As humans, it’s only natural to want to express ourselves. Our clothes and our homes are two areas that give us the opportunity to do exactly that. But what does our fashion style say about our interior design style? As a matter of fact, quite a lot!
Here are a few ways you can decorate your home to match your fashion choices.
Classical meets minimalist
If you’re a fan of sticking to fashion rules, you’ll probably want to do the same when it comes to your home’s interior too. In recent years, minimalism has ruled in the world of interior design and it goes perfectly with classical fashion.
When it comes to decorating in line with a minimalist eye, ensure everything in the room serves a purpose. Nothing should be “for show”. For example, a minimalist living room may consist of necessities such as a sofa, a coffee table and a television. But you wouldn’t find too many decorative ornaments or walls covered with artwork.
Another tip is to hide things. A cluttered living space goes completely against a minimalist style so move items to drawers or storage units as much as possible. Wall mounting objects such as televisions will also help to remove the need for unnecessary units and objects.
Smart casual meets Scandinavian
The Scandinavians have long been linked to interior design. You’ll often hear of people trying to achieve Scandinavian-inspired looks in their homes and by that, they’re referring to clean and simple looks that focus on functionality.
There is a large crossover between Scandinavian design and minimalism, and you could achieve both simultaneously. However, Scandinavian design trends often incorporate natural materials like wood, stone and wool to give a simple yet less formal aesthetic.
For that reason, it goes hand in hand with smart casual fashion. Just as smart casual finds the middle ground between formalwear and streetwear, Scandinavian interior design combines simplicity with homeliness.
Vintage meets antique
The last few years have seen a resurgence of fashion trends from yesteryear. Young people in particular have enjoyed shopping for clothes in thrift stores and vintage shops in an attempt to find hidden gems from previous decades.
If this sounds like you, there’s a strong chance that you will also appreciate retro design trends. A focus on antique interior design is the best way to achieve this. Antique interiors will use materials such as brass, glass and ceramics although it depends on which period in history you’re trying to recreate.
If opting for an antique look in the 21st century, it may be worth considering how you can combine vintage trends with modern-day principles. For example, switching ceramic for marble will give a similar aesthetic while being seen as a more current option.
Quirky meets whimsical
More and more young people are turning to quirky, individualistic fashion styles. Those who are a little bit ‘out there’ when it comes to fashion, probably will be when it comes to interior design too. The best way to recreate this in your own home would be to focus on a whimsical look which is considered to be anything that’s imaginative, unconventional and creative.
When it comes to whimsical design, there are no rules. In fact, the fewer rules you follow, the more unconventional and unique your home will appear to visitors. Materials, colours and decorations can all be played with when trying to achieve a whimsical home.
There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to a whimsical home. It’s up to you how far you want to take it. For those who don’t want to risk leaving their living spaces looking chaotic, try adding a few subtle whimsical touches through items such as cushion covers, decorative ornaments and ornamental throws.