Chic Coastal Decor Ideas

Hello, sweet friends! We just arrived back from a spring break trip to Charleston and Sullivan’s Island and I’m gonna be honest, it’s tough transitioning back to reality. There is just something about the ocean that calls to my soul. In my travels, I’m always scouting chic coastal decor ideas that brings the essence of the beach and ocean into my home without slapping me across the face with a sign that says THIS IS MY BEACH HOUSE AND I AM A MERMAID. Though if I could be a mermaid, I would. Preferably somewhere warm. 😉 But decor-wise, I gravitate towards ‘Hamptons Chic’ as opposed to ‘Spring Break in Daytona Beach Circa 1996′. More handmade baskets, less neon. If you feel the same way, you’re gonna love what we’ve rounded up for you.

(SIDE NOTE: that Daytona Beach trip was epic. Just sayin’ I don’t want to decorate like it.)

The truth about decorating is that it’s not necessarily about how a room looks, it’s about the way it makes you feel. My heart is calmed by soothing coastal colors and organic elements such as driftwood, coral and beach glass. Our current home has ocean inspired decor such as vintage glass floats and an octopus woodblock print; they say ‘beach’ without said mermaid tail. We’ve rounded up 24 coastal decor ideas that suggest relaxing days spent seaside without the actual sand getting into your bathing suit.

1. Macrame Trim Oversized Throw (similar)

2. The Life and the Love of the Sea

3. Mini Oceanside Cabana Candle (similar)

4. Parsons Round Mirror (similar)

5. Port Charlotte 3 Piece Set (similar)

6. Vintage Double Hook

7. Cast Iron Whale Tail Wall Hook, Set of 3 (similar)

8. “The Pacific” Art Print by Kaitlin Rebesco

9. Macrame Pillow Cover (similar)

10. White Wash Frame (similar)

11. Olivewood Coasters

12. Wood Picture Frame

13. Grant-Calkaria Stone Resin Octopus Figurine (similar )

14. Decorative Natural California Driftwood Branch

15. Chiseled Candelabra

16. Cresthaven White Wash Serving Tray (similar)

17. Shell on Museum Stand (similar)

18. Deco 79 Large Seagrass Basket

19. Vintage Diderot Shells Prints

20. Clear Barcelona Vases

21. Coral Decor

22. Crabby Embroidered Pillow Cover (similar)

23. Sweater Knit Throw Blanket (similar)

24. Mallorca Recycled Glass Table Lamp Base (similar)

Are those pieces great? Such a mix of textures, scents and views to delight your senses. One or two pieces per room is perfect for bringing the beach vibe into your home without actually being at the beach.

See how beachy decor can fit even if you live a few hours from the actual ocean? Blue vases and a woven basket for shoes add those touches to our (non-beachside) entryway. And actually we have a new rug in here after this photo was taken that you’re going to love, I just need to snap a pic for you!

Which pieces were your favorites? I want them all (actually, I already have several– the basket, vases, and glass floats specifically– I want the rest, ha!)