Traditional home decor has officially made a comeback this year and will be here to stay! This timeless home decor style doesn’t mean that your home has to look old fashion or very formal like grandmas plastic covered couch, it can be a combination of decor that you love with some mix of vintage decor. Whether you are looking for traditional home decor items or just want traditional home decor ideas, we have different looks that will inspire you.
For years, I could never really find a home decor style that spoke to me. My home was a mix of farmhouse and Target’s Studio McGee for years. This past year we bought our dream home and I was on a mission to identify my style and decorate with a more timeless home decor vibe. I searched Pinterest high and low and slowly fell in love with the traditional home decor trend. I decided to lean into the traditional home decor by embracing some original architecture and design of the home.
In this blog post, we will show you traditional home decor ideas that will help make designing your home much easier. From how to recreate a traditional home decor style in your home to vintage home decor ideas, we will show you everything you need to know about this home decor design and how you can get it in your home.
This blog post is all about traditional home decor.
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How to Make Traditional Decor Feel Modern
If you aren’t a fan of traditional home decor but want to incorporate the cozy feel that it has, you can have a mix of both traditional and modern.
Here are some ways that you can make traditional home decor feel modern:
- Keep the color palette simple in your home
- Mix contemporary artwork with traditional furniture pieces
- Don’t over-accessorize, just keep things simple
- Incorporate clean-lined pieces for the modern vibe
- Use natural textures in your fabrics
- Mix vintage pieces with newer furniture
How to Decorate Traditionally on a Budget
Traditional inspired home decor can get pretty pricey, especially when it comes to real wood furniture or brass. Not to worry, you can still have a traditional home on a budget!
Here are some budget friendly ways to decorate with traditional home decor:
- Shop Facebook Marketplace
- Visit estate sales
- Look at thrift stores and antique malls
- Buy vintage artwork
- Use affordable traditional-style lighting
- Add molding yourself
- Look for furniture with classic silhouettes
- Mix inexpensive accessories with a few investment pieces
TIP: I invested in the big furniture pieces like the kitchen table and island chairs and cut back on the smaller items like light fixtures and entryway tables.
Traditional Home Decor Style Ideas
Now, let’s explore the best traditional home decor ideas we have found on Pinterest!
1. Choose Classic Furniture
One of the best ways and most effective ways to make your home look more traditional is to make sure your furniture pieces are traditional. I personally love shopping Facebook Marketplace for traditional inspired furniture pieces and giving them a mini makeover so that they match my homes aesthetic.
Here are some traditional furniture pieces to look for:
- Rolled or skirted sofas
- Wingback chairs
- Turned-leg tables
- Furniture with beautiful wood details
- Avoid overly trendy silhouettes
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2. Use a Warm and Neutral Color Palette
A warm, neutral and natural color scheme is key in making your home look and feel traditional. Think cozy creams paired with deep browns to give your home that lived in and warm aesthetic.
Here are colors to keep in mind when decorating your home with traditional home decor:
- Cream
- Beige
- Warm white
- Taupe
- Soft olive
- Muted blue
- Brown
3. Add Crown Molding and Wall Paneling
Crown molding is a timeless decorative accent that can dress up any room in your home and give it that traditional look. Custom woodwork like picture boxes or wood paneling on the walls also is a great way to dress up your room and making it feel more homey.
Here are some molding ideas for a traditional looking home:
- Picture-frame molding
- Wainscoting
- Board-and-batten
- Crown molding
- Built-ins
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4. Mix Wood Tones
Mixing wood tones in your furniture and decor will give your home that cozy and lived in look that you see in traditional homes. Don’t worry about every wood finish matching perfectly, just get pieces that make you happy and have character.
5. Incorporate Traditional Patterns
Traditional home decor is all about the details, patterns, and textures. Incorporate these patterns in your pillows, curtains, rugs, and upholstery throughout your home.
Here are some patterns you should consider while you are traditional home decor shopping:
- Plaid
- Stripes
- Florals
- Toile
- Checks
- Paisley
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6. Add an Oriental or Vintage-Inspired Rug
A great way to make any room in your home centered and have that Nancy Meyers aesthetic is to add a vintage inspired rug in your space.
Here are some traditional inspired rugs:
- Persian-style rugs
- Vintage rugs
- Traditional patterned rugs
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7. Decorate With Antique & Vintage Pieces
Vintage and antique home decor pieces instantly will give your space a traditional vibe. Look for these decor pieces in Goodwill, on Facebook Marketplace, and in yard sales for one of a kind pieces.
Here are some of the decor pieces that you should look for when shopping for traditional home decor:
- Brass candlesticks
- Old books
- Vintage artwork
- Antique mirrors
- Ceramic vessels
- Small furniture pieces
8. Choose Traditional Lighting
Traditional lighting can transform your home and make a home feel more lived in. Be sure to use the same warm toned light bulbs throughout your home for a cohesive look in your space.
9. Use Brass & Aged Metal Finishes
The type of finishes that you choose in your home can make an impact and give it that traditional vibe. Items like cabinet hardware, faucets, curtain rods, lighting and decor items in aged or brass finishes will help give your home that timeless touch.
TIP: Look for aged brass instead of the shiny brass to really make your home feel lived in and not like everything is new.
10. Create a Cozy Fireplace
There is just nothing like a original brick fireplace in the living room. Creating a cozy fireplace in your home instantly gives that Nancy Meyers vibe in your space and a touch of warmth.
11. Add Built-In Bookshelves
Built in shelves not only create a space for extra home decor, the shelves also add a custom look to your room. Your can add these shelves around your fireplace, in your bedroom, or even in your home office.
Here are some ways to style your shelves to give them a traditional look:
- Books
- Family photos
- Ceramics
- Artwork
- Baskets
- Small decorative objects (vases, bowls, figurines, book ends)
12. Layer Your Lighting
Alot of times lighting is often over looked when it comes to decorating or designing your home, but layering your lighting instantly elevates your space and gives it that lived in feel.
Here are some ways to layer your lighting instead of relying only on overhead lighting:
- Table lamps
- Floor lamps
- Sconces
- Picture lights
- Candles
13. Incorporate Natural Materials
Natural materials like linens, cotton, and wool will actually give your home a more natural and cozy touch that you would typically see in a traditional home. Use these materials to help soften your space and break up the traditional furniture pieces.
14. Make Your Entryway Traditional
The entryway is often times the first impression your guests get of your home so it is important to make sure your entryway sets the tone of your home. Create the perfect traditional entryway by styling your entryway table with a mix of new and old decorative items. Add a vintage inspired rug and some faux florals to recreate this look.
Traditional entryway ideas to try:
- Wood console table
- Large mirror
- Table lamp
- Traditional runner
- Fresh flowers or greenery
- Small bowl for keys
15. Mix Old and New
Mixing decor and furniture that is both old and new is a great way to give your home a collected and lived in look. For example, pair a new sectional with an older antique coffee table or a new dining table with vintage chairs. These changes will make your home feel homey and not like a furniture store with all brand new items.
This blog post was all about traditional home decor.
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