract wall art décor. Place an overhead spotlight to draw attention on it. It will make your walls speak for you and will become the focal point.

Try these ideas without draining your bank accounts, spruce up your home elegantly.

Top Trends For Pillow Decorations

What is the best way to revamp your house, without burning a hole in your pocket? How can you follow new trends and change the look of your house in an impactful way? It is not necessary that in order to follow the ongoing trends, you have to do a full blown décor makeover. A simple trick to refurbish your house is by changing the pillows. This will give a new look to your lounge, bedroom or any other place in the house. New trends emerge almost every season. There is no escaping them. But by changing your pillows, you can be on song with current styles. A mere swap of new pillows, with the ones that have been gracing your home for quite some time now can make heads turn. While trends transform, modify and metamorphose at different paces, some are on- trend for years and others last for just a season or so. Like the Nordic trend is there from the 1950s but still looks graceful and aesthetically pleasing. Other trends like shag or velvet are more seasonal.  Here we have lined up some trends you can follow, for pillow decorations which will give your home that oomph it needs.

Heterogeneous elegance:

2020 is all about being glamorous, chic and sassy. To reflect this in your home in the easiest way possible is to add it in your pillows. Pick rich tones for your statement pieces like emerald green or royal blue or rich ruby. Add a hint of metallic with burnished copper or glistening gold. You can make a real style statement with this trend in any of your rooms.

Simplistic arrangements:

Nude and neutral tones are a go-to if your vibe is to make your home a relaxing oasis. With this simplistic approach towards your throw pillows you can create a calm, comfy, cool and chilled-out space in your home, where you can retreat, regenerate and revitalize. This year grey and whites are old news, go for more yellowish undertones. Imbibe warm neutrals, from almonds and walnuts to oatmeal. Beige and soft hues make a perfect base for building upon. Add a hint of texture with some tasseled, beaded or shaggy pillows.

Distinctive and symbolic: 

Throw pillows are not only about comfort, elegance, style and aesthetics. It can represent a part of your life, something that is near and dear to you. They are a reminder of a big and important day or person in your life. Throw pillows can reflect a facet of your life in a very stylish way. Be it your anniversary date or your favorite breed of cats or dogs, your most liked flower or your loved ones name. There is an endless assortment of options or choices to consider that will make your home as exclusive and quirky as you are.

Mix and match:

Gone are the days when each pillow has its own story to tell and is in its own league with respect to its color and size. This 80s style of decorative throw pillows is a thing of the past. Decorative throw pillows should encapsulate your style and yet be inviting and relaxing. For this trend, go for a casual mix of easy breezy pillows on a plush solid color sofa as a foundation of your theme. The impactful thing of this trend is to keep in mind that it should be a common color in all your throw pillows such as a muted green or understated blue. This will weave all your themes and make it a style statement.

Bohemian:

Your style is more comprehensive, eclectic and multi-faceted. You want to add a global vibe to your home without being too eccentric. Go for the bohemian decorative pillows as a dapper way to bring in the global vibe to your home. This style is for-ever cool and will never disappoint you. This style is celebrated for its recognizable prints that stimulate pop-art. Throw pillows can be fringed, tasseled, beaded or printed. The colors are browns, spiced red, umber or ochre. There is a healthy mix of motives such as, paisleys, block prints, Ikats. This trend has rich tones and textures which instantly gives you a warm and comforting feel especially in the winter months. This nomadic trend is a go-to in every season. 

Mud cloth prints:

Mud cloth print pillows are crowd pleasers! They give an authentic feel to your home. This trend brings back the cocktail hour big time. This trend is not for the faint hearted. This trend means more is more. This trend is having a moment in the designer’s world. These prints and other globally inspired prints are a thing in today’s world. If you want a pop of color in any space or you want to invigorate or rejuvenate and make that space eye-catching go for these prints. The best way to follow this trend is to pair these decorative throw pillows with a neutral toned sofa or chair. You can contrast and combine different patterns, shapes and size to get that unique set of pillows reflecting your style.

There are so many new and exciting trends that you can follow and make your own style statement. You can choose from neutrals to bold and eccentric or go for patterns and stripes. Pick a trend that best reflects your personality and starts decorating. Flip through any magazine of home décor or scroll down your Instagram feed and you are bound to see decorative throw pillows gracing sofa and corners. The best thing about the throw pillows, they are an inexpensive way to decorate.