A few girly living room ideas you can recreate are the; princess palace, artistic canvas, Hollywood glam, calm sunshine, high-tech boho retreat, tech savvy haven, bohemian rhapsody, cottage charm, etc.
This time, we (you and I) will cover 6 major elements: floor and walls, lighting, furniture, rugs and texture, and accessories and personalization.
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1. The Princess Palace:
Your Disney princess vibe, but in pink sorta like Aurora’s bedroom, or if you love music like me, Ariel’s bedroom, or nature-inspired like little Tinkerbell.
Try;
- Pink with white carpets or white with pink carpets for your floor.
- Pink walls with floral wallpapers, and lightwood floors.
For your wall colors, try;
- Baby pink
- Lavender
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For furniture, consider;
- White or light-colored sofa with soft flowing fabric and armchairs with curved legs surrounding a round coffee table with a glass top.
- Princess-themed furniture in shades of pink and white, focusing on the regal look but with a touch of playfulness.
For lighting, create a fairytale vibe with a crystal-embellished chandelier or table lamps with fairytale styles.
Accessories and personalization, go wild;
- crown wall decals, princess artworks,
- a few bits of glitter here and there,
- throw pillows with butterfly or bird designs,
- crystal flower vases,
- decorative mirrors with ornate frames,
- pink teddies to go with your sofa,
- anything that makes you feel like Belle waiting for her Beast.
2. The Artistic Canvas:
If you are an artist, a collector, or just some introvert like me who loves art, this is the thing for you.
Make the world your canvas, or in this case your living room (somehow, I imagined myself as a maestro on a mountain top, paintbrush in hand, and the sunset adorning me…anyways, back to reality).
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There’s really no limit for this theme, but I’ll give 3 recreatable ideas, and you see how you can kickstart from there.
For walls and floors, consider;
- White walls and hardwood floors,
- White walls and polished concrete floors,
- Bold, teal-colored walls and light wood floors,
For furniture, you can try;
- A clean-lined sectional sofa in mustard yellow or deep blue colors, flanked by modern armchairs and a minimalist coffee table with a glass top,
- A minimalist sofa in neutral color, flanked by clean-lined armchairs and a simple coffee table,
- A mid-century modern style sofa in mustard yellow or any other bold color, accompanied by accent chairs with geometric patterns, and a wooden coffee table.
Lighting, think;
- Industrial-style pendant lights or adjustable track lighting to display your artwork,
- Table lamps for focused lighting, alongside Minimalist pendant lights,
- Sputnik chandelier in the center, brass-base table lamps, and floor lamps with tripod stands.
Add more textures with;
- An area rug with abstract patterns and vibrant throw pillows to boost artistic flair,
- A plush rug in a neutral color with subtle geometric patterns,
- A Kilim rug with geometric patterns, as well as throw pillows with a mix of patterns and textures.
Personalize your living room with finishing touches like;
- Unique art pieces or collections,
- DIY projects,
- Your kids’ artwork for conversation starters,
- Large abstract artwork or single large statement sculpture for the focal point,
- Sculptures on pedestals,
- Colorful throw pillows,
- Travel souvenirs on shelves,
- Vintage lamps and decorative objects.
Go;
- Mid-century modern if you have a compact living room and love curated artwork collections,
- Go Minimalist if you have a compact living room, want one art piece to take the limelight, and appreciate negative spaces,
- Go modern if you have an open-plan living room with ample wall space and love bold aesthetics.
3. The Hollywood Glam:
Who needs permission to be stars? Pff, here’s a little secret between you and me, you can be a star anytime you want, without all the extra stress! Here’s how:
For your walls and floors combo, try:
- Charcoal grey and black walls with white marble floors,
- Wallpaper with damask patterns with checkered marble floors,
- Glossy white lacquer walls with black and white marble floors,
- Black lacquer walls with polished concrete floors.
For furniture, consider:
- Plush velvet sofa in sapphire blue flanked by art deco style armchairs in gold accents all facing a mirrored coffee table with marble top,
- Sleek armchairs with geometric patterns, on both sides of a white leather sofa with chrome legs and armrests, and a chrome-based glass coffee table in the center,
- Clean-lined white leather sofa flanked by black accent chairs with chrome legs, and yes, the glass coffee table with a chrome base.
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For lighting, use;
- Table lamps with eye-catching and stylish shades, wall sconces with candles that flicker beautifully, and a beautiful chandelier with cascading crystals,
- Crystal chandelier with modern touches, recessed lighting, and table lamps with metallic bases,
- Recessed lighting, floor lamps with black shades and chrome accents, and a statement pendant with geometric patterns,
For more textures, add;
- Faux-fur area rugs for a touch of luxury,
- Geometric patterned (subtle) plush rug in a neutral color for that old Hollywood glam feel,
- Plush black rug with a subtle grey geometric pattern for a black and white setup.
