24 Furniture Styles and The People Who Love Them

What makes a house feel like home? I feel coziest when snuggled up under a soft quilt with a candle burning and my family nearby. I don’t need a specific style of furniture or home decor to feel cozy, but I’ve found that my home decor can impact my mood. For example, keeping the color scheme relatively simple helps me feel less overstimulated, and storage cabinets help hide books, toys, and all the other randomness a family of five tends to accumulate. 

Your style adds personality to the functionality of your furniture. I’ve found that my style combines natural boho accents, farmhouse-style furniture, and modern art. I love eclectic decorative accents that remind me of artisan markets in Guatemala and Peru and textile shops in Sri Lanka, so boho pieces have a special allure. Farmhouse-style furniture is simple and reminiscent of the farmhouse of my middle school years, surrounded by corn fields. Modern artwork is a unique way to tie the other colors and styles together. The right blend of colors makes a space far more enjoyable and aesthetic.

Finding your preferred style is fun for some and challenging for others. Sometimes, you choose your style, and sometimes it chooses you. After all, style varies from one person to another and from one home to another. Your style will often evolve over the years, not just with the trends but also with your awareness of what you like. Learning your style can be a great way to get to know yourself better.

As we shared in another post, selecting your furniture style is highly visual. Before you can name the style you love, you notice it because it looks cool or makes you feel happy. Consider which styles you prefer for your furniture, accents, and artwork. These 24 styles are some of the most unique and popular furniture and interior design styles.

Naming the styles you like is valuable because it will help you shop for furniture online, talk to others about style, and understand what aesthetics you appreciate and why. Creating a beautiful home can be a journey of self-discovery and a fun decorating experience.

This article will help you discover and name the styles you enjoy. I've shared examples of people who embrace these styles and given clues about which types of folks are typically drawn to each. I hope you will see yourself and your preferences within this guide and the furniture styles you identify with. Then, you will feel empowered to choose furniture that will bring you joy and complement the styles you love, just like all the other home designers who have come before you!

1: Modern Minimalist

Sparse, functional, monochrome, fluid, angular 

When searching for modern minimalist furniture (and every other style on this list), I took some time to search for inspiration and created a mood board like this: 

Using these photos from Architectural Digest and Elle Decor, I discovered that the five qualities above set a modern minimalist style apart. The monochrome appearance of these sparsely decorated rooms accents the fluid and angular design. The artwork and accent items are modern, and the primary furniture items reflect an appreciation for minimalism. 

You can figure out which features you like by creating a mood board of a style (or various styles). When it comes to modern minimalism, it may be the angular lighting, balanced color schemes, or simplicity of the decor. When you have a style name to search for, it’s easier to determine whether that is your style.

Of course, you can then search for Modern and Minimalist items to incorporate into your Modern Minimalist space. You’ll see thousands of pieces like these on Spoken: 

Modern minimalism focuses primarily on functionality and simplicity. The Eames House, also known as Case Study House No. 8, perfectly blends modern and minimalist styles. Built by the legendary designers Charles and Ray Eames, the home reflects their design philosophy: simple and functional. Their famous Eames Chair is the model modern minimalist lounge chair.

Modern minimalism aspires (in the chillest possible way) for calm, uncluttered spaces and quality over quantity. If you like simple spaces with plenty of breathing room, this style can provide you with a sense of stability, mental clarity, and calm. Fewer high-quality pieces remain central in a modern-minimalist apartment or home, as you can see from the examples above.

Who loves the Modern Minimalist style: busy professionals, small-space dwellers, design enthusiasts, and people who dislike visual clutter. 

2: Mid-Century Modern

Clean, organic shapes, teak, tapered, retro

The mid-century modern furniture style is popular because it seamlessly supports modern and vintage decorating ideas. People love its natural simplicity and the retro effects of tapered legs and organic shapes. This style gained popularity between the 1940s and 1960s. You can see some examples of midcentury modern design in films and TV shows set in the 1960s, such as the TV series Madmen, the animated movie The Incredibles, and the 2002 film, Catch Me If You Can.

Like the minimalist style, mid-century modern is uncluttered and clean. However, rich wood tones add a bit more warmth. Again, gather some favorite screenshots of mid-century modern decor or specific beds, dining sets, or armchairs you would like to try in your mid-century modern oasis.

