Tap into Southwestern Style

This summer, mix a little old with a little new, to give your home a fresh new face! Does the warm weather have you thinking of sun-baked terra cotta pots, prickly green plants, and warm rosy hues? Then it’s time to get in touch with your inner cowgirl and bring some Modern Southwestern charm into your home and garden. You don’t need a full makeover to add get the look – just update some key pieces with these styling tips, and you’ll be living it up in the warm weather in true desert dweller fashion.

Decorate with Feathers

Whether they’re strung from the ceiling or arranged in a vase, feathers of all colors are an excellent way to highlight your sunny style. Buy a bunch from the craft store and add some gold glittering tips, to keep the look fresh.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Add Busy Aztec Patterns

Aztec patterns add interest to any surface, and traditionally combine many colors to create a rich, textured design in your home. For a more modern twist, display some geometrical patterns in monochromatic hues, or with bright, or neon colors.

 

 

 

 

Bring in some Leather

Leather details add that well-worn flavor that any true Southwestern paradise needs. Leather furniture is a great way to go, but because it can get expensive, try adding some small scale decoration with a piece of art or an accent wall detail.

 

 

 

 

Make (or grow) Some Cacti

Cacti are a constant on the dusty desert horizon, so to give your space a hint of sun-baked goodness, make sure to add these little green guys to your displays. As easy as cacti are to grow and sustain, if you don’t feel up to the challenge, or up to the work, make your own faux cacti from rocks!

 

 

Hang Faux Animal Heads

 

If you’ve got real antlers or an authentic animal head, that works too. But papier-mâché or clay animal busts work just as well, and they’re easier to decorate and lighter to hang. Check your local craft store for paper animal heads, like this cardboard one, to add some deep desert charm to your look.