How to Always Have a Stylish Home Even if You’re Lazy
Who says you can’t have a stylish home and still binge-watch your favorite shows all weekend?
Did you know that keeping your home stylish doesn’t have to be a time-consuming task?
With these lazy decorating habits, you can maintain a beautiful space without putting in a lot of effort. So let’s dive into some simple tips if you like the idea of being a lazy decorator.
Stick with a Timeless Decorating Style
One of the biggest secrets to ensure that your home looks chic and stylish year-round, is to stick with a timeless decorating style.
Avoid the trends and decorate with what you love! It’ll save you time, effort, and money. Key elements of a timeless style include:
- quality furnishings
- classic patterns
- symmetry and balance
- a mix of old and new
- subtle elegance
Keep a Neutral Base
A neutral base for your home’s color scheme is a game-changer for lazy decorators. It simplifies the decorating process and provides a cohesive look.
Choosing neutral colors for your walls, large furniture, and flooring makes it easy to switch out accessories and decor elements whenever you feel like a change.
Declutter Regularly
Have you ever seen a stylish home that is cluttered? Me neither. Clutter quickly leads to messiness. Instead of letting it pile up, incorporate simple decluttering routines into your daily or weekly schedule.
You don’t have to do the whole house at once, but working on specific places on a rotating basis goes a long way toward keeping your space looking organized and inviting.
So spend just a few minutes each day or set aside time once a week to tidy up and tackle specific areas.
Use Baskets and Trays
Speaking of clutter. Baskets and trays are lifesavers for keeping your home organized. They offer a quick and stylish way to store items that would otherwise clutter surfaces.
Use baskets to hold blankets, magazines, or toys. Trays work great for organizing items on your coffee table, kitchen counter, or bathroom vanity.
Creating a vignette with timeless accessories in a tray can instantly make a room look neat and stylish.
Rotate Accessories
Being a lazy decorator doesn’t necessarily mean that you never want to do any decorating. We all like to tweak things every once in a while.
One of the easiest ways to do that is by rotating accessories. Change out pillows, throws, and small decor items seasonally or whenever you want a new look.
This keeps your space feeling fresh and updated without the need for a complete overhaul. Store out-of-season items in a designated space for easy access when you’re ready to switch things up.
Statement Pieces
Including a few statement pieces in your decor can make a big impact with little effort.
Items like a bold piece of artwork, a unique light fixture, or an eye-catching piece of furniture draw attention and add character to your home.
Statement pieces are real eye-catchers, so you’ll be able to keep the rest of your decor simple and still achieve a stylish look.
Develop a Simple Cleaning Routine
There are certainly times when deep cleaning is necessary, but developing a simple cleaning routine cuts down on the frequency, makes that task a lot easier, and keeps your home looking its best.
Basic tasks like dusting, vacuuming, and wiping down surfaces can make a big difference.
Create a cleaning schedule that works for you, whether it’s daily, weekly, or bi-weekly. Consistent cleaning keeps your home looking its best with minimal effort.
Quick Fixes
Keep a few essential tool in an easily accessible place. Addressing minor issues promptly can prevent them from becoming big problems.
A touch-up paint kit, fabric cleaner, and a small toolkit can help you tackle minor repairs and touch-ups easily.
Don’t let little issues mushroom into big ones to keep your home looking polished.
By focusing on timeless styles, maintaining a neutral base, decluttering regularly, and using practical solutions like baskets and trays, you’ll find that it’s easier than ever to be a lazy decorator and still have a stylish home.
So go ahead, try these tips, and enjoy a chic, inviting home while still having time to binge-watch your favorite shows.