Put them all in one place to see what you like most: do you prefer the pops of blue or green, warm neutrals, or interesting shapes the most? How can you incorporate the MCM elements you love into your current room without listing all your furniture on Facebook Marketplace and starting from scratch? These are the *actual* design dilemmas we’re all out here facing.

Who loves the Mid-Century Modern style: fans of Scandinavian design, nostalgic people who love vintage furniture, and people who appreciate timeless style. Among many others.

3: Contemporary Chic

Sleek, colorful accents, balanced, neutral, trending

When creating my vision board for this style, I noticed that contemporary furniture is often neutral, but you can also include pops trendy colors or designs. You want to keep the room mainly neutral unless you tend to lean more toward the maximalist side of the design spectrum. The difference between modern and contemporary styles is that contemporary is all about what is popular right now.

As is typically true of current trendy styles, some contemporary furniture is way outside most people's furniture budget—and certainly not white labeled. Herman Miller's Eames Lounge Chair, the Dandy Sofa by Massproductions, and Sebastian Herkner's Bell Table for ClassiCon are just a few examples. The good news: now you can take a screenshot of your favorite contemporary items and use Spoken's image search to find dupes to fit your budget.

The central chic aesthetic is a valuable piece of this style. Its flexibility can quickly adapt to your personal tastes and evolving trends by swapping out accents, art, or decorative objects. Statement pieces or little luxurious details can be easily added and swapped out. Look for the perfect contemporary light fixtures or furniture by exploring our contemporary furniture category.

Who loves the Contemporary Chic style: fashion-forward individuals, people who enjoy entertaining and showing off their space, luxury seekers, and urban professionals.  

4: Urban Modern

Streamlined, smooth, metal, chic, natural light 

Here's another fun one—and a perfect style if you enjoy blending various aesthetics. Urban modern design combines elements from different styles, such as modern, industrial, and contemporary. This eclectic mix allows for a dynamic and visually interesting vibe, reflecting the diverse influences in a bustling city environment.

Lots of NYC apartments champion urban model style, in real life and on TV. Maybe you remember Monica's apartment from Friends, with its exposed brick walls, high ceilings, and mix of modern and vintage furnishings. Or, Carrie Bradshaw's Sex and the City apartment after its modern makeover. Look to your favorite shows and characters for style inspiration, too!

Chic sophistication, industrial heritage, and modern artistic pieces can help you create a modern urban style that reflects your tastes. Including items from different cultures or luxurious textures can make your design can feel as dynamic as the urban life you love.

And remember, you don't have to overhaul your entire room. You can budget for one modern item at a time to add to your urban modern home decor. Slow and steady still furnishes the apartment!

Who loves the Urban Modern style: young professionals in the city, minimalists who appreciate a dynamic, clutter-free environment, and people who care about current trends.

5: Transitional

Harmonious, understated, monochromatic, comfortable, timeless 

Drawing from traditional and modern design principles, transitional interior design tends not to date as quickly as trendier, in-the-moment styles. This timeless quality ensures that your transitional space will remain appealing and stylish for years. Reese Witherspoon has used transitional design to create a warm and sophisticated space in her Nashville home, and many iconic hotels from Beverly Hills to NYC have embraced transitional style in recent renovations. Restoration Hardware is an excellent destination for transitional inspiration, too!

Subtle patterns, streamlined accessories, and balanced proportions are all essential elements in transitional interior design, especially when blending pieces from different eras and styles. Traditional decor embodies the comfort of more conventional furniture design while also embracing the fabrics and sleek lines one might find in more contemporary styles.

The great news is that you can combine some of your traditional furniture with contemporary textures. Celebrities, iconic hotels, and many homeowners enjoy combining traditional sofas, upholstery patterns, traditionally crafted dining tables, and even chandeliers that will feel updated and fresh mixed with contemporary accents, abstract artwork, and contemporary dining chairs.

Spoken's transitional furniture items offer inspiration when searching for perfectly balanced items for your transitional living space.

Who loves the Transitional style: Middle-aged homeowners seeking to incorporate classic styles with modern aesthetics, downsizers who want to pare down their traditional furniture collection, and people who want to keep their furniture for a long time.

