Thrifty Trends: 2016 Top New Trends

Say what... my gold and crystal lighted ceiling fans are back in style? Haha... okay maybe that's a stretch, but we live in a rental that we've already installed laminate floors in, I'm not about to replace light fixtures. But hooray for our circa 2009 IKEA furniture being on-point this year! ;) 

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Are you wanting to revamp your home decor a little but have little to no money to spend on extra items?

Well I'm going to try help you by looking at some of the top new trends of 2016 and showing you how to achieve the look inexpensively.

1. Dramatic Color
2. Gold and Copper Accents
3. Scandinavian Design (simple, neutral)
4. Geometric Cement Tiles

There are a lot of new trends that I'm seeing on Pinterest, Houzz, and other design magazine but I'm just going to focus on a few that I see most often.


1. Dramatic color 

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Dramatic color is a favorite trend of mine because my aesthetic tends to be full of dark, bold colors mixed with neutrals. Black is growing in popularity now in kitchen cabinets, furniture and even accent walls! Grey is easily becoming the new "builder grade" neutral and I'm seeing a lot of beautiful jeweled tones in the form of furniture pieces. Just because it's dramatic doesn't mean it needs to be dark if that's not your favorite look. Any use of color is great!! Pantone's Colors of the year are Rose Quartz and Serenity (a soft blue) and those are dramatic in a totally different way.

The easiest (and cheapest) way to use color is in the form of paint...whether it's a wall or painted furniture. You can also incorporate it in accent pillows, blankets, rugs and other small decor pieces.

Paint the inside of your bookshelf a dark or bold color (this is a great idea if you can't paint your walls but still want color in your life).

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Or paint a furniture piece that you've had in your space for a long time. It's crazy how different a coat of paint will make the room look.

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2. Gold and Copper Accents

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The fact that Gold and Copper Accents are coming back is shocking to a lot of people. Most have just changed out their 80's gold fixtures in hopes of updating their house and now they turn around to see a lot of people wanting  them again. I think this accent needs to be done carefully because who knows how long it will last this time. While it can be done beautifully with a certain look, don't go investing too much money in it quite yet. But if you love the look, don't hesitate to jump on board. If you happen to live in an apartment that still has gold, you're in luck ;) Spruce it up with a contrasting dark color on the wall or some natural wood tones.

You can incorporate it with lamps, vases and wall art.
You can also switch out your cabinet knobs/pulls fairly inexpensively which is a great tip even for renters since you can just put the originals back before you move.
(Tip: Go for a more muted gold rather than the super shiny traditional look and geometric shapes and your space will look a lot more eclectic and updated).

This bathroom looks like a simple bathroom with just some basic upgrades...a black frame around the mirror, a dark painted cabinet and a cool gray on the walls. It takes the gold fixtures to another level, making them look glamorous, not basic.

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Make your own gold accents with a little painters tape, gold spray paint and mason jars (or any other jars you have in your recycling bin)

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Or break out the washi tape/decals and create some cool wall accents


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Or create drama by gold brackets for your shelves and then make a washi tape wall using black and white

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3. Scandinavian Design 

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Scandinavian design has been popular for awhile but blogs seem to think that this is a big year for it. I love the simple, clean lines and often neutral tones of it. If you don't know what it looks like, just think of Ikea and that's the aesthetic. Wood tones, neutral colors, clean lines, mix of textures and a non-cluttered look are key ingredients to a Scandinavian room. Good thing for us, Ikea is fairly inexpensive when it comes to most things so if you are looking to update your look to a more Scandinavian one, it's a great place to start.

Bedding is a great place to start for a cleaner, more Scandinavian look. Try for creams, grays and blacks with simple lines or patterns. Some simple bedding can make a traditional room look clean and fresh.

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You can also add some black and white art to your space. Typography and very graphic prints create a clean and simple look.

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Another easy way to add Scandinavian style to your home is to layer textures. Furs, woven and soft textiles look clean on a neutral sofa.

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4. Geometric Concrete Tiles 

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Geometric concrete tiles are things you see in HGTV shows that look super custom, are handcrafted and expensive. And while that usually is true, you can create something similar on a budget. If you have just basic tile, you can add washi tape to create your own designs. It will pull right up when you want to change it up or you need to move.


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You also could get a little crafty and find some inexpensive cement pavers or tiles at the hardware store, a stencil and paint and have some fun creating your own geometric tiles


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Trends are just that...trends.
They come and go often.
Don't feel like you have to follow every single one and don't feel terrible if your favorite aesthetic isn't "in" right now. Be true to you and it's fun to be different!

If you are wanting to change your space and maybe tackle a few of this year's trends, you do not have to spend a lot of money. Be creative with the things you already own and just input a few small changes to start. No need to commit everything to a particular style. The coziest of homes are an eclectic mix of pieces that tell a story of who the people are. And you'd be surprised how much a simple coat of paint, new cabinet hardware or a patterned pillow will make a big difference in your home.


Happy Decorating,
~Aubrey

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