Let’s go down the shore... That’s Jersey speak for heading to the beach and there’s nothing better on a hot summer day. Since we’re not all lucky enough to have a water view, we can do the next best thing and bring the beach chic look inside and as a part of our home decor.
1) Water
Nothing screams beach more than cool shades of blues and greens. Whether you commit to turquoise walls or a cobalt sofa, or instead opt to scatter a few green glass fishing buoys on a coffee table, these hues work well.
2) Sand
Bring in the feeling of sand underfoot with a nubby sisal rug, wide plank floors, exposed ceiling beams or bamboo window shades.
3) Texture
A weathered wood dining table, chippy paint on an old trunk, and a wicker chair brought inside are all fun ways to add dimension and texture.
4) Casual
Forget formality and go for a laid back, prop your feet up feel with a huge ottoman, baskets piled high with beach reads, or a collection of faded quilts for a chilly night.
Paint floors white, bring in mismatched chairs around the dining table, add a stylish coastal chandelier and invite friends over for a casual clam bake.
1. A weathered clock in the shape of a porthole equals instant art.
2. The simplicity of this whale line drawing is simple and chic.
3. I love the sculptural quality of the coral table lamp (actual lamp in round up currently unavailable).
4. Jute underfoot as a stylish rug is the color of sand.
5. This weathered wood coffee table mimics the look of driftwood.
6. A few sea life pillows liven up a sofa and I love the pop of red.
7. This shell-framed mirror would look equally amazing in a powder room, bedroom or mudroom.
8. Add a wicker chair to a living room for a relaxed, casual feel.
9. Baskets add texture and flip flop storage.
10. Prop up your feet in nautical style on a fun pouf.
Here’s to surf, sand and sun … Indoors!
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