6: Modern Farmhouse

Relaxed, cozy, spacious, family-friendly, reclaimed

Rustic meets modern with a neutral palette and a light-and-airy farmhouse feel. Despite its layered approach, modern farmhouse design avoids feeling cluttered. The aesthetic is simple and clean, focusing on what is functional without unnecessary embellishment. This simplicity is where the elegance of the style shines. Chip and Joanna Gaines popularized this style while working many modern farmhouse miracles with lots of shiplap and reclaimed wood on HGTV's Fixer Upper.

The use of natural materials is a hallmark of the modern farmhouse style. Natural and raw woods are prominently featured. Textures like stone, linen, and cotton add more character, enhancing the modern farmhouse's homey and earthy vibe.

Blending modern and farmhouse styles can help you create a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. Blending modern minimalism with the cozy character of a country home is a popular aesthetic because it feels so homey. Our rustic furniture and home decor collection is filled with inspiration if you love this style.

Who loves the Modern Farmhouse style: People who value comfort and love rustic aesthetics, real estate stagers & sellers, and people moving from an urban to a rural setting.

7: Sustainable

Eco-friendly, unrefined, recycled, durable, natural fibers

Sustainable interior design is unique because it focuses on aesthetics and functionality and prioritizes environmental responsibility and long-term sustainability. This can mean eco-friendly materials, ecological efficiency, or selecting furnishings and finishes that emit low or no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and avoiding those that release harmful chemicals.

Locally sourced furniture or furniture made by socially responsible companies are often some of the best resources for sustainable furniture. Supporting local economies and craftspeople is a valuable priority for sustainable furniture shoppers. Natural lighting, materials, and plants are often central to sustainable interior design because they are—well, natural.

Who loves the Sustainable style: Environmentally conscious consumers, health-oriented individuals, advocates of ethical consumerism, and innovative design professionals. Millennials and Gen Z are most likely to seek sustainable interior design alternatives.

8: Scandinavian

Nordic, light-wood, practical, uncluttered, snug

The Scandinavian interior design style is notable for its emphasis on simplicity, functionality, and connection to the natural world, all of which reflect the broader cultural values of the Nordic countries. IKEA is an excellent example of Scandinavian design, focusing on simplicity, functionality, affordability, and the use of natural materials & sustainable practices.

Of course, Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen are home to many of the best examples of these designs. Respectively, they are the homes of the interior stylist Lotta Agaton, The Oslo Home, and the Kinfolk Gallery. These are all quintessential Scandinavian spaces—and great places to start if you're looking for Scandi design inspiration.

Scandinavian design values minimalism, functionality, and coziness. It often embodies the principle of democratic design, which means it aims to be accessible to everyone. Furniture and home goods can be practical and affordable without sacrificing aesthetic appeal. They are well-made, so they can be used for a long time, making the design sustainable and economical in the long run.

Another significant Scandinavian value is hygge, which refers to the snug feeling of Scandi styles. Spoken Scandinavian styles are cozy as can be and affordable to boot.

Who loves the Scandinavian style: Global trend followers, home office workers, wellness-focused people who like cozy spaces, and minimalists are all drawn to this style.

9: Earthy Boho

Textured, earth tone colors, mixed patterns, vibrant, artisanal

A rich layering of textures characterizes earthy boho interiors. This can include soft fabrics like velvet or chenille, rugged materials like burlap or jute, and plush elements such as shag rugs or tapestries. These textures enhance the tactile quality of the space. Plants are central to earthy boho interiors, bringing life, color, and freshness into the home. They also enhance the bohemian vibe by adding a sense of wildness and growth.

Unlike minimalist styles, earthy boho embraces a “more is more” philosophy. Layered objects, fabrics, and art pieces become harmonious in a bohemian setting. Highly personal artwork or handcrafted items are common, such as macrame wall hangings, hand-painted tiles, pottery, and ceramics. You can change pieces as your tastes evolve, making the boho styles adaptable and enduring.

The earthy boho style is a beautiful way to incorporate natural, rustic, and global influences—it's curated and carefree at the same time!

Who loves the Earthy Boho style: Creative individuals, world travelers, nature lovers, homebodies, and mindfulness practitioners all appreciate this aesthetic to reflect their eclectic tastes and adventurous spirits.

