The Decorative Detail That Joanna Gaines Is Obsessed With Right Now

When in home decor doubt, you can count on interior designer Joanna Gaines for sweet and cozy home styling advice. Whether you're a fan of her signature modern farmhouse style or tune into the various "Fixer Upper" spin-off series on her Magnolia Network, you know one thing: the HGTV star pays attention to detail. So what's Gaines' latest decor obsession? It's decorative scallops, inspired by seashells and geometric patterns popular in the Art Deco era.

In a recent Instagram video, created in collaboration with U.S. carpet designer and manufacturer Loloi Rugs, Gaines confesses her love for decor with scalloped edges. "I keep thinking I'm going to get tired of scallops. It's only getting worse," the "Fixer Upper" alum explains as she presents scalloped dishes and decor pieces in the video. "I want the whole world to be scalloped," she continues. Her fondness for quaint decor with curvy edges is clear in the seemingly endless scalloped pieces in her Magnolia home decor collection, including napkin sets, rustic lampshades, and charming copper coasters that complement various interior styles.

Looking for the trendiest ways to incorporate scallop designs into your home? Scallop silhouettes can provide a lived-in look that adds texture and dimension to any space. It's the perfect detail for mixing new and old. Use dramatic scalloped statement pieces like headboards and coffee tables or introduce the pattern subtly through decorative bowls and pillow shams. Scallops can be found on fixtures, too, like wall sconces and pendant lights. Joanna Gaines knows this all too well — she's a pro at incorporating the curvaceous decorative motif in ways that add depth, dimension, and fun to any room in the home. She uses the pattern on everything from backsplashes and vanities to range hoods, mirrors, and shelving.

Whatever your design tastes, scalloped edges and detailing can complement any space, layout, piece of furniture, or decor item. They work with various design styles, too, from mid-century modern to coastal. Scalloping looks effortless in Art Deco decor and interiors. The whimsical detail was popular in the era, though it was likely born in the Middle Ages. But this versatile pattern can be a beautiful addition to minimalist or contemporary interior design, too. Brighten up mid-century modern living rooms with a scallop-edged lampshade, accent armchair, or charming sideboard. Add scalloped detailing to modern rustic farmhouse (a la Joanna Gaines), cottagecore, or traditional interiors for a natural, lived-in look.