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This post will show you the best summer decor ideas for your home.
Summer is almost there and it is time to think about home decor ideas for this special season.
Every room of your house can be decorated for summer: living room, bedroom, kitchen, dining room, any room! Although, for this warmer season, we should not think only about the indoor areas.
We have to give special attention to the outdoor areas of our homes, such as the balcony, the backyard, the garden, and the patio, since these will be the areas where we will most likely spend most part of our time, enjoying the view, and relaxing with a summer breeze and maybe under a fresh tree shadow.
If you are willing to decorate your home for the summer season but don’t know where to start, this post is for you!
In this post, you will find 26 fantastic summer decorating ideas to get inspired and start decorating your home for this so much loved season.
Hopefully, by the end of this post, you will be full of ideas and ready to completely transform your home!
1. Wall decor for your patio
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Decorating your outdoor area is quite important for the summer season.
One idea that can make your patio look extremely elegant is to hang some decor elements on the walls.
You can place, baskets, or ceramic plates, or like in this picture you can hang Spanish lebrillos.
Spanish lebrillos are these ceramic pieces you see in this picture, with a bowl format, that is traditional and very popular in the South of Spain, especially in the Granada region.
They can give a lot of charm and character to your outdoor area decor.
2. Give your mantel an airy look
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Mantels are usually decorated for winter and Christmas times and make us think about cold weather. But you can decorate it for other seasons as well, and even for summer.
For summer, though we have to make it bright and airy, and to do so, we can select simple elements, with minimalist details and bright colors.
Placing a mirror with a simple but elegant look is the perfect example of this type of decoration.
Mirrors reflect light and give us the impression that a room is bigger and brighter than it actually is, so it can be the perfect choice for your mantel summer decoration.
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Inspired by this idea, I found this beautiful arched mirror with elegant details.
3. Light blue for decor items
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Blue, and especially light blue, is a summer color.
Choosing decor items with these colors for your indoor area, such as the living room is a great choice for summer decoration.
Choose throw pillowcases, decor elements, and even the rug in light blue colors, and watch your living room turn into an airy and bright but still cozy area.
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Inspired by this idea, I found two throw pillowcases that scream “summer”: one is simple but with a refined look, and the other one is super cute also in light blue with buttons, which I found so delicate as a detail.
4. Decorative baskets
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Decorative baskets are a good choice for any season actually.
But if you want to make an area of your house such as a living room corner for example to have a more summer look, apply the same logic as idea number 2: make it simple.
Choose some simple and minimalist elements to compose the rest of the decoration.
The minimalist element in this case is the console table where the baskets and the other decor items are placed.
Its design is completely simple and minimalist, which makes it perfect for adding decorative baskets and a vase with colorful flowers.
The choice of the other decor elements was also perfect: they have a simple design with elegant lines.
5. Wall decor and furniture in bright colors
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Hanging decor pieces on your wall is a perfect idea for indoors and outdoors, as you saw in idea number 1.
If you like the cozy cottage style, this idea is for you!
Plates can add a unique visual interest and character to the walls. Choose different sizes and organize them in a gorgeous pattern, like in this picture.
For summer, choose bright colors for the furniture to make the wall decor the center of attention and the main piece of your living room.
Bright colors also create a sense of space which is perfect for summer.
6. Decorated tray as a centerpiece
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To have a decorated tray and use it as a centerpiece is another great idea for any season.
If you want to make it look more summer-styled, go for bright colors or the classic white and blue.
Flowers are always a good choice to add to your centerpiece decor as well, as they give some life to the room.
If you are looking for tray decoration ideas for the whole year, this post here can help you with that.
7. Lemons everywhere
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One element that really makes us think about summer and that is present in most summer decorations is lemon.
Lemons make us think about lemonades, which are quite present in summertime.
One cute idea is to put lemon branches in jars or glasses to create beautiful centerpieces
If you really like the lemon theme, you can go all in and get pillowcases and plates with lemons on them, and maybe place some lemons on the shelves as decoration, as well.
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Inspired by this idea, I found these super cute lemon branches that can be used for centerpiece decoration, just like the one in the picture.
8. Details in white
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Bright colors are perfect as a summer color palette, and white is one of the colors that is great for summer decoration.
Decoration details or furniture in white can give the idea of a brighter and airy room, which is great for summer.
