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Becki Owens x Surya Luca Area Rug ($54+)

This vintage-inspired rug in a dusty pink has a distressed look that blends cool and warm earth tones in the most French Country way. Try it in a living room, dining room, or bedroom for a bit of old world romance.

Elsie Green Vintage Plates & Bowls ($69/set of 4)

Threshold French Country Mantle Wood Mirror ($70)

This 36" x 26" mirror is brimming with French Country appeal. Display it on a mantel or over a vintage dresser.

Vintage French Country Cottage Landscape Flower Garden Painting ($6)

This digital print of a vintage French Country painting is a great way to add a natural touch to your home without spending a ton of money.

Life in a French Country House ($55)

Hear it from the source: French tastemaker Cordelia de Castellane shares her inspo for creating the perfect French Country home decor and entertaining.

Small Daisy Floral Tea Tablecloth ($10)

The beauty here is in the simplicity with cheerful daisies embroidered on cotton and linen. Who's ready for tea?

Anthropologie Luxe Linen Blend Pillow ($68+)

These linen-blend pillows with frayed edges add a refined but still rustic coziness to your sofa or bed. So French Country!

PB Decorative French Wine Bottle Riddling Wall Rack ($299)

Threshold Berea Slouchy Lounge Chair with French Seams ($600)

This comfy linen lounge chair with French seams is a great accent your French Country decor. Pair it with modern lighting or sofa to keep it fresh and cool.

Olivia Boho Traditional Beige Purple and Coral Rug ($145)

Boho is very French Country adjacent. This cotton-blend rug with a mix of green, coral and purple colors adds a playful not-too-serious touch to your countryside decor.

Edmund Steel Nightstand ($80)

This vintage-inspired nightstand has a distressed farmhouse feel with an antique French Country look. Keep books and things on the bottom shelf, and a table lamp and plant up top!

Spurling Peel & Stick Toile Wallpaper ($1.17/sq. ft.)

Can we talk about this whole setup? Love this Chateau Toile peel-and-stick wallpaper depicting scenes of the French countryside for one. It makes the perfect accent wall in an otherwise clean, neutral space, which goes to show you can introduce elements of French Country decor in any style in a subtle, elegant, and totally cool way.

West Elm Parlor Sofa ($1,399+)

This elegant sofa has a subtle romantic vibe with sloping armrests and a bench-style seat cushion, and would totally standout in a French Country living room that looks more French than country.

French Connection Versailles Cotton Accent Rug ($50+)

If you're more into moody blues, this 100% cotton and vegetable-dyed rug has the timeless, distressed look we're going for in French Country decor.

Elsie Green Reclaimed Wood Farm Table ($2,695)

OK, not exactly ideal for a beer budget but this farm table made from reclaimed antique fir is the kind of piece you want to look for in an authentically cool French Country room. This one extends from 72" long to 108", thanks to two breadboard extensions. Bring on all the dinner parties!

Scottdale Headboard ($177)

This classic headboard in a modern silver finish makes an impact in your French country bedroom.

Modern Farmhouse Candle Style Chandelier ($100)

Cecelia Upholstered Loveseat ($1,324)

This antique-style loveseat comes in a slew of colors and makes for a cozy spot to lean into your loved ones.

Laurel Foundry Modern Farmhouse Mariella Bench ($145)

Vintage Wildflower Field Wall Art ($56+)

Bring in botanical wildflowers into your home with this print of vintage art that you can order in various sizes.

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What is Coastal Luxe?

Coastal luxe is an elevated take on the ever-popular “beach” home decor motif, substituting anchors and seagull statues with driftwood and seagrass baskets. Through plenty of texture, wood, pampas grass and more, this style is a luxurious fusion of beachy and bohemian, and we’re here to show you how to bring this trend into your home.

This home decor trend started in 2020, when an infusion of Balinese and Australian design influences trickled into mainstream social media. Home stylists, interior designers, and social media influencers alike noticed the growing trend, and began to implement it in their own projects.

How did Coastal Luxe get popular?

Coastal luxe quickly grew in popularity, as companies like Three Birds Renovations and brands like Village Stores infused their brands with a style that sat at the crux of traditional modernity and relaxed bohemian. This unique style is synonymous with relaxed living and beach culture, thus growing to popularity in Australia.

The products that ultimately gave way to this style originated from Balinese and Moroccan roots. Woven baskets, beaded boxes and unique wooden furniture have been handcrafted by local artisans for centuries, and with the globalization of the home decor market their pieces have seeped into new countries, and markets, across the world.

Do I have to source Coastal Luxe overseas?

The short answer is no! In fact, you’re surrounded by pieces that fit this style no matter where you are. Head to your local Homegoods, Cost Plus World Market, Homesense or even Amazon and I’m sure that you’ll find some amazing, unique pieces.

Creating a coastal inspired home doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, with some simple styling tips and affordable upgrades, you too can transform your home into an idyllic escape reminiscent of a luxury seaside home.

1. Upgrade your lighting fixtures

One thing you will always see in any coastal luxe styled home is unique lighting. The goal of this style is to bring in a variety of natural different textures to create a relaxing, warm environment. For example, try finding an amazing wovenlampshade, or a wood beaded chandelier.

2. Add texture to your home decor

Think: wood, raffia, shells, really anything that is natural. Try these beautiful, airy curtains to transform your windows, a handwoven Moroccan blanket to throw over your couch, funky cutting boards or candle holders (I love shopping at Homegoods for these), woven placemats to update your tablescape or this rattan magazine holder to sit by your couch.

