The Jewelry-Inspired Trend That Gives Your Front Door So Much Charm

Are you bored with your home's plain front door but unwilling to repaint it or swap it out? Maybe you've opted to switch things up this year and hang fall wreaths somewhere that isn't your front door. Or, maybe you rent out an apartment, so accessorizing is the only way you can feasibly jazz up your front door and still get your security deposit back. Either way, door jewelry could be the subtle switch-up you've been looking for. 

This jewelry-inspired home decor trend is exactly what the name suggests: using shiny, statement-making charms or fixtures to give a generic wooden door a unique touch. These range from stylized door knockers and knobs to metal push or kick plates, baskets that can hold mail, and charms that are simply cute to look at. As interior designer Kristen Fiore told Homes and Gardens, "The hardware on your front door is a great way to add style."

When it comes to door jewelry, the styling options are truly endless — which is precisely why this trend works so well for seasonal decor. It's a budget-friendly, non-committal way to nod to the change of seasons or upcoming holidays. And if you're someone who likes thrifting and is always on the lookout for quirky vintage decor items, then you'll love door jewelry. Take it from home design influencer @prettyinthepines, who routinely decks out her front door with antique pieces she's collected over the years, or British visual artist @byamberhopkins, whose light-blue front door is styled with complementary brass hardware.

When searching for door charms, it's helpful to go into it knowing your preferred home decor aesthetic. Are you a fan of vintage items with character or visible patina? You'll probably enjoy perusing Etsy for antique door jewelry curated by secondhand resellers, like this aVintageParcel Brass Keyhole Charm. If your taste skews more modern, you can check out offerings from contemporary home decor retailers, such as Wayfair, AllModern, CB2, or Anthropologie. You'll find that door jewelry options really run the gamut. For instance, this Aslan Solid Brass Lion Door Knocker from Anthropologie walks the line between austere and eclectic, while the Nantucket Basket Door Knocker from Wayfair has more of an elevated farmhouse decor vibe.

Once you've found a piece of door jewelry that suits your home and your style, simply use the appropriate tools and hardware to affix it to your door. For lightweight pieces, a Command Hook or similar adhesive-based hanger could do the trick. Heavier charms or ones that double as hardware will probably require installation with screws. Pair yours with an autumnal wreath or a planter full of flowers to subtly transition your home for the season, or style it as the sole decorative item on your front porch. And get ready to rake in the compliments when your friends and family swing by and knock on your door.