57 Fresh Spring Decorating Ideas to Usher In the New Season
See ya, winter.
It is never too early to start thinking about spring decorations (along with warmer weather, longer days, and allergy prevention, of course!). In fact, nothing is more welcome on a dreary late winter day! So in anticipation of winter's emerging departure—hurry up, please—we came up with more than fifty low-lift, high-reward spring decorating ideas and examples that'll help you freshen up your own space. From pastel color swaps, floral accents to incorporate, and fresh patterns to try, get ready to pop a Claritin and bring these chic spring decorating ideas and styling tips home with you this season.
Prep for Rain in Style
You know what they say about May flowers: They're brought to us by April showers. So get your umbrellas out, but, more importantly, optimize your entryway or mudroom for rainy-day storage. In this decidedly spring-y entrance by Cece Barfield, an antique umbrella-shaped holder adds a touch of whimsy and organization.
Decorate With Pampas Grass
Pampas exudes that signature California-cool vibe but still fits in with a modern, neutral color palette, making it perfect for spring decorating. Even better, it lasts forever since it's a dried floral, which means there's virtually zero maintenance involved (except tidying up the surrounding area if it sheds). Take note of this space by Corinne Mathern.
Paint the Moldings
Dazzling colors—from the orange blinds to the olive carpet, pink-painted moldings, yellow side table, and purple coverlet—are a bold stroke against the lively floral wallpaper and bedframe in this space designed by Atelier ND. It's basically springtime in furnished form!
Refresh Your Patio Furniture
Take your patio furniture out of storage and give it a new life with a fresh coat of white paint. If you're planning any spring celebrations (like an Easter, Mother's Day, or graduation brunch), map out your spring-friendly tablescape in advance, and don't forget a sweet tablecloth like this one on a patio designed by Emmna Ainscough.
Designate a Flower Arranging Room
Have we mentioned how much we love spring flowers? If you, like us, can't get enough and you have space to spare, then it's worth dedicating a small room or corner to floral arranging. In this hallway off of the mudroom in a home designed by Mark Sikes, the floral room is packed with antique baskets and storage space hidden by a cheerful springy gingham skirt.
Repaint an Old Lamp (or Any Furniture Item!)
Repainting a lackluster lamp is a fun spring decorating project that doesn't require you to buy anything new. Take inspiration from this hand-painted lamp in Elizabeth Hay's Devon cottage.
Incorporate Barely There Lucite
The primary bedroom in designer Jasmine Lam's London pied-à-Terre is sophisticated and refined, yet still soft. Lucite and acrylic furniture is great for achieving a more modern barely-there, light, and airy look—something that's always welcome come spring!
Upgrade Things Easily with a Chintz Tablecloth
Miles Redd turned an underused library into an office for his mother. The designer skirted a dining table in Lee Jofa's Althea chintz to hide clutter.
Switch Up Your Pillows
This living room designed by Arent & Pyke is on point no matter the season. The large-scale art features a wide array of colors, giving the room a lot of flexibility and versatility. If you have similar artwork, an affordable spring update is to pull out a seasonal color from it and then swap in a corresponding throw pillow.
Icorporate Rattan
Though rattan furniture is a fun accent year round, the tropical energy makes it really great for spring. In this bedroom, interior designer Charlotte barns paired the rattan canopy bed with bright hues and layers of floral prints for a fun yet calming balance.
Set Up a Gallery
Been wanting to set up a gallery wall all year long? Today is the day to finally get it done, no matter what kind of space you're working with. Though most of the wall space is occupied, Alexander Reid didn't let that stop him from hanging art—he just had to reach a little higher. The array of framed artwork gives this bathroom a more refined flair and draws the eye up.
Bring Out Spring Tabletop Items
Elizabeth Hay's 16th-century thatched cottage in Devon is cozy and beautiful in every season, but she made it feel especially lovely for spring with full, colorful bouquets with tons of variety. Sitting atop the dining room table here, they further accentuate the spring-ready accents, from the printed tablecloth to the whimsical candlesticks and pretty yellow speckled vase.
Channel Easter Eggs
Designed by Katherine M. Ireland, these white painted whicker twin beds are topped with mosquito net canopies for an spring-y touch. The rose-print, blush pink and pistachio green canopy toppers offer a slight contrast in print but keep the Easter egg color story consistent.
Mint Lacquer
In the living room of a Connecticut farmhouse, custom-colored lacquer was applied for a sleek and fresh surface. The Pierre armchairs from Bunny Williams Home are in a Jasper fabric by Michael S. Smith.
Blooming Artwork
Bring your floral arrangements to life with artwork like the photograph in this Regan Baker-designed dining room. And remember: A few vases can go a long way.
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