3. Pick wall art that reflects the beach

We absolutely love any opportunity to bring natural, unique pieces into our homes. We look for pieces from favorite photographers, like Saxon Kent, brands like Salty Luxe, or even our local Homesense and Homegoods (look for the brand Middle of Nowhere, they make amazing, large scale photographs on canvas). Photography is an all-around great way to bring art into your home.

Don’t worry, though, you don’t have to just stick with photography! Check out these handcrafted African Juju hats, this shell wall hanging and this seagrass fan.

4. Introduce live and dried plants to your home

Plants are the perfect way to bring the outdoors inside, and achieve that natural look. I love buying dried pampas grass and adding it to textured vases I find at Homegoods and TJ Maxx, like this terracotta vase and this coral motif vase. For live plants, check out your local plant nursery to see what they have in stock. Coastal luxe homes tend to lean towards more tropical plants, like banana trees and bird of paradises.

5. When buying new pieces, focus on the material and quality

You always want your pieces to last, so try to invest in quality. Handcrafted items are always an excellent choice, but for more budget-friendly home decor enthusiasts be sure to check the material label before you buy anything. If you’re shopping in a store, feel the furniture to make sure it’s real, sturdy wood. See if the pillows are stuffed fully, and if the pretty kitchen products you’re looking at are dishwasher safe (and even food safe…you’d be surprised by how many aren’t). And if there are reviews to be read, read the reviews!

6. Your rugs are an extension of your style – use them accordingly

Let’s be honest – rugs are wildly expensive, so you might as well get a pretty one that will stand the test of time. To achieve the coastal luxe style, check out jute rugs and Moroccan rugs. Remember, anything with texture is a good thing, so if you find a fabulous tufted rug, buy it!

Dark Espresso Wood

I’m not sure this ever qualified as good design, but espresso-colored veneer was everywhere just a few years ago. Heavy, dark finishes tend to make spaces feel gloomy, and frankly, cheap. Instead, opt for natural, solid woods like white oak or walnut. While they may cost more upfront, they're a smart lifelong investment because of their durability and timelessness.

Matchy-Matchy Furniture Sets

This room is cringe on so many levels. Rooms lack personality when everything matches perfectly, but also this trad furniture with rolled arms and decorative nail heads are a bit gag-inducing. Instead, choose sophisticated styles, from sleek curves to classic and modern silhouettes, paired with vintage pieces for a layered, lived-in look.

The Color Grey

It's had its heyday, but grey needs to go in 2025. It was just so overdone. I admittedly still have a grey sofa from West Elm that is now 10 years old and it *will* go in 2025. Instead, I'll look for earthy, natural, and warm colors to replace it.

Metal Beds

Metal bed frames can feel cold and stark when your bedroom should feel warm and cozy. They don't inspire good feng shui too because it's thought that the energy flows too quickly through metal, creating a sense of restlessness or heightened activity. Not something you want in your bedroom! A wooden or upholstered bed is a much better choice for a calmer, more grounded space to sleep.

Glam French Country

The charm of French country is its simplicity and authenticity — there’s nothing overtly glamorous about it. This bed is a little too "extra." True French country style emphasizes natural woods, organic fibers, and timeless, understated decor.

Mid Century Modern

There is a timelessness to the clean lines and quality of midcentury modern design, but homes are becoming cozier, less minimal, and leaning into curvier shapes and elevated designs.

Bulky Furniture

Heavy-weighted sofas with rolled arms are making way for low-seated, modular sofas in sophisticated shapes.

Futons

Sleeper sofas are becoming more comfortable and stylish, leaving the dorm-room vibe of futons a thing of the past.

Boho

For those who love this aesthetic, don't worry. Rustic is still in, but in an elevated way with natural fibers, colors, and reclaimed woods still in the mix. That said, it's time to lose the macramé wall hangings, eclectic mix of furniture and textiles, and plants everywhere in rattan pots.

Teal Furniture

While playful and eye-catching, this color is a bit garish. Look for subdued and sophisticated jewel tones for colors that will stand the test of time. Here are home color trends that will be huge in 2025 and beyond.

Barn Door Beds

Barn doors, outside of a barn, are definitely out, but this tacky farmhouse look especially needs to go.

Industrial Anything

Metal chairs, exposed Edison bulbs, kitschy steampunk decor is a home decor scene that needs to stay way back in the past. Update the look with softer, more organic accents like a wood farm table with linen slipcovered chairs.

Recliners

Dad's Lazyboy needs to stay hidden in his man cave or officially go. The bulky chairs, while super comfortable, can dominate a room. Instead, look for accent chairs that are still really comfortable but look sleek and modern.

Tuscan Kitchens

If you're on the hunt for a first home, you might see this popular kitchen trend from the early 2000s everywhere. Instead,upgrade to a modern Mediterranean look with warm neutrals and natural stone materials.

Glass-Top Tables

Glass-top dining and coffee tables can feel cold and impractical (they require constant cleaning!). Instead, choose wood or stone dining tables for a sturdier, earthier vibe.

Gold Hardware

Unlacquered brass is on trend in kitchens and baths, but this faux gold look that conjures up '80s brass needs to go.

Corduroy Upholstery

Corduroy upholstery may be affordable, but it often ends up looking cheap and dated. For a more refined and timeless feel, opt for fabrics like wool, velvet, or natural linen.

Chevron and Overly Geometric Patterns

Chevron patterns have been on their way out for a couple years now, but 2025 is the time to truly let them go. Buh-bye!