10: Tropical Modern

Airy, exotic, lush, open, bright

Tropical modern style heavily features natural materials like wood, rattan, bamboo, and linen. Using them in their most natural forms helps maintain an authentic tropical aesthetic that connects the interior with the natural world.

Natural light, pops of green, and breathable fabrics are fun parts of tropical interior design. Tropical style through a modern lens also focuses on clean lines and modern designs. If you love a comfortable, colorful blend of indoor and outdoor living that feels like you're spending time in your favorite luxurious tropical setting, modern furniture in natural materials can perfectly complement your tropical oasis. Make every day feel like a tropical escape!

This style makes sense if you live in a tropical location because you can select locally sourced, aesthetic, and moisture-resistant furniture.

Who loves the Tropical Modern style: Well-traveled individuals, urban dwellers seeking a retreat, homeowners in warm climates, nature enthusiasts, and people who appreciate minimalism with a bit of character.

11: Classic Farmhouse

Traditional, homely, nostalgic, comforting, distressed

The classic farmhouse style is all about rustic charm and simplicity. (It's also worth noting that this style, like many on this list, can be incorporated even without a complete furniture overhaul.) Farmhouse style is prevalent because it is a traditional style. You can find weathered wood pieces that are new from manufacturers, waiting in antique shops, pre-loved from Facebook Marketplace, or even free on the side of the road.

Each accent item lends itself to the expression of classic farmhouse interior design—throw blankets, light fixtures, rugs, and other farmhouse-style accessories can help you incorporate this style in many unique and subtle ways. Neutral colors with textural depth, plush furniture, and a warm color palette are some of the most noteworthy elements of farmhouse furniture. The functionality and simplicity of classic farmhouse furniture speak to its rural origins, evoking a sense of nostalgia and comfort.

If you love the charm of simple, rustic styles, you likely have a particular fondness for classic farmhouse interior design. As I mentioned before, I love having a bit of rustic farmhouse furniture or decor around because it reminds me of my childhood in rural Delaware.

Who loves the Classic Farmhouse style: Historical homeowners, gardeners, DIY enthusiasts, rustic lifestyle enthusiasts, families, and fans of timeless style all appreciate the classic farmhouse design aesthetic.

12: Arts and Crafts

Handcrafted, sturdy, ornate, naturalistic, detailed

I'm going to share my inspiration for this style, as well, because it's such a unique historical style that I think can complement a lot of other rustic and cottage-type styles. In creating my Arts and Crafts mood board, I found these beautiful photos from Britain's brilliant House & Garden online.

Floral wallpapers, rustic furniture, and simple interiors characterize this style. In the mid-19th century, due to the excessive production of Victorian furniture, Arts and Crafts was a refreshing contemporary aesthetic that many people embraced.

If you long for simplicity and naturally calming styles, Arts and Crafts can deliver. From the harmonious earthy color palette, handcrafted furniture, textiles, decorative objects, and livable design, you can make your home feel like a scene from your favorite childhood book or movie. Adding stained glass, metalwork, or large windows with beautiful natural views can complete your Arts and Crafts aesthetic.

The most closely related styles to Arts and Crafts include Mission, Craftsman, and Shaker-style furniture. Films that portray the early 20th century, such as The Green Mile (1999), A River Runs Through It (1992), and The Secret Garden (1993), feature solid craftsman furniture reminiscent of the Arts and Crafts style.

Who loves the Arts and Crafts style: Collectors, history & culture enthusiasts, art lovers, comfort seekers, and people who appreciate excellent craftsmanship.

13: Rustic/Lodge

Rough, rugged, warm, stone, timber

The hallmark of rustic/lodge design is the extensive use of natural, often raw materials. This includes exposed wood beams, stone fireplaces, and hardwood or stone floors. These materials are chosen for their natural imperfections, which add character and authenticity to the space and make you feel like you're in an authentic Western mountain resort. You don't have to be in the Grand Tetons or Rocky Mountains to recreate the vibe in your home.

Many rustic interiors include handcrafted furniture, decorative items, or textiles. These handcrafted elements highlight the maker's skill and craft and add a personal touch to the home. Layered textures, including rough-hewn wood, chunky knits, fluffy rugs, and woven baskets, add depth and interest to rustic-style rooms.

