đ Welcome to the world of Maximalist dĂŠcor â where rules donât apply, colors are louder than your Aunt Carolâs karaoke, and âmore is moreâ is a mantra we chant before our third cup of coffee! If you’re tired of âminimalist beige boxâ vibes, then honey, youâre in for a treat. We’ve rounded up 16 Maximalist trends that are so bold, so dazzling, you might need sunglasses. Prepare yourself â because trend #5 will have you sending us thank-you notes! âď¸đ
#1. “The Great Velvet Takeover” đď¸
Velvet has risen from the ashes of your grandmaâs parlor and has re-emerged as the ruler of all things plush and luxurious. Think crushed velvet armchairs, jewel-toned sofas, and vibrant throw pillows that scream, “Touch me!” Thanks to its luscious texture, velvet not only adds dimension but feels like a warm hug from the gods of opulence.
#2. “Wallpaper Wonderland” đźď¸
Step aside, white walls! Weâre diving headfirst into floral jungles, geometric explosions, and wallpaper that says, “Yes, I am fabulous, thank you very much.” And here’s the best part: maximalist wallpaper shouldn’t merely be a backdrop â make it steal the show! Youâll feel like youâre living inside an art museum, without the tourists talking too loudly.
#3. “Curated Chaos” đ
Remember that “maybe we shouldn’t display them all” moment? Well, display everything is the new rule. Layer paintings, art prints, mirrors, and macramĂŠ art on the wall until you question where the wall even starts. The key? Stay confidently chaotic. Youâre not hoarding, youâre curating.
#4. “Pattern Clashing with Purpose” đ
If youâve ever looked at a zebra print and thought, “where can I throw a paisley in here?” then congrats, you’re already a maximalist at heart. Stripes, polka dots, floral swirls â together, theyâre a symphony of visual excitement that makes your space look like Willy Wonkaâs living room. Is it an eyesore or a masterpiece? Letâs go with masterpiece.
#5. “Gallery Wall Gone Wild” đ¨
This is the TREND youâve been waiting for, darling. A gallery wall, but one that defies gravity, space, and the laws of common sense. Scatter your art, mix in family portraits, thrift-store finds, and maybe a stray ceramic horse. This wall should dazzle anyone who walks into the room â even if Aunt Carol insists that “one more Elvis print is aggressive.”
#6. “Bold, Bodacious Rugs” đď¸
Your floor should do more than just exist. Enter the lavish world of intricate Persian rugs or abstract carpets that look like a Picasso painting exploded. The right rug can anchor even the wildest maximalist room… or at least provide a really comfy spot for your cat to judge you from.
#7. “Furniture Frenzy (Nothing Matches, Everything Works)” đď¸
If someone tells you all your furniture needs to match, throw a brightly-colored pouf at them. Mix mid-century modern with baroque, throw in a whimsical side table, and top it off with a vintage armchair that grandpa probably wouldnât recognize anymore. It shouldnât work, and yet, like pineapple on pizza â it just does.
#8. “Dark Drama, Baby” đśď¸
Paint your world in deep, rich hues of indigo, emerald, or even a moody black. These ultra-saturated colors not only set the stage for drama, but theyâre also fantastic for making your vibrant dĂŠcor pop. Enter your home like youâre walking onto a film noir set (complete with mysterious internal monologue).
#9. “Life-Sized Plants, Because Everyone Needs a Ficus Army” đŞ´
Indoor jungles are IN. If your home doesnât resemble a rainforest by the time you’re done, you didnât maximalize hard enough. Set up ferns, palms, monsteras â and possibly a vine wall. Pretty soon, you wonât be able to tell where your living room ends and your botanical kingdom begins. (Pro tip: Donât name them all the same name, or itâll get weird.)
#10. “Chandeliers That Deserve Their Own Zip Code” đĄ
Forget timid overhead lighting â drop an enormous chandelier in the center of your dining room like itâs going out of style. (Spoiler alert: Itâs not.) Whether itâs eclectic modern, vintage, or dripping with crystals, this is the crown jewel of your eccentric kingdom. Parrots might mistake it for a perch. Thatâs a feature, not a bug.
#11. “Accent Chairs Everywhere” đŞ
Why have one when you could strategically place 17? Accent chairs are your buddies, coming in different shapes, sizes, and colors. Mix âem, match âem, and scatter them like confetti throughout your home. This way, youâll always have a stylish seat… no matter when the tea gets spilled.
#12. “Golden Touch” â¨
Gold accents everywhere! Handles, frames, mirrors â if it shines and makes you feel royal, slap some gold on it. Tasteful doesnât matter when youâre aiming for grandeur. Picture yourself sipping tea in the Versailles of your imagination. Did we just give you a glittering mental image? Youâre welcome.
#13. “Big, Bold Curtains” đ°
Your windows deserve clothes, too. Flowing velvet drapes, oversized leopard prints, baroque florals. If it doesnât look like it once belonged in a pre-revolutionary palace or a 1970s rock starâs living room, itâs not maximalist enough. Go bigger! Go bolder! Or donât sleep peacefully ever again!
#14. “Four Words: Statement Ceiling Fan Art” đŹď¸
You can paint the ceiling, sure… but why stop there? Mount spectacular art or murals on the ceiling, or go nuts with a ceiling fan thatâs so bold it turns your home into a modern art exhibition. Let your guests look up, say âWhoa,â and then promptly forget about everything else.
#15. “Overachieving Throw Pillows” đď¸
Is it truly a maximalist space if your sofa isnât buried under an avalanche of throw pillows? Absolutely not! Go for gold with pillows in every color, shape, and texture imaginable. Stack them high! At some point, someone may awkwardly try to push them aside just to take a seat â thatâs when you know: success.
#16. “Clashing Metallics, Because Why Not?” đ ď¸
Who says gold and silver canât be friends? Maximalism is here to smash all aesthetic barriers, so mix gold, rose gold, brass, and chrome like youâre layering history. No apologies, no regrets. Just a home that shouts, âI dare you to do better!â
Finally, you made it to the end, unscathed and possibly overly inspired. Now that you’re officially an aficionado of maximalist magic â¨, it’s time to make your space succulent with layers of personality. Dive into this world of maximalism with Homespir as your guide. Looking for more sizzling home decor inspo? Itâs calling you. Explore more at homespr.com, follow us on social media, and donât forget to sign up for our new email newsletter â your inbox will thank you.
Remember, if your dinner guests can still see your table through the centerpiece, you havenât maximalist-ed enough. Go ahead, pile it on! đ #MoreIsMore #MaximalistMania