Cabinets, and decor elements in white, such as the ones in this picture, can be a great idea if that is what you are looking for.
9. Details in white and blue
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The combination of white and blue for summer decor is a classic for summer.
It works for any room you want and usually also works for any style in general.
If you like cottage style the idea in the picture can be perfect for your dining room: hang plates with different patterns and sizes on the walls, and choose a tablecloth and plates in a combination of white and blue colors.
For a more airy look, choose the furniture, such as the dining table, chairs, and cabinets in white.
10. Decorate your entryway
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Don’t forget to decorate your entryway for summer!
For the entryway, minimalist and simple decoration can be perfect for summer.
Choose some summer decor elements to display, such as details with lemons or some yellow or white wildflowers.
Having some wall decor can also upgrade your entryway, but again, simple, and minimalist for summer.
11. Decorate the corners of your rooms
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The corners of your rooms, such as the living room, can be a fantastic spot to display summer decor.
Add a seating, with throw pillows in summer colors, like blue and white stripes, hang some plates with different patterns and sizes, creating beautiful wall art, and place some plants around to give it a relaxing vibe.
And there you go, you have a corner decorated for summer!
Corners can be a great place to decorate in general, so if you are looking for inspiration to decorate the corners of your living room this post here is for you.
12. Sea decor elements
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Sea elements such as seashells and starfish take our minds straight to the beach, and the beach is all about summer.
Use these elements to decorate trays, and bowls, for example.
Pick different colors, sizes, and designs and play with them by creating different and gorgeous combinations that you can use as decoration for many spots in your home.
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Inspired by this idea, I found these starfishes and these seashells that can be perfect for summer decorating.
13. Decorate your bar cart
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Your bar cart can also go into summer mode just by adding some decor elements.
Just adding some small details can completely transform your bar cart and the area where it usually stays.
Add some details in fun colors such as pink, and orange, and some citrus elements which can be fruits or pictures of fruits, like in this picture.
14. Use seashells
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Sea elements, such as seashells and starfish are elements that make us think about the beach, and the beach reminds us of summer.
Use seashells to create a unique and adorable piece of home decor.
Put them in bowls, small glasses, or in a beautiful glass filled with water and flowers and place them on your dining table for example.
It is so creative and completely evokes summer.
You can then use it as a centerpiece decor for your dining room, kitchen, or living room.
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Inspired by this idea, I found these seashells that can be perfect for this type of summer decor.
15. Boats
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Just like seashells and starfish, boats are elements that evoke summer, because it makes us think about the beach.
Having small boats as decor elements can give the room where they are placed a summer vibe.
You can buy the small boats or you can DIY and create something unique.
16. Decorate a tiered tray for summer
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A tray is the perfect place to display your seasonal decoration and completely change the atmosphere of a room.
Tiered trays have even more room to display decoration which helps a lot, especially if you want the season decoration to be focused on a specific place.
Add some summer decor elements to your tiered tray, such as lemons and wildflowers, and completely transform the room!
You can check this post here if you are looking for inspiration to decorate trays for the whole year.
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Inspired by this idea, I found this tiered tray with a rustic farmhouse look in white that is not only perfect for summer decor but for all seasons.
17. Wildflowers
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Using natural elements for decorating your house can be perfect for summer.
Think about wildflowers, blossom branches, and fruits for example.
Wildflowers and some types of fruits, such as lemons, really evoke warmer weather and summer season.
If you choose to go with flowers, put them in a cute rustic basket or maybe in vases or jars and place them around the house, bringing some life into it.
This type of decoration is delicate and brings a feeling of happiness.
18. Bright and airy
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In this post, you have already read a lot about the “bright and airy” concept and how perfect it is for summer decoration.
For the kitchen, it wouldn’t be different. The same concept applies here: make it airy and bright.
Choose bright colors and simple and minimalist designs for the decor elements.
Some wooden pieces can go extremely nicely with the bright and airy concept as well, it makes the kitchen feel a bit cozier.
19. Details in yellow
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Besides the classic blue and white combination for summer, yellow is another color that can be perfect for summer decoration.
It brings joy to the room, as it is a “happy” color, and it is perfect for decor details, such as flowers or lemons.
Add some touches of yellow here and there and watch the room become “happier” instantly.