Our rustic furniture collection can help you craft a refuge from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Who loves the Rustic/Lodge style: Winter sports enthusiasts, country & mountain homeowners, nature enthusiasts, comfort seekers, and retirees or second-home owners creating a peaceful retreat for their golden years.

14: Industrial

Urban, exposed elements, raw, uncomplicated, concrete

I noticed that Wayfair had some incredible inspiration for industrial styles. You can see where every single detail matters in industrial interior design. From the brick walls to wooden accents, the open space and raw materials help you recognize an industrial-style apartment or room when you see one.

You may have photos of rooms you love saved on Pinterest or a physical vision board. Start with one accent item or piece of furniture at a time, and slowly, you can design the room of your dreams.

One of the defining features of industrial design is the exposure of building elements that are usually hidden, such as pipes, ductwork, and brick walls. I love the authentic industrial—and also make it a celebration of a space's architectural history.

While the overall feel is rugged, industrial design often includes sleek, modern elements. This contrast between rough and refined is a valuable characteristic that adds visual interest and complexity to the space. Our industrial furniture selection can help you find the perfect designs to blend your modern living space with accents from the past.

Who loves the Industrial style: Loft livers (and lovers), artists and creatives, vintage and antique collectors, and urban dwellers living in converted spaces.

15: Hollywood Regency

Glamorous, gilded, gem-toned, velvet, eccentric

Hollywood Regency is another eclectic and luxurious interior design style. One thing I love about styles is that simply painting the wall or incorporating a symmetrical layout can take you leaps and bounds, especially if you are starting from scratch in your home or a particular room. I love these inspo photos from The Spruce! They show the prominence of luxurious light fixtures, royal blue (and other jewel tones), and various shades of pink in the Hollywood Regency style.

Hollywood Regency is all about luxury and glamour. It features luxurious materials like silk and velvet, incorporating shiny finishes like mirrors, chrome, and glass to create a dazzling effect. Bold color contrasts, Art Deco influences, statement lighting, and reflective surfaces are some of the hallmarks of Hollywood Regency interior design.

As in high fashion, every detail is paramount in Hollywood Regency design. Accessories like cushions, throws, and works of art are carefully curated to complement the space, often serving as glamorous accents. TBH, when you choose this style, everything feels like a work of art.

Who loves the Hollywood Regency style: Luxury homeowners, movie and theater lovers, art and antique collectors, entertainers, fashion and style enthusiasts, and design professionals. Those who value a bit of show-stopping aesthetic drama and sophistication appreciate this vibe.

16: Art Deco

Opulent, symmetrical patterns, sunburst, metallic, glossy

This style was called Jazz Moderne or "le style moderne" in the early twentieth century but became known as Art Deco in the 1960s. Renowned for using bold geometric shapes, such as chevrons, ziggurats, and stepped forms, the emphasis on symmetry and clean lines creates a visually striking, modern, and timeless aesthetic. You'll notice streamlined furniture and detailed sunburst, fountains, and other decorative forms.

The style also reflects a fascination with different cultures, incorporating diverse and exotic motifs inspired by Ancient Egyptian, African, and Mayan designs. Art Deco interior design is intriguing because it merges classic luxury with modernistic style, creating environments that are both sophisticated and opulent yet grounded in functionality. It appeals to those who appreciate bold, visually striking designs that make a statement while remaining elegant and polished.

Who loves the Art Deco style: Art lovers, architects and designers, vintage enthusiasts, people renovating homes from the Art Deco period (1919-1939). People who want to blend historical grandeur with modernist aesthetics have a special place in their hearts (and homes) for Art Deco style.

17: Modern Victorian

Intricate carvings, ornamental, elaborate, dark wood, tufted

Modern—but make it nostalgic. Or, Victorian—but make it forward-thinking. Either way you think about it, this is an incredibly cool style that combines the best parts of past and current design. Traditional Victorian design is fabulous, but Modern Victorian design pairs classic intricate details with modern furniture and decor.

While traditional Victorian interiors can feel overly formal and cluttered, modern Victorian styles balance elegance with accessibility. Contemporary pieces and layouts make the space feel more livable and comfortable while retaining a sense of sophistication.

