I recently escaped to the beach with my sweet little family, and while I was there, I thought about ways to incorporate the seaside tones into some decor aesthetics. There’s nothing more relaxing than the ocean, so it seems a natural fit for a home space, right? I’ve rounded up some pretty ocean-inspired items below, with ideas of how to bring them into your home without it feeling cheap or cliche. You don’t need huge wooden signs with flip flops on them (please, no!), and you can bring in these cool colors and hues/textures in an upscale way, I promise!
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-Natural wood/driftwood: Natural wood is making a comeback in the design world, because it suits the minimalist aesthetic really beautifully. But it also brings to mind a beachy feel, and can add interesting textures to your bookshelves, tables, and more. One way I like to bring in this type of wood (whether natural or beachwood), is through tabletop platters/bowls or vases. Chunky seagrass also works for tabletop serving trays or decor, and is less expensive than wood. Try this inexpensive basket tray for starters. If you want to go a more traditional route, a beautiful piece of driftwood would look amazing on a shelf (like this one).
-Blues and white: Blue and white always give a semblance of an ocean feel, but you can use subtle hues to give a softer look. “Ocean themed” doesn’t have to be overt, and subtle means it will work well with a farmhouse or even mid century modern look. This West Elm felt wall piece is so cool and interesting, and still looks polished for any room in your home. If you’re looking for something more simple and inexpensive, this pretty little piece from Minted is under $50 and would work well in a bathroom, on a console table, or in a less formal family room.
-Ocean scents: I love a great essential oil blend, and I’ve recently learned you can mix lime, eucalyptus and lavender for a clean ocean scent! A pretty glass diffuser will work perfectly to give you a relaxing mood for any room, but if you’re into candles (I LOVE candles too!), this one is clean, non toxic and although it’s $30, it is honestly worth every penny! Just burn it sparingly :) The Homesick candles are amazing, and they are soy, so you can feel great about burning them in your home. The one linked is called “Summer Camp” and really brings back memories of camping in the woods by the water. I don’t know how they capture such authentic smells in their candles, but I love them.
Even if you can’t sneak away to the beach right now, hopefully these tips will help you bring the beach home to you!