Why Maximalism Is The Trend That’s Heating Up Homes And Wardrobes Alike

We always hear about minimalism, a trend that’ll never go out of style. But it’s not for everyone. That’s where it’s complete opposite comes in – maximalism. Although it might sound like décor and clothing that’s OTT, it’s still focused on having style. Here’s what you need to know about it.

It’s All About Excess

Maximalism is about embracing the saying, “Go big or go home!” It’s about combining different designs and colours, without fear of being “too much.” The trick is to play to your daring nature while still ensuring that your outfit or room design is tied together. So, for instance, you could add one or two quirky elements to bring it to life without doing too much. The key is to make those quirky elements really stand out and be noticed!

Keep It Warm

House décor that’s too neat and bathed in white can sometimes feel a little too sparse if your tastes are more creative. That’s why maximalism can be so great. You bring lots of colour and texture to a space to make it warm – which is exactly what your sanctuary should be. Great examples of maximalist tricks to warm up a space are decorative wallpaper or hanging your rustic copper pots on the kitchen wall.

Add Personal Touches

At the heart of maximalism is your personality and what makes your style, whether in the home or your closet, unique. You shouldn’t be afraid to bring in items that reflect your personality, such as your collectible items and displaying them on the mantelpiece. An idea for your clothing is to pair your grandmother’s heirloom necklace with modern earrings that sort of go together but make your outfit come to life in a unique and striking way.

Make Sure You Have A Vision

Maximalism doesn’t mean you should just throw on any old clothing in the morning or bring out all your old furniture and accessories. That can be a mess! You should always have a vision for what you want to create, such as elements you want to bring together. For instance, maybe you’d like to flood your desert landscape décor with jewel tones, creating a type of glamorous safari.

Stick To The Same Color Family

Even if a room has a lot going on, you still want there to be some colour coherence. That’s why it’s a good tip to stay in the same colour family. For instance, if your walls are pink, anything in the same colour family, such as red or orange, would work beautifully. But, don’t be afraid to add a bit of a colour clash sometimes. Sometimes colours that are complete opposites can create magic, such as if you wear a bottle-green dress with a purple belt.

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