Remember how relaxed you felt when you stayed at that gorgeous Savannah bed-and-breakfast? You can bring that calm, country vibe home with you, even if you live in Maine. Here are 11 decor ideas we’re totally stealing from our friends below the Mason-Dixon Line. If you need us, we’ll be in the pergola watering the magnolias.
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11 Southern Decor Trends That Are Primed to Go Mainstream
White couches, y'all
Published May 27, 2016
Magnolia Wreaths
Nope, they’re not just for the holidays. Spring and summer wreaths are totally a thing down South.
Plate Walls
Fill blank walls in the dining room with vintage decorative plates…or just buy a bunch of matching ones on sale at Target.
Porches That Look Like Living Rooms
From May through September, we’re living outside 24/7.
White Couches
Yeah, they’re impossible to keep clean. But look how pretty.
Canopy Beds
Come on, you know you’ve been asking for one of these since you were six.
Backyard Pergolas
…And of course, more white curtains.
Pillows With Quotes
And they don’t even have to be ironic.
Floral Wallpaper
In every room of the house, please.
Window Boxes
The bigger the better. Preferably with lots of hanging vines.
Porch Swings
Perfect for sipping sweet tea.
Beautiful Place Settings
...With flowers and linen napkins, even for a casual lunch.
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