Decorating Tips for Beginners
Advice on what to avoid when designing your space.
9/14/20242 min read
The Best Ways to Avoid Becoming a Victim of Your Own Designs.
Decorating tips for beginners.
When it comes to decorating your home, it’s all too easy to fall into the trap of making choices that will have your future self, shaking their head in disbelief. Here are some hilariously practical tips to ensure you don’t become a victim of your own design decisions:1. Beware the All-White Everything Phase: Sure, it looks chic in magazines, but unless you plan on living life as a hermit with no pets or snacks, white walls and furniture will only invite disaster—and stains! Embrace color instead. Just think of it as an opportunity for personality; if you can't decide on a shade, just splatter some paint around and call it abstract art.
2.) The “Size Matter’s Rule.”
Before purchasing that gigantic sectional that could double as a small planet, take measurements! Nothing screams “decorating fail” like squeezing a giant sofa into a space meant for an armchair or two. If it requires an architectural plan and possibly the demolition of a wall—think twice!
3.) Trendy vs Timeless...
It’s great to be inspired by the latest trends (who doesn’t love shiplap?), but remember that what’s in vogue this season might lead to regrettable decisions come next year when everyone is singing praises for pastel colors and mid-century modern styles again. Invest in timeless pieces and sprinkle trendy accessories around like confetti—you can change those out without needing a construction crew.
4.) Scale it Down, Especially with Artwork!
Hanging up artwork should not resemble creating billboards down Main Street! Oversized art can be stunning—but make sure your ceilings aren’t so low they’ll have people ducking under them like it's dodgeball day at school.
5.) Avoid Overly Thematic Rooms...
Going for an underwater theme? That sounds fun until every guest feels like they’ve entered Captain Nemo's lair instead of your cozy living room! A few nautical accents are charming; turning your entire space into Atlantis is definitely asking for trouble—especially when Aunt Edna makes her annual visit! By keeping these rules in mind while navigating the often treacherous waters of interior design, you'll save yourself from becoming yet another cautionary tale shared among friends over coffee—or worse yet—a viral Pinterest fail meme!