Who loves the Modern Victorian style: Homeowners with period properties, people who appreciate Victorian design, historical enthusiasts, eclectic decorators, and sustainability-minded people who are recycling or upcycling Victorian-era furniture.

18: Bauhaus

Efficient, primary color pops, asymmetrical, innovative, simple geometric designs

Bauhaus design was ahead of its time in its integration of new technologies and materials into the fabric of everyday life. It utilized industrial materials such as steel, glass, and concrete. The style is renowned for iconic furniture designs, such as the Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer and the Bauhaus Lamp by Wilhelm Wagenfeld. These pieces exemplify the functionality, clean lines, and artistic beauty the movement championed.

If you love the simplicity and clarity of primary colors alongside black, white, and gray, this style can be almost effortless to incorporate—and so much fun! There are many ways to interpret and integrate this artistic style into your living space.

Who loves the Bauhaus style: Modernists, design professionals, people who love technology, iconic furniture collectors, and art historians attracted to the Bauhaus period.

19: Bohemian

Eclectic, lively, free-spirited, woven, global

Bohemian furniture is known for incorporating decor from around the world, including tribal textiles, Moroccan lanterns, and Indian fabrics. This global influence reflects a love for travel and cultural exploration. Boho decor is creative and encourages an artistic approach to decorating.

Deep blues, vibrant pinks, lush greens, and earthy oranges are often paired with neutral bases to create a dynamic and cheerful ambiance, and comfort is key. Soft furnishings, lots of throw pillows, and brightly colored accents can help you create a personally expressive space. If you want to create a unique, cozy, and culturally rich environment at home, bohemian interior design can help you curate such a space.

Who loves the Bohemian style: Creative professionals, world travelers, free spirits, mindfulness and yoga practitioners, influencers, and first-time homebuyers who enjoy decorating creatively on a dime.

20: American Southwestern

Earth-toned, textured, terracotta, handmade, tribal patterns

American Southwestern interior design is notable for its unique blend of Native American, Spanish, and modern American influences, which create a warm, inviting, and earthy aesthetic. Talk about a beautiful earthy color palette, featuring terracotta reds, desert sands, cactus greens, and sky blues. These colors are inspired by the natural landscape of the Southwestern United States. Rugs, blankets, and pottery often feature intricate geometric patterns and vibrant colors inspired by Native American influences and traditions.

The southwestern design style helps you bring the prettiest outdoor colors inside. In addition, spacious layouts make Southwestern-style homes feel light and airy, with abundant natural light. Rustic materials, like rough-hewn wood, wrought iron, and terracotta, can make your Southwestern space feel authentic and timeless. This is one reason why historic home renovators appreciate the style.

Who loves the American Southwestern style: Nature lovers, Native American cultural enthusiasts, art collectors, homeowners in Arizona, New Mexico, or Southern California, historic home renovators, and global style admirers are attracted to this style.

21: French Provincial

Elegant, ornate, pastoral, curved, refined

This style is one of the oldest on the list. In the 17th century, outside of Paris and Versailles, the middle and upper classes in the provinces sought to emulate French aristocratic style, but more modestly. French Provincial was born as a rustic, refined version of the courtly designs. The style grew in popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries and became more widely recognized. After all, it represented the idyllic, peaceful rural life many city dwellers longed for.

Maybe you understand that feeling. You want your home to have a traditional, refined feel and be cozy and lived-in. The French Provincial style offers the comfort of farmhouse interior design with the classy accents of more conventional styles. Elegant but understated is the key to pulling off this style.

Handcrafted details, a super-soft color palette, and the perfect combination of rustic materials and elegant details create a balanced aesthetic and make you feel like you may have stepped into a Provence farmhouse. Once you've found the perfect French country furniture, you can't go wrong with exposed wooden beams, stone floors, and classic French furniture to complete the look.

Who loves the French Provincial style: Romantics and traditionalists nostalgic for traditional European craftsmanship, artisans and craft enthusiasts, country and cottage homeowners, DIY lovers, and people who have traveled to France and appreciate the essence of rural French living.

