Pop quiz!
When you hear the phrase “neutral décor,” you are:
- Interested!
- Bored.
- Already a subject matter expert.
If you answered A: Keep reading!
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What is neutral décor?
Neutral décor style draws on neutral colors — ranging from white to gray to brown and everything in between — and other soothing elements, like calming patterns and washed-out wood tones. When it’s done wrong, neutral décor can look bland, but when it’s done right, your home will feel grounded and cohesive — like the cover of a high-end magazine.
Why should I choose neutral home décor?
Your home should be your haven. If walking into a maximalist-styled room drains your emotional energy and makes you wish you had a grounding place, then neutral décor is your friend. This soft and subtle style can lean any direction you pick: Cool neutrals inspire reflection and meditation, and warm neutrals make you feel cozy and comforted.
Plus, it’s so easy to layer seasonal décor into your neutral foundation. In the summer, that may mean adding botanical elements. In the fall, harvest décor will settle into your greige landscape as easily as autumn leaves drifting to the ground. Go for autumn florals, warm linens and foraged leaves.
How do I style my neutral décor?
First, choose your color palette. There are so many options out there, ranging from crisp white to deep, smoky browns to warm grays tinged with pastels. Choose the color scheme that brings you the most peace and that also fits into your lifestyle (i.e., a pure white sofa might not mix well with your golden retriever who loves mud puddles).
Next, consider patterns and textures. These will lift your color palette and keep your design from feeling flat. Try a curtain with a dotted pattern, a rug featuring subtle stripes, pillows made of rich velvet or smooth satin, a wood-toned coffee table or a sculptural lamp.
Need more inspiration? Look to these three Scentsy Warmers to get ideas for your neutral décor style:
Aziza Warmer
More than 5,000 pin holes create this intricate Moroccan-style design. The Aziza Warmer proves that even the most quintessential gray is far from boring when combined with an eye-catching pattern. The motif becomes even more intriguing when the Warmer is lit, and the pin holes cast light onto nearby surfaces.
Deep Roots Warmer
With an antique copper finish and a glittery interior sleeve, the beauty of this Warmer runs deep. Take a leaf from the Deep Roots Warmer and add subtle sparkles to your gloriously neutral aesthetic — perhaps with a white neon-style sign, a reflective gold serving tray or an abstract painting with shimmering highlights.
Forest Light Warmer
Like sunlight shining through trees, dappled light pours from every facet of this Warmer. The Forest Light Warmer is a chameleon, blending in with rustic, natural, cottagecore and, yes, neutral décor. Follow suit by experimenting with eclecticism (aka “a little bit of everything” style). Combine neutrals with industrial décor, with wood-cabin tones, with art deco pieces. Make your home your own!
Neutral décor isn’t boring; it’s a blank canvas ready to receive your artistic vision! If you know someone who loves neutral décor (maybe it’s you!) then these Warmers make an excellent gift for the upcoming holiday season.
Which Warmer inspires you the most?