Personalize your living room with:
- Vintage movie posters in ornate frames,
- Black and white photographs
- Throw pillows with tassel and fringe, or fur,
- Vases holding decorative vases,
- Abstract artwork with metallic accents,
- Metallic sculptures on pedestals,
- Vintage record player with a stack of vinyl records.
Go:
- For the old Hollywood glam if you reminisce about Hollywood’s golden age, have a spacious living room, or love luxury and drama.
- For modern Hollywood glam if you love clean, modern, and minimalist styles, have an open-plan living room, and love the feeling of luxury,
- For the black and white noir if you have an open-plan living room, love the black and white contrast, love mystery and elegance.
4. The Calm Sunshine:
Not much to say here, just sunshine, happy feelings, bright colors, and whatever makes you feel super warm.
For your floors and walls, use;
- Soft yellow or peach walls with bamboo floors,
- Light yellow walls with light wood floors.
For furniture, consider;
- White linen sofa, flanked by wicker armchairs, and in the middle, a natural wood coffee table with woven rattan top.
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For lighting, try;
- Coastal-themed pendant lights with seashell-shaped table lamps,
- Wicker pendant lights, table lamps with white linen shades, and minimalist floor lamps.
For textures, add a jute or patterned rug in lemon yellow, lime green, or orange.
Make your final touches with;
- Woven baskets with throws,
- Bowls filled with citrus fruits,
- Throw pillows with citrus design,
- Artwork with sunny themes, half-cut citrus fruits, or botany.
5. The High-tech Boho Retreat:
If you’re a tech fanatic like me, then I bet you’d love this! Uhm, if you're a tech fanatic who loves bohemian style… if you want something similar without the boho theme, check the next style 😉
First off, for your floors and walls, use;
- Light green walls with light wood floors,
- White walls with light-colored laminate floors,
- Textured terracotta walls with warm wood floors,
- Light blue walls with light blue floors.
Then, furnish your living room with;
- A plush cream sofa with a built-in charger, a couple of woven rattan armchairs, and a coffee table with natural wood top and metal legs,
- A sleek clean-lined sofa flanked by modern armchairs with woven fabric accents, and a minimalist coffee table,
- A plush velvet sofa with recliner features and in emerald green or any other jeweled tones, vintage armchairs with mismatched patterns, and a textured wooden coffee table with metal legs,
- A plush white sofa with soft, flowing fabric and built-in chargers, armchairs with woven rattan accents, and a coffee table with natural wood top and metal legs.
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First off, for your floors and walls, use;
- Light green walls with light wood floors,
- White walls with light-colored laminate floors,
- Textured terracotta walls with warm wood floors,
- Light blue walls with light blue floors.
Then, furnish your living room with;
- A plush cream sofa with a built-in charger, a couple of woven rattan armchairs, and a coffee table with natural wood top and metal legs,
- A sleek clean-lined sofa flanked by modern armchairs with woven fabric accents, and a minimalist coffee table,
- A plush velvet sofa with recliner features and in emerald green or any other jeweled tones, vintage armchairs with mismatched patterns, and a textured wooden coffee table with metal legs,
- A plush white sofa with soft, flowing fabric and built-in chargers, armchairs with woven rattan accents, and a coffee table with natural wood top and metal legs.
For more textures, add;
- Linen or hemp throw pillows with botanical patterns,
- Handwoven rugs with geometric patterns in natural fibers,
- Velvet or kilim with a mix of patterns,
- Knitted throw blankets with chunky knit textures.
Personalize your living room with these boho touches;
- Terracotta pots in a matte finish, containing plants that thrive indoors with little light,
- Natural woven baskets for storage,
- Hanging plants in macrame plant holders with woven rope texture,
- Framed vintage posters,
- Woven tapestry artwork with nature motifs.
Play around with;
- the first suggestion if you’re eco-conscious and love natural textures.
- the second suggestion if your living room is compact with the need to maximize space, and you love clean, minimalist decor.
- the third suggestion if you have a spacious living room and love mixing vintage and modern styles with technology.
- the fourth if you love connecting with nature.
6. The Tech Savvy Haven:
Here's for you who want the tech-inspired space without the major bohemian features.
For your walls and floors, try;
- Dark grey walls with polished concrete floors,
- White or light-grey walls with light wood floors,
- Pale pink walls with light wood floors with a high-gloss finish
For furniture, consider;
- A plush sectional sofa in grey or beige, ergonomic chairs for working or gaming, and a sleek glass-top coffee table,
- A sleek white sofa with clean lines, flanked by comfy armchairs, and a coffee table with built-in wireless charging capabilities,
- A plush pink velvet sofa with a button-tufted design, a couple of armchairs with pink upholstery and gold legs, matched with a sleek white coffee table with gold metal accents and a glass top.
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Integrate tech into your living, consider adding;
- A projector screen for viewing movies, a high-end surround sound system, a VR headset like Apple Vision Pro, and a gaming console for entertainment,
- A smart TV with voice control and streaming, smart speakers, and a robot vacuum cleaner,
- A projector screen for your movie nights, a streaming device, and a high-end surround system with hidden speakers.
