Give Your Space a Glow-Up With These 4 Interior Design Trends

Out With Farmhouse Style, In With Cottagecore

Remember when everyone started whitewashing wood planks and writing inspirational phrases about love and laughter everywhere? Or when everyone just *had* to install a farmhouse sink in their kitchen? Farmhouse style used to feel elevated, but these days, it needs a couple of updates to keep it looking fresh. Instead of the 2015 farmhouse style, get your country-inspired kicks by adding in cottagecore elements. White walls, natural wood tones, vintage floral-print pillows, and fresh flowers create a simple, lived-in feel.

All the '80s Decor

The '80s are officially vintage now (sorry, Millennials born pre-1990). But that's actually a good thing, because the decade has SO MUCH aesthetic inspiration to offer. To take your living space into the latest frontier of design, add in elements like curved sculptural pieces, a dramatic color scheme, and faux-midcentury furniture that feels clean and slightly futuristic, just like the '80s.

Updated Traditionalism

Today's traditional design aesthetic pulls from a variety of time periods, which is exactly what keeps it looking modern and on-trend. Midcentury, Cali-style, and vintage elements come together beautifully when they're eclectically mixed with woven textures, fluffy rugs and fabric, and a neutral color palette. Tall windows with regal drapes don't look stuffy in a light linen or cream color, nor do beige walls look dated when paired with patterned pillows and a faux fur rug for extra drama.

Regency-Era Details

Regencycore, just like cottagecore and goblincore, harkens back to more romantic times. Bolstered in popularity by shows like Bridgerton, the Regency period style can be made modern when it plays the role of inspiration, rather than focal point. Add pops of upscale vintage design with ornate shapes on carpets, pillows, and lighting fixtures, then solidify the look with a pastel color palette and soft linens. Bonus points if you can sprinkle in some midcentury furniture to keep the entire room looking distinctly modern.

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