22: Eclectic Maximalist

Vibrant, diverse, more-is-more, opulent, playful

Here's another fun style to gather in vision board form. I found the top photos from Architectural Digest and the bottom images from House & Garden. There's really no right way to pull this style off. You can see that some rooms are monochromatic, while others combine colors in an eclectic yet balanced fashion. Creative, design-oriented individuals enjoy and appreciate this design style.

One thing I appreciate about this style is that it is both plentiful and playful. You can mix styles like mid-century modern, boho, and Art Deco, but you can also add traditional furniture items and formal chandeliers. More-is-more doesn't just apply to what you put into the room; it also incorporates combining styles within your design.

You can design a room around your favorite color, art collection, or family heirloom. An eclectic maximalist design reflects your life journey, favorite styles, and whatever inspires you. Designers Iris Apfel, Tony Duquette, and Anna Sui have pulled this off beautifully in their apartments and homes.

You are the best designer for your space. You can emulate the designs and designers you love by finding inspiration online and then finding Spoken's best deals on the maximalist furniture and decor items you love.

Who loves the Eclectic Maximalist style: Interior designers, creative individuals, collectors of art and antiques, storytellers, entertainers, and people who love bold designs and patterns.

23: Whimsical Boho

Playful, artistic, colorful, free-form, inspired

Whimsical Boho interior design is special because it infuses the free-spirited essence of bohemian style with playful, imaginative elements. It creates a comfortable and visually engaging space filled with rich textures, vibrant colors, and quirky details that make it feel personal and full of life. Is your favorite color yellow? Do you love quirky artwork or unexpected decor that fills you (and your friends) with childlike wonder? This style is perfect for those who dare to curate a home that reflects their creativity, spontaneity, and love for eclectic, meaningful decor.

Have you ever wished you could live inside an Anthropologie or Free People store or display? Have you admired Justina Blakeney's "Jungalow" brand, Frida Kahlo's La Casa Azul in Mexico City, or any of the many stylishly daring bohemian retreats worldwide? Artistic, free-spirited, and whimsical boho interior design emphasizes creativity and personal expression. The Whimsical Boho color palette is typically vibrant and cheerful, featuring bold mixes of jewel tones, pastels, and earthy hues. Layered patterns—such as florals, geometrics, and tribal prints—often create a lively, dynamic look.

Who loves the Whimsical Boho style: Non-conformists and free spirits, creative artists and designers, world travelers, avid thrifters, bohemian lifestyle practitioners, people who value comfort, and families who want to create playful spaces.

24: Cottagecore

Quaint, romantic, nature-centric, charming, floral

Borrowing from other noteworthy styles like French Provincial, English country, and farmhouse styles, Cottagecore celebrates simplicity and rustic charm. It also borrows Shabby Chic’s affinity for vintage furniture, lace, and floral prints. It's all about creating a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of modern living, creating a space that feels cozy, nostalgic, and connected to nature. With its focus on sustainability, craftsmanship, and a slower pace, cottagecore appeals to those seeking more mindfulness and peace.

When you think of Cottagecore, you may think of Beatrix Potter's Hill Top Farm, Louisa May Alcott's Massachusetts Orchard House, or the settings of films like The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (2018), Little Women (2019), and The Holiday (2006). Shelves filled with books, cozy coastal cottages, rustic furniture, and fireplaces are all memorable elements that can inspire you as you set the scene for your Cottagecore life.

Whimsical lighting, floral garlands, vintage book collections, and garden-inspired decor can help create a Cottagecore oasis. After all, Cottagecore design is deeply romantic, often evoking a sense of nostalgia for simpler times. Its aesthetic draws on literary and artistic imagery of the countryside, pastoral life, and a bygone era, offering an escape from modern life's fast pace and technology.

Who loves the Cottagecore style: Nature lovers, romantics and nostalgics, homebodies who prioritize coziness, minimalists, writers and book lovers, gardeners, sustainability advocates, and folklore and fantasy fans all enjoy the whimsical, storybook elements that feel like stepping into a dream world.

Discovering your style and learning to embrace it are wonderful ways to express yourself and create a space you love! Share your style and tag us on Instagram to be featured in our Stories. Browse our styles collections to find what will fit your space and tastes. Most importantly, embrace who you are and what you love. After all, this is your story! You're the main character, and you get to design the backdrop for your beautiful life. Lucky!