For lighting, you can try;
- Smart LED light strips behind the projector screen and under furniture for ambiance, plus strategically placed recessed lighting for bright illumination,
- Smart LED bulbs with flexible lighting options placed throughout the room, controlled by a voice assistant or an app,
- Smart LED light strips behind the projector screen and under furniture, and strategically placed dimmable recessed lighting.
For personalization and accessories, go wild, or use;
- Plush throw blankets and pillows with sequin accents,
- A faux fur rug,
- A smart thermostat for temperature control,
- Air purifiers and smart diffusers.
7. The Bohemian Rhapsody:
So, for this theme I’ve got 3 different setups in mind, pick whichever one as an outline and go from there, or mix it up.
For your walls and floors, do consider:
- Soft grey walls, cream light wood floors,
- Deep burgundy walls and polished concrete floors,
- Textured coral walls and warm wood floors with distressed finish.
For furniture;
- A plush grey sofa with a soft, chenille texture, flanked by comfortable armchairs with contrasting white and black upholstery, and a minimalist coffee table with a dark wood top and black metal legs,
- A luxurious velvet sofa in a jewel tone, comfortable armchairs with a classic wingback design and velvet upholstery, matched with a vintage coffee table with a dark wood finish and brass accents,
- A plush white sofa with a soft, fluffy texture, comfortable armchairs upholstered in playful floral print, and a glass-top vintage coffee table with gold metal legs.
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Light up your living room with;
- A floor lamp with a large, black shade complemented by string lights with warm white bulbs for increased ambiance,
- Floor lamps with oversized lampshades, and candelabras with flickering candles,
- A large, glittering disco ball hanging in the center, alongside strategically placed table lamps with colorful shades.
For additional bohemian touches, consider;
- Black and white throw pillows with geometric patterns, macrame plant holders with trailing plants like maidenhair fern, snake plant, or Manjula pothos in white ceramic pots, and woven wall hangings in jute,
- Large tapestry showing a charming forest scene on the wall, a woven rug with botanical print on the floor, and macrame wall hangings in a neutral color for texture.
- Macrame plant holders with trailing plants hanging from the ceiling or adorning shelves, throw pillows with a mix of patterns and textures (velvet, sequins, or crochet), and a woven rug with geometric shapes in pink, teal, or orange.
For personalization;
- place delicate floral arrangements in white or silver vases and on your shelves,
- hang silver picture frames for the black and white photography.
If you’re still stuck on what bohemian designs to recreate, here are two suggestions of mine;
- If you love a cozy and relaxing space with a touch of mystery, go for the first suggestions,
- If you love dramatic and luxurious spaces and are a fan of songs with dark lyrical themes, mix up with the second suggestions,
- If you’re a fan of classic disco music and love vibrant and playful spaces with a touch of bohemian flair, try out the third suggestions.
8. The Cottage Charm:
If you want that cabin feel, then consider the following ideas,
For your walls and floors;
- Light grey walls, and light wood floors with a natural finish… oh and you can have one accent wall featuring floral wallpaper,
- Light mint green walls, and light wood floors with a slightly worn look,
- Pale lavender walls, and light wood floors with a natural finish,
- Light pink walls, one or two accent walls with floral wallpapers showing climbing roses, and light wood floors with a slightly worn look.
For furniture, you can combine;
- a plush white sofa with a soft, chenille texture, two wicker hanging chairs with a fluffy white cushion, and a glass-top coffee table with metal legs,
- a plush white sofa with a scalloped edge (it’s gon’ be a lot of white sofas huh), flanked by cozy armchairs upholstered in a floral print fabric, and a vintage china cabinet to showcase your tea sets and porcelain collectibles,
- a plush white sofa as in the first suggestion, a vintage rocking chair with a floral cushion, and a rustic coffee table made from reclaimed wood,
- a plush white sofa with a chenille texture again, two comfy armchairs in light pink fabric with floral prints, and a vintage coffee table with a chipped paint finish.
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For lighting, consider;
- string lights and vintage table lamps,
- a chandelier with hanging crystals, and table lamps with fabric shades for task lighting,
- a low-hanging pendant light, and table lamps with white shades and dimmers,
I don’t know if that’s a word, but make your living room feel girly and more “cottage-y” with;
- Potted plants on windowsills and shelves,
- Your collection of vintage teapots on an open shelf,
- Antique birdhouse on a mantelpiece,
- Throw pillows with botanical prints,
- Scented candles with natural fragrances like lavender, jasmine, or honeysuckle,
- Vintage lace curtains.
Conclusion
I originally wanted to share at least 15 different girly living room themes, but then this would turn into a short book and we wouldn’t want that, would we?
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Lest I forget, incase you were wondering, the first bullet in each aspect is related, same for second, third, etc. You can combine them or mix things up.
Calm sunshine seems nice! Would be the most relaxing vibes
It sure does ey?