Welcome to the first in a new series on modern vintage decor, covering everything from colour palettes and patterns to furniture and accessories.
So, what do I mean by modern vintage? Well, it’s a classic home decor style reflected in recent trends such as cottagecore, grand millennial style, grandma chic or English cottage. It evokes a bygone era, taking inspiration from the past in terms of colour palettes and furniture styles but updating them with clean lines and a simpler approach. It’s a fantastic way to add character to a space, while keeping it functional. Plus, a period home or a collection of antique furniture are absolutely not required.
In my recent Spring post, I highlighted the current trends toward muted pastels, pops of primary colour, scallops and ruffles. All key ingredients in modern vintage decor, together with patterned wallpaper, pleated lampshades, striped cushions and hand-painted china. Join me as we review the following key elements and check out my modern vintage series for more.
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1) Colour Palette
Begin by colour drenching in warm neutrals, dusky pinks, sage greens and sky blues. Introduce pops of colour with painted furniture and vintage accessories in mustard yellow, earthy red or navy blue.
John Lewis & Partners / Melanie Lissack Interiors
John Lewis & Partners / John Lewis & Partners
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wool throw / frill cushion / scallop shade
Homespun / Haversham / Café Luxe / Dijon / Salmon / Half Light / Bramwell / Serenity / Nan’s Best China / Blue River
2) Pattern
Introduce pattern with wallpaper, throws, bedding or headboards. Choose smaller repeat patterns such as delicate florals or ticking stripe. Alternatively, opt for classic textile designers such as William Morris.
ThisGroovyStore, Etsy / Morris & Co
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- Ticking stripe headboard John Lewis & Partners
- Quilted bedspread John Lewis & Partners
- Willow bough wallpaper BelleimpressionFinds, Etsy
- Duvet set John Lewis & Partners
- Blue foliage wallpaper AccentuWall, Etsy
- Morris & Co Strawberry Thief bedspread John Lewis & Partners
For more check out The best modern vintage wallpaper.
3) Furniture
Go for plush, inviting sofas and armchairs in classic shapes with scroll arms, turned wooden legs and plump cushions upholstered in natural linen or cotton blends. Add wooden display cabinets, dining tables and storage painted in muted neutrals or primary colours with scalloped trim. Thrifted pieces or family hand-me-downs are perfect for this look too.
Rowen & Wren / John Lewis & Partners
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- Cane dining chair John Lewis & Partners
- 2 seater sofa John Lewis & Partners
- Display cabinet John Lewis & Partners
- Chest of drawers John Lewis & Partners
- Ticking stripe armchair John Lewis & Partners
- Dining table John Lewis & Partners
4) Accessories
Complete the look with vintage-style accessories such as striped cushions, pleated lampshades and hand-painted china. Create a layered look with multiple colours, patterns and textures. Look for bobbin details, scallops, ruffles and checks. Add artwork such as landscapes or botanical prints.
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- Bobbin mirror John Lewis & Partners
- Stripe cushion John Lewis & Partners
- Hummingbird print set lemonride, Etsy
- Embroidered cushion John Lewis & Partners
- Coffee with Grandma print, poppydotcoprints, Etsy
- Blush cushion covers CushionsToYou, Etsy
- Wiggle picture frames StudioWelby, Etsy
- Flora side plate John Lewis & Partners
- Pleated lampshade RosannaLonsdale, Etsy
For more check out The best modern vintage cushions.
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