Our home is a reflection of our personality… do you have a funky soul? Eclectic decor style is what you need to feel at ease when you go back home after a stressful day.

Eclecticism is an architectural style that flourished between 19th and 20th centuries to allow artists expressive and creative freedom to come out and generate a perfect balance between old – being inspired by British Victorian and Beaux Arts Styles – and modern – Colonial and Exotic Styles.

So, more than just a decor style, Eclecticism is a real philosophical movement. It expresses rebellion towards the classical models, but not in total anarchy, even if it seems on the razor’s edge. Eclectic decor style is absolutely orderly and everything has its place, every color and texture has to break up with others to create harmony. It’s like a cosmos where all is suspended because of a tidy force that doesn’t let them fall into chaos.

This eccentric decor style is for people who think outside the box, those who don’t care to be conventional or stereotype, and are not afraid to mix all the styles they love. But in order to decor a perfectly balanced eclectic interior you must ponder over your ideas carefully. It’s probably the most difficult style to apply, and it’s important to know how to get that perfect mix and match, without making a jumble! To avoid confusion read our expert tips.

Colors everywhere! We suggest to mix dark and showy colors together, based on the style you prefer. For example, if you love vintage style you can paint your walls with pastel shades and choose some black or dark wooden furniture to make a strong contrast.

Complete your space with a bizarre rug, a lot of modern artworks with antique style frames, an imperial sofa and a neon sign to give a touch of rock! Yes, these decor elements are in total contrast, but they also are complementary. This is pure Eclectic!

The kitchen is the most lived room of the house, perhaps decorate it has never been so much fun!

You can create a patchwork feature wall with majolicas tiles, and a mix of different chairs around your dining table. You have no limits, your mind will open to countless opportunities.

Eclectic decor style allows you to have a winter lodge, a 1950s bar or a Mexican greenhouse all together in your kitchen! Match a crystal chandelier with a wooden furry stool, and adorn all around with tropical flowers… it’s a done deal!

The Bedroom is the queen of all rooms. It is the most intimate place of the house where we can relax in total laziness alone or with our loved one! Here you can really be yourself, so decorate it as you want it, let your imagination speak. A pile of throw pillows, soft fur blanket, a bright mirror and all the details you love!

Don’t forget to decorate your bathroom as well! It is an important room of the house that everyone shares and it needs to be cool too! Therefore, put a wallpaper on, a pompoms basket and some patterned towels for your guests.

Our last suggestion: Try to decorate each room with a different theme… it is soo Eclectic!!!

Check out our Eclectic Living Room Redo for more ideas and tips.

Thanks for reading, and happy styling everyone!

Love,

By Teresa Bozzaotre