Coastal home decor accents and accessories exemplify summer-centric chic reflecting the elements of a relaxing day or evening at the beach.
Photo by Mourad Saadi
Streaming smooth jazz smooth wave complete with the sounds of summer tunes and sea waves on a Saturday afternoon sets the tones and tunes to a coastal pictorial.
Architectural Digest – Photography by Emily Followill
Even though at present it’s just too hot to do anything remotely close to a real day at the coast, the sights and sounds do put me in a sourcing coastal home décor accents and accessories state of mind.
Blossom Honey Rattan Accent Chair
Casual Coastal Vibes
In this sea escape scenario the following host of words characterize casual coastal vibes.
Friendly.
Relaxed.
Natural.
Informal.
Whimsical.
Anita 29″ x 22 3/4″ Rectangular White Rattan Wall Mirror
Include rich neutrals, warm tones, sleek lines and sophisticated presence and that’s exactly the vibe and the look we’re going for.
Continuing as a favorite to source, the Ashlyn Round Wall Mirror reminds me of ruffles of ocean waves.
A&B Home Ashlyn 16-Inch Round Wall Mirror in Gold
Martha Stewart Salina Woven Cane Accent Cabinet
Omni Transitional Coastal Rattan Barrel Chair
Jada Geometric White 20 in. x 20 in. Braided Jute Decorative Throw Pillow
allen + roth Animal Print Cala Crane Square Throw Pillow
Nora Arch Rattan Woven Boho Wall Mirror
Rayna Round Grass Wide Frame Boho Wall Mirror
Emeka Hand Carved Wood Leaning Floor Mirror
Look to the coastal sky and sea for inspiration as to what your color palette will be.
Photo by John Jason
Teakwood Bone Inlaid Chair with Arms
iCanvas “Roseate Spoonbill by Natural History Museum (UK)
Livabliss Stellar Traditional Accent Table Lamp
Livabliss Xian Bohemian & Eclectic Accent Table Lamp
Baxton Studio Quintus Mother of Pearl BOHO Storage Cabinet
Layering builds upon the décor style central theme and can be strikingly accomplished through the introduction of pattern and texture to the space.
Coastal 26″ Fabric Pebble Accent Chair
Rattan and wicker pieces fall under the category of classic coastal home décor furnishings done right.
Florence Bohemian Ivory Braided Rattan Arm Chair
White Contemporary Unique Coastal Mirror
Monochromatic Dramatic
Houzz – Photography by Emily Followill
Kayla 6-light Mystic Sand Chandelier
To all chic and stylish accents there is a season, but you don’t have to buy in to locking your decorative items into a particular season.
Coastal home decor steps into the spotlight in the spring through summer season, but is never out of season to the legions of decoristas who realize and embrace this perennial favorite decorating style.
bali & pari Anfield Boho Dining Chair, One Size, Natural
Antiques partner beautifully with traditional and new-traditional pieces and patinas.
Antique Country French Provincial Drop Leaf Oak Dining Table
Juxtaposition is always in my bag of focal point tricks as it has the decorative power to immediately catch the eye.
New England Home – Photography by Matt Kisiday
Vera English Pine Wood Dining Chair
I’m a little bit country, I’m a little bit coastal chic.
Country Farmhouse 19” H Walnut Side Chair
Machine Washable Indoor/ Outdoor Chantille Modern Diamonds Rug
Machine Washable Indoor/ Outdoor Chantille Diamond Argyle Rug
Springwood Caning Sideboard, Light Honey Finish
Vista Woven Coastal TV Stand for TVs up to 65″, Light Honey
Check out consignment shops, estate sales, vintage sites for focal point coastal home décor pieces.
New and vintage mid-century furniture is on-trend, and this pretzel rattan chair is a wonderful example of a classic design and style befitting a coastal castle.
Inspiration Found
If you think about it, oceans and seas share the commonalities of form, color, layers, balance, and flow with interior design and decorating.
Black and White Round Capiz Framed Mirror with Beveled Glass
Long Console Sofa Table for Living Room Entryway Hallway – Black
Beautiful by Drew Oval Dining Table, Rich Black
Woven Tana Antique/ Grey Wicker Dining Chairs (Set of 2)
Farrington 26″ Tall Ceramic Table Lamp with Fabric Shade
Aged Wood Beaded 6-Light Candle Chandelier
Entryways are the gateway to your house of style.
Brown Teak Wood Handmade Live Edge Tree Trunk Console Table
Modern Console Table with Geometric Base
Natural elements and neutral beauties delineate the colors, textures, and patterns associated with sand and sea.
Maharaja Sandblasted White Wood Hand-Carved Arm Chair
Maharaja Walnut Brown Wood Hand-Carved Arm Chair
Dining Room
Island Retreat – At Home in Arkansas
When you search and source to no avail and still come up empty handed it’s time for a creative interpretation.
6-Light Candle Style Wagon Wheel Chandelier
The Chatelet extendable trestle dining table offers European appeal in farm to coastal detail.
Hardwood solids paired with pecan, walnut and maple veneers replicate a provincial patina, making this a dining table contender for the casual yet elegant coastal dining room.
Antique English Oak Jacobean Style Oval Barley Twist Dining Table
If old-world charm appeals to your decorating style, go all in with an antique English barley twist dining table.
Reely Wicker Rattan Single Light Pendant
Wooden Round Dining Table in Antique Black Finish
Contrast works the space.
In the style of choices stand as stylish options when items in selected photos are no longer available.
Candle Chandelier Black Large Wagon Wheel Chandeliers
SAFAVIEH Erika Rattan Accent Chair with Cushion (Set of 2)
Suite Dreams
Wood Beaded 6-Light Candle Chandelier
Beige Faux Bamboo Hollywood Regency Coastal Furniture
White Wicker 3 Drawer Accent Chest
Alexander Home Monroe Geometric Moroccan Area Rug
Rattan Ottoman with Cushion – Handwoven Wicker Accent Bench
Coastal Inspired Cocktails, Anyone?
Beach-ocean-seaside cocktail hour is set to coastal style for the it’s five o’clock somewhere crowd.
Warm breezes, cool drinks, and crystal clear waters feed the soul and inspire the coastal home decor decorating mind. Dress a cart or cabinet top with a table lamp, eye-catching decorative accent or art piece.
Sailing Ship Crystal Chandelier, 6 Lights, Glass & Antiqued Bronze
The style is chic and the pattern is summer spot on.
Southern Living – Photography by Hector Manuel Sanchez
Decorative shells and figural vases make perfect toothpick and cocktail stirrer holders.
Coastal Style Carts & Cabinets
Cabinets and carts house a coastal collection of beverage station necessities for creating cool and refreshing libations. 
bali & pari Diwata Rattan BOHO Kitchen Cart, Natural Brown
bali & pari Genet Rattan BOHO Kitchen Cart, Natural Brown
Coastal Style Accents
An entryway console table becomes the perfect piece to decorate with coastal accents.
Couture Karlee Rattan Back Dining Chair-(SET of 2)
Bahama 30″ Tall Plywood and Wood Abstract Sculpture
Beachcomber Handwoven Rectangular Basket
Seashells typify coastal areas, and a striking display of gathered shells from the shore or from the shelf housed in a decorative bowl or urn planter in coastal home décor fashion draws the eye.
Danna Weathered Antique Ceramic Garden Urn
Classic coastal style is here to stay.
It transcends a passing trend and consistently ranks as one of the most popular interior design styles.
Tasteful and timeless coastal home decor accents and accessories accentuate the casual, comfortable, fun, elegance, and seaside sophistication associated with classic coastal style.
