As summer approaches, there’s an undeniable excitement about exploring the latest trends and discovering the perfect accents to breathe new life into our homes. Summer decor plays a pivotal role in transforming living spaces, imbuing them with a refreshing ambiance that echoes the vibrancy of the season.
Summer 2024 is poised to deliver a dynamic blend of colors, materials, and themes sure to entice those looking to freshen up their home. Of course, at the end of the day, it all comes down to personal preference and style, so it’s never a bad idea to do some exploring to see what works for you and your home. This leads to the question: how does one go about sprucing up their place for summer?
Integrating summer decor can be seamlessly achieved with thoughtful design considerations. One can start by strategically placing vibrant accent pieces, such as throw pillows, tabletop decor or rugs, in living rooms and bedrooms to give them a pop of summer color. Got a green thumb? It’s always a treat incorporating plants and botanical prints into one’s home. Or perhaps you adore catching rays on the beach over the summer. In that case, coastal-inspired artwork and beach themed home decor can evoke the feeling of a serene oasis.
The Gift Advisors at The Bradford Exchange are just as excited about summer’s arrival. That’s why we’ve put together a list of top summer decor picks, offering a little something special for every taste and preference. Whether you’re looking to change up your own space or need to find a gift, we’re here to make things cool for the summer. Please enjoy our Top Summer Decor Picks from The Bradford Exchange for 2024:
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Glorious Mornings Suncatcher Collection
Summer is like a sweet wake-up call for all the senses! And this limited edition suncatcher collection featuring Dona Gelsinger’s rooster art on genuine glass delivers the perfect wake-up call to any home. The traditional borders are crafted of hand-applied colored glass accents creating the look of vintage antiques. Just watch as the artistic designs brilliantly shine through any window in your home. They are sure to rule the roost for summer and beyond!
Thomas Kinkade the Light of Home Personalized Wall Art
Depicting a lighthouse shining upon an ideal seascape, this wall art superbly recreates Thomas Kinkade’s “The Light of Peace” painting in a wooden frame with an antique wash finish and sculpted driftwood shelf. It’s a beautiful representation of the joys of family and you can personalize it with your family name “carved” in the sign at the bottom of the path to the beach.
Disney Thomas Kinkade Sunshine Fun Personalized Wall Art
There’s nothing quite like a trip to the beach, wriggling sand between the toes and feeling the sun’s warm rays beaming down. Now the joy of a perfect beach visit is captured in a tranquil scene with Disney’s Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, as envisioned by the renowned artist Thomas Kinkade. Presented within an antique-look frame with a sculpted driftwood shelf, the art is personalized with any two initials “carved” in a heart on a rock next to the ocean waves.
To the Beach and Back Personalized Wall Art
How would you like to enjoy a relaxing beach scene every day in your home? You can with this wall art featuring renowned artist James Hautman’s seaside vision recreated in a wooden frame with a hand-sculpted driftwood shelf. The tranquil image is personalized with you and your sweethearts’ initials “written” into the sand for a romantic touch.
Life Is Good at The Beach Cuckoo Clock
Make every minute of every day a beachy delight with this handcrafted cuckoo clock. Adding to the coastal theme are sculpted seashells, tropical colors and classic beach gear adorning the porch and walls of the beach house. Plus, at the top of each hour, you’re treated to the sound of soothing ocean waves with a sandpiper “cuckoo”, a gentle reminder that life is good by the seashore.
Country Heart Wall Clock
For those that wish to add a bit of country flair to their home, this rustic wall clock pays tribute to the simple pleasures of farm life. It’s masterfully handcrafted with a trio of strutting roosters, brilliant sunflowers and morning glories, plus garden staples like a birdhouse and watering can. The loving sentiment “HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS” adorns the wooden-framed clock face. No details is overlooked – see the little bluebird on a heart-shaped pendulum. What a great way to keep it country and welcoming!
Ocean Paradise Essential Oils Collection
Gentle breezes, tropical aromas and soothing shores – paradise awaits! This aromatherapy collection includes 100% pure essentials oils and an illuminated, color-changing porcelain diffuser showcasing acclaimed artist Dona Gelsinger’s charming beach scenes. It even includes Facts and Features Cards with information about the oils and blends, along with tropical artwork. Each issue arrives about every two weeks to keep you well supplied for a relaxing summer and beyond.
Thomas Kinkade Light of Hope Sculpture
What could be better than a message in a bottle? How about beautiful Thomas Kinkade art of the high seas coming to life “in a bottle!” This fully dimensional ship-in-a-bottle sculpture is such a unique treasure. Inside the glass, a lone lighthouse glows, casting a golden radiance throughout the multi-colored seascape while LED lighting nestled beneath the sculpted ocean depths enhances its aqua blue. Oh, how serene!
Thomas Kinkade Lighthouse Sleep Sound Machine
Innovation in sleep technology meets the vibrant artistry of Thomas Kinkade in this lighthouse sleep sound machine. Let one of 6 soothing colors lull you to sleep and enjoy 24 gentle sounds including white noise selections, stream, ocean, rain crackling fire, forest at night, fan and more. Plus, the volume controls, built-in timer, and USB port making this sleep sound machine a favorite.
Just Me and You With An Ocean View Personalized Figurine
What could be better than an oceanside view shared with your sweetheart? This Precious Moments® bisque porcelain figurine captures this romantic scene perfectly, with a relaxed couple, hand-in-hand on colorful beach chairs totally content to be side by side with each other. Plus, the names of you and your beloved are personalized in the center of the heart written in the “sand.” It’s a “shore” to sweeten your home decor.
I Love You to the Beach and Back Personalized Figurine
There are few things as sweet as the beach and hanging out with the one you love. Now, love and the beach go hand in hand in this Precious Moments® figurine depicting a couple standing in front of sandy-looking letters that spell out “L-O-V-E”. There’s even a sand-dollar “O” that you can personalize with both your names. It’s heartwarming to the max!
Coastal Treasures Lamp
There’s nothing like the soothing sights and sounds of the ocean. Now, the serenity of the seashore is brought to life in this limited-edition table lamp. The base of the lamp features a lantern design holding sculptural seashells and an LED candle that illuminates with a soft glow, while James Hautman artwork is beautifully recreated on the lampshade. It’s a wonderful way to experience chill beach vibes right at home.
Did you get any great summer decorating tips today? Saw anything that would look great in your home or make a wonderful gift? How about beach decor? We hope so! Need more ideas? There’s so much more to discover, perfect for ringing in summer: from lighthouse themed decor to sunflower themed decor. Sunshine and beauty await! Thanks for reading and happy decorating!
Top Summer Decor Picks from The Bradford Exchange for 2024 by The Bradford Exchange
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