20. Nautic theme
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The bedroom is another room of your home that can certainly receive some summer decorating elements.
A great idea is to play with the patterns and type of bedding set, and by changing the wall decor for something with more summer vibes.
A theme that is all about summer is the nautic theme. Boats, sea elements, and the typical blue and white colors, especially with stripes.
You can transform your bedroom with this theme in a very airy, and bright room, but still very cozy and beautifully styled.
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Inspired by this idea, I found this absolutely gorgeous bedding set with blue and white stripes, and this other one that is incredibly cute but elegant at the same time with small whales and stripes.
21. Utilize a coat rack for decor
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A coat rack can serve both functional and decoration purposes if you choose the right design for it.
You can also hang not only coats and hats (hats can look fantastic for decoration as well!) but also some decor pieces, just like this beautiful flower garland in the picture.
Place a decorative basket close to it, with some throw pillows or light blankets, and complete the summer look.
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Inspired by this idea, I found this expandable wooden coat rack that is perfect for decor and functional purposes as well, of course.
22. Blossom branches
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Blossom branches are a fantastic option for any season, especially spring and summer.
They give the room a touch of refinement and sophistication and immediately catch everyone’s eye.
Place them in a vase or glass jar and use them as a centerpiece for a living room coffee or end table, for a kitchen island, or for your entryway decoration.
Yellow flowers are a great option because it is a happy and vibrant color which is perfect for summer.
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Inspired by this idea, I found these delicate blossom branches that can be placed in a jar or vase and serve as a centerpiece.
23. Beach theme
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You cannot think about the beach without thinking about summer and vice-versa.
Find a spot in your home where you can decorate with the beach theme, such as that little spot under the stairs.
Paintings of the beach, hats and even a sign clearly stating “Beach” can be the perfect decoration for summer.
24. Prepare your porch
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Place a comfy chair, a small table, and maybe a bench on your porch and make it ready for summer!
To make it more comfortable and inviting, place some throw pillows on the chairs and choose a cozy type of lighting, such as garden lanterns.
For the throw pillowcases choose something that evokes summer – think about blue and stripes.
Hang some plants or place them close to the chairs to create a relaxing environment.
And there you have it, your porch is ready for summer!
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Inspired by this idea, I found this set of waterproof throw pillowcases with different shades of blue stripes that really makes me think about pool and summer.
25. Get your balcony ready for summer
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In summer we spend a lot of time outdoors and that is why places like the balcony should receive special attention during this season.
Your balcony can easily be transformed into your favorite summer spot in your home.
All you need is to decorate it in a way that makes it inviting, cozy, and fresh for the summer.
A great idea is to add some chairs and a small table for a morning or afternoon coffee and create a special corner for relaxing or reading a book, by adding a hammock chair to your balcony, just like in his picture.
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Inspired by this idea, I found this hammock chair that is just perfect for the balcony.
26. Outdoor lighting
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Summer is the time of the year when we spend most part of our time in outdoor spaces.
In the garden, backyard, or patio having a dinner party with some fresh air and crickets sounds.
It is important to decorate the outdoor area of the house, especially if we are planning to have guests and spend our time there.
One great idea is to decorate the outdoor area with string lights, which gives the environment a cozy and magical vibe.
Using more than one type of string light, for example, globe string lights and string lights with smaller lamps, like the example in the picture, can really upgrade the look of your outdoor area.
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Inspired by this idea, I found two different types of string lights that can be placed outdoors to make it look like the picture: one has bigger and longer lamps and the other one is more delicate and with a fairy vibe.
The perfect summer decoration
Summer is hot and sunny and we want our home to be bright and airy during this season, but it doesn’t mean it can’t be cozy and inviting at the same time.
There are many things we can do to decorate our house for the summer.
We can do our DIY project and create a beautiful centerpiece, we can decorate the walls, add some special lighting, decorate areas by themes, such as nautic or beach, and pay attention to smaller details such as the type of color we are choosing for the decor details for this season.
And these are just some of the examples shown in the ideas in this post.
Think about the elements you like and mix and match them to create the perfect summer decoration for your home. And remember that every corner of your house can be the perfect spot to display a decor element.
Hopefully, by now you are full of inspiration and ideas to implement and transform your house for the summer season!
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