ELEGANT LIVING ROOM DECOR FOR SUMMER: EFFORTLESS, BREEZY + OH, SO CHIC!

I just love summer, there is nothing like the laidback lifestyle, sitting and working outside, windows and doors open…

Easy dinners, get-togethers with friends and family, longer days…I think I can speak for most of us, it is the best time of the year. Everything is just so simple, no fuss, no stress.

We try to soak up as much summer as possible where we live – we only get a couple months of hot weather. But as long as there’s sunshine, I’m happy!

I recently shared our new in-ground pool design and furniture (stay tuned for the reveal soon!), we’ve been enjoying and loving our new backyard space so much.

I love to bring that easy, breezy feel inside our home for the summer season as well.

I’m a huge fan of all things coastal and I’ve been leaning on this look more and more through the years. I talk all about my love for coastal chic decorating and how I use it throughout our home, if you’re interested in reading more.

Eventually we hope to move south, where we can enjoy warmer temperatures all year long. The winters here are long and brutal!

Many of you know by now I’m all about blue and white decor and how much I love chinoiserie. I’ve been using it throughout our home for a while now. I’ve incorporated gorgeous bright green into my decor for summer this year and I have to say, I am in so in love with the mix.

What a fresh and crisp feel it adds to our home. It’s bold, but still elegant and sophisticated, it’s coastal and preppy and is such a fun addition to our summer living room decor, don’t you think?

Since this color is so strong visually, all you need are a few small doses to make a very big impact.

I kept the added green hues just to my faux hydrangeas, a couple of small greenery touches and our new Lisa Fine block print pillow covers and Leaf green pillow covers from Arianna Belle.

Living in a wooded neighborhood lends lush green views to our windows as well.

It’s truly amazing how color acts as an accessory all on its own.

I talked a little bit about using color in our spring living room, which showcases heavy pops of bold blue hues – you know I love my blues!

I’m truly fortunate to be able to work with luxury pillow designer Arianna Belle. We collaborate every season to develop a pillow story that speaks to my seasonal theme and color palette.

This season was all about infusing those pretty green fabrics and prints that will compliment our existing decor for summer, while keeping the look fresh and breezy.

I love how these greens pop against my signature blues, and my blue and white chinoiserie pieces I love so much.

We added a pop of blue piping as well for a gorgeous, preppy touch. I’m such a huge fan of anything with piping. It elevates the look and gives a more luxe finishing detail.

If you saw my recent spring entryway refresh, you’ll recognize our chic new blue lamps. I moved them here to complete my summer pillow story and just love how they finish the look in our living room.

I think this vignette with our blue lamps and coral sculptures against this stunning pillow combination is one of my favorites ever….you know how I love my symmetry!

When it comes to styling and decorating our bookshelves, I rarely do a complete overhaul.

I leave the top shelves as is and I often leave the rest of our shelves the same for a couple of seasons with just a few changes here and there.

I always rotate my pieces from my existing decor arsenal as well. I do buy a few new things from time to time, but much of what you see throughout our home is moved around from space to space each season. Or it goes back into storage and other pieces get pulled out.

Styling our bookshelves is a huge undertaking and for that reason, I’ve kept the decor very similar to how I styled them for spring, with just a few simple updates.

I added a few extra blue and white pieces, and changed the large solid ginger jars from white to blue…that is it.

Simple decorating in keeping with my easy, breezy summer lifestyle!

I usually create a simple display on our ottoman and I always use decorative trays to ground my accessories, since this is an upholstered piece. Trays also help to keep decor cohesive looking and give pieces more importance.

My go-to ottoman or coffee table styling staples often include the following items:

• Decorative trays
• Coffee table books and smaller books for stacking
• Decorative boxes
• Candles
• Florals
• Ginger jars
• Bowls
• Vases
• Pretty decorative objects such as coral and shells
• Coasters for drinks

My decor for summer on our ottoman is very simple this season, with a focus on coral, shell and glass.

A decorative box and scented candle add a punch of color and pattern to the mix, for added visual interest and to tie everything together around our living room.

Books are always a go-to accessory for me. I love to read my design books to draw inspiration from, and they’re a fabulous way to showcase accessories you love and give them visual importance.

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Love this chic addition to our table? It’s faux but looks so real!

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Below are a few of my favorite ways to decorate our living room for summer. It really doesn’t have to be complicated!

Thank you for touring our living room with me today, I hope you’re inspired by my laidback decor for summer! It’s all about easy, breezy, chic style that’s effortless, beautiful and welcoming. Nothing beats this time of year, enjoy your home and make it beautiful!

The next stop on our tour today is Michelle’s gorgeous home at Thistle Key Lane. You will be so inspired by her incredible style and the way she uses beautiful neutrals in her living room. Please take the time to visit all of this week’s beautiful summer homes down below. Enjoy all the tours and happy summer! Thank you again for reading with me! xo

Monday June 5th

A Stroll Thru Life – Simply2Moms – Our Southern Home – The Tattered Pew – Whispering Pines Homestead

Tuesday June 6th

Eleanor Rose Home – The House of Silverado – Calypso In The Country – StoneGable – My Wee Abode – Southern Home and Hospitality

Wednesday June 7th

Worthing Court – Thrifty and Chic – The Stonybrook House – Decor To Adore – Chalking Up Success – She Gave It A Go

Thursday June 8th

Shiplap and Shells – Pasha is Home – DIY Beautify – CitrineLiving – Thistle Key Lane – County Road 407

Friday June 9th

White Arrows Home – It All Started With Paint – Southern Crush at Home – Amy Sadler Designs