Guest Picks: 20 Ways to Add Summer to Your Home
If bright colors aren't your style, some softer toned yellows and oranges can work for your home.
Sometimes adding a new set of dishes can help with the seasonal decor change. These are made of melamine, which is super durable for summers. They're casual chic.
Citrus prints scream summertime! These can go with so many different styles of homes, so you won't have to change your whole theme to add in some summer flair.
To summer-ify your bathrooms, add some brightly colored beach towels. They're easy to add, don't cost too much and are actually a functional addition in the summer months.
Want a classy change? Add floral arrangements throughout the house. If you can't afford the real thing, craft stores like Michael's offer artificial arrangements that can be enjoyed for months.
Crisp white bedding is fresh, classic and nice for the hotter months. I like this as a simple backdrop to brighter colors in other aspects of the room.
Throw rugs are one of those easy staples that you can roll out to add a new vibe to any room, indoors or out.
Nothing says "summer" like a good ol' barbecue! When those long summer nights come around, you can make them last even longer with some outdoor lanterns.
Add the scents of summer to any room by lighting some lemon scented candles.
Changing something as simple as the welcome sign in your home can help bring in a summer vibe. This one is sweet and simple.
Set the mood at the doorstep with a custom family doormat. I like that this one has the flip flops (a classic symbol of summer) on it.
Adding a sofa slipcover like this taupe one can give you a nice neutral backdrop for bright, summery pillows. Or you can go for a beach cottage look with this alone.
Paper lanterns in vibrant colors can add some flair to your summer fiesta without breaking the bank. They're the perfect seasonal buy.
Margarita, anyone? Summery barware is always a fun addition.
Take the summer theme outdoors with a nice umbrella for your outdoor table. This one's bright color sets the mood for a good time.
Seashells can easily be added to your decor and stick around for most of the year. Put some in the bathrooms and on the table, or you can even use them as place card holders at a party.
Here's another option for summertime melamine dinnerware. I like this nautical theme; it's classy and chic.
A coordinating welcome sign adds that extra touch of class. These colors are ideal for anyone who's not into bright color schemes.
These shabby chic boats are fun to place around the house to add a summery feel to the place.Next: 5 Easy Ways to Summer-ize Your Home
Adding brightly colored decorative throw pillows is probably the easiest way to spruce up a space.
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