Styles & Trends Decorating

One of our favorite ways to add a little excitement to an interior is by mixing old and new pieces. Nowhere is this more true than in the dining room, where an old-fashioned table and modern chairs make an especially attractive pair. Here are eight of our favorite examples. Above: An antique table and modern shell chairs mix in the dining room of a Madrid home spotted on Planete Deco.

Get your money's worth out of your sofa with this designer-approved style.

It might be time for white marble to step down from its throne.

As Nancy pointed out recently, there are some kitchen design choices that never go out of style — retro SMEG fridges and farmhouse sinks fall firmly in this category. If they’ve been considered stylish and practical for decades, chances are they’ll still be popular a couple decades from now.

Get ready to gawk at these stunning spaces. We love browsing pretty pictures and getting inspired to try something new and these homes do it really, really right. Prepare to mop up your drool while you click through this list of our best eye candy.

Simple silhouettes, minimal hardware, and pared-down color palettes. Let’s face it, most design enthusiasts can spot a modern piece from a mile away. (Psst… we broke down the difference between minimalist, modern, and contemporary, if you’re not up to date!) In 2018, almost every store has a slew of furniture and accessories that are inspired by mid-century modern classics—and for good reason. The style is contemporary, timeless, and looks good in virtually any space.

Full disclosure: I’ve never been skiing, or snowboarding, or so much as stepped foot on a snow-covered mountain range. But I’ve seen “Force Majeure” and have taken a virtual tour of Aerin Lauder’s Aspen home, which basically qualifies me as a pseudo expert on the après-ski aesthetic. To get the look (without actually hitting the slopes), here are some cozy ways to work ski style into your apartment that won’t look totally out of place.

This is a guaranteed solution for any home — any size!

This is the real thing and I love it – an Eames LCW from Herman MillerLately, I’ve been seeing more not-so-bad knock offs of some classic designs.

Hope you’re reading this one at home because it’s about to get a little risqué up in here. But for good reason. Lately, designers have been featuring the body—female breasts and butts to be specific—on housewares, art prints, embroidery, and clothing, and it’s not simply in appreciation of those killer curves. But we’ll get to that later.

(And we’re not talking tile or clay pots.)

As the season of inviting people to your home to gather during the holidays nears, now might be the right time to do a walk-through of your rooms with a more critical eye. Take your home from good to great by fixing these decor faux pas before the first holiday guest arrives! While knowing that your in-laws are going to be visiting your home this holiday season may have you wishing you could run out and buy new everything, don’t.

And Athena Calderone, too.

From our editors' radars straight to your own home.

With stylish storage solutions!

In this 200-square-foot studio, a wood stain makes a big difference.

You've never seen a locker look quite like this!

"It’s meant to be playful and a great starter color" for people who might be color-averse. "It’s okay to try new things!"

You probably haven't discovered them yet, so take a look!

From our editors' radars straight to your own home.

Starting at just $20!

It's “inspired by memories of carefree days."

It’s a design choice that’s worth a second look.

Estate sales are full of vintage gems. You just need to know what to look for to score big.

The collaboration between Backdrop and Coming Soon reminds us of autumn.

It looks so luxe and everyone asks me about it.

And I love it.

You should really be making ‘shroom for… mushrooms!

According to designers.

Forget the pumpkins and skeletons, this fall decor is all about rattan chairs, ceramic plates, and velvet cushions.

From our editors' radars straight to your own home.

From small space-friendly mirrors to luxe-looking nightstand decor.

It works with almost any other color.

It is "a positive, natural tone that, by connecting us with the natural world, can help us feel better in our homes".

If you’re struggling to separate your open sunroom from the rest of the apartment or living room, here are some tips on how to carve it out.

Putting your kid's toys away just got a lot easier — and a lot more stylish.

You've never seen a home library quite like this!

If you're searching for something new and a little more exciting, and you're into navy, then a peacock blue shade may be where it's at for you.

From our editors' radars straight to your own home.

From small-space-friendly lighting to luxe-looking throw pillows.

If you love vinyl, then this is the best $19 you'll spend this week.

Who knew this piece could function so well in a bathroom?

Any guesses what it is?

If you're only using curtains to dress windows, you're missing out!

For less than $150, too!

Plant stands are cool, but sometimes when it comes to plants, the higher up, the better.

To help inspire a few ideas, here are eight spaces that stylishly use the checkerboard pattern in their home decor, whether they be large-scale items or teeny tiny accessories.

Even though it was made for the bathroom, this IKEA find is key to keeping my kitchen clean.

From our editors' radars straight to your own home.

Plus, one thing it taught me not to do.

From statement shower curtains to luxe-looking organizers.

It's all about seating!

If you hold on to a classic wood finish, you can still use as many paints as you please.

I spend way too much of my free time scrolling through Etsy, and I’m honestly not ashamed of it! The website has become one of my favorite resources for home decor. I take pride in filling my apartment with decorative pieces that are a bit off the beaten path, and Etsy is perfect for snagging vintage pieces and new items that you won’t encounter at big-box retailers.

If you have available space beneath your windows, consider adding artwork.

From our editors' radars straight to your own home.

"Make your home into a cozy cave."

Starting at $12.

Centering a pendant light in a space that would otherwise lack overhead lighting is a great way to ensure that your home balances style and function at any time of day.

Hint: it's a site you probably already know and love.

Goodbye, boring white pots!

Bookmark this talent.

The study is an interesting look at both the trends and the rising price points that took over American bathrooms in 2022.

Step aside, gallery walls, there's a new statement-maker in town.

Move over, mid-century tapered legs!

When it comes to floating shelves, the possibilities are endless!

From our editors' radars straight to your own home.

And starts at just $15!

And no, it doesn’t include Command strips.

If you're into vintage, you'll love this resurfaced lighting trend.

You know — the one you just bought or have been eyeing!

These chairs deserve a seat on your shopping list.