Summery Wallpapers That Will Look Great All Year
From fish to flamingos to colorful fruit, there’s a pattern out there guaranteed to brighten your mood as well as your walls
If you wish summer could last all year long, why not give it a permanent place on your walls? These sun-and-sea-inspired wallpapers suit summer to a T, and can lift your spirits when the sun begins to fade.
Nautical rope. The curves of rope against a blue background make a versatile graphic print best accented by natural details (think rope, linen, burlap) and plenty of clean, crisp white.
Where to use: Bath, guest room, office.
Wallpaper: Rope, Cole & Son
Where to use: Bath, guest room, office.
Wallpaper: Rope, Cole & Son
Mosaic sea life. You might have to take a second look to realize that this is actually wallpaper and not an intricate mosaic! This elegant pattern of fish and squid looks like it could have been pulled from an ancient Roman villa.
Where to use: Bath, hallway.
Wallpaper: Mikonos, Scalamandre
Where to use: Bath, hallway.
Wallpaper: Mikonos, Scalamandre
Blue grasscloth. Beachy, textured and in a super-saturated hue, grasscloth makes a winning wall covering that looks great anywhere. Be aware that this natural fiber is difficult to clean, making it a poor choice for kid’s rooms, kitchens and other high-traffic (or messy) areas.
Where to use: Living room, bedroom, hallway.
Wallcovering: Grasscloth, Phillip Jeffries
Where to use: Living room, bedroom, hallway.
Wallcovering: Grasscloth, Phillip Jeffries
Tropical leaves. A big, bold pattern like this one has enough oomph to carry an entire room. Try it on a single wall and keep the rest of the space crisp in black and white for a modern look.
Where to use: Entry, breakfast nook, bedroom.
Wallpaper: Banana Leaf, Martinique Wallpaper
Where to use: Entry, breakfast nook, bedroom.
Wallpaper: Banana Leaf, Martinique Wallpaper
Pink flamingos. The sight of pink flamingos on the wall can’t help but make you smile. If you’re a fan of colorful preppy style, these little birdies were made for you.
Where to use: Nursery, kid’s room, walk-in closet.
Wallpaper: Flamingos 95/8045, Cole & Son
Where to use: Nursery, kid’s room, walk-in closet.
Wallpaper: Flamingos 95/8045, Cole & Son
Tropical fish. A school of tropical fish makes a swimming statement (sorry, couldn’t help it!) in a powder room. When properly installed, wallpaper can take a bit of humidity, but if you’re concerned, stick with a powder room rather than a full bath.
Where to use: Powder room.
Wallpaper: Acquario, Cole & Son
Where to use: Powder room.
Wallpaper: Acquario, Cole & Son
Waves. This modern, illustrative take on a wave pattern looks hand-drawn, and the subtle color makes it a good choice for a fully papered room. Ramp up the contrast with black accessories.
Where to use: Powder room, bedroom, breakfast nook, nursery.
Wallpaper: Seascape, Abigail Edwards
Where to use: Powder room, bedroom, breakfast nook, nursery.
Wallpaper: Seascape, Abigail Edwards
Mod whales. This graphic pattern has a lighthearted feel that kids will love, as well as the design chops to please picky grownups. It’s good for kid-free spaces too, of course; try it in a hallway or stairwell for a hip, nautical vibe.
Where to use: Kid’s bath, kid’s room, hallway.
Wallpaper: Little Whales, Walnut Wallpaper
Where to use: Kid’s bath, kid’s room, hallway.
Wallpaper: Little Whales, Walnut Wallpaper
Watermelon. So this is not actually a wallpaper, but a wall decal, which only makes it better for a kid’s room or play space. You can change up the decals on a whim, or replace individual ones if they get colored on.
Where to use: Nursery, playroom.
Wall decals: Urban Walls
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Where to use: Nursery, playroom.
Wall decals: Urban Walls
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Where to use: Powder room, office, stairway.
Wallpaper: Lobby (in custom color), Abnormals Anonymous