Get The Look Of This Low-Key Home Decor Trend In Just A Few Steps

If you love the look and feel of a well-worn, but supple leather armchair against an exquisitely crafted built-in filled with your favorite books and a few well-chosen accessories, you've discovered the allure of quiet luxury. Characteristics of this calming aesthetic include a timeless design, quality craftsmanship, and classic silhouettes — such as the classic lines of a Victorian Chesterfield velvet sofa — and the use of natural finishes like wood, marble, brass, and linen. This decorating style favors practical functionality over flashy opulence, so you won't see an abundance of name brands here. While this aesthetic may bring to mind stately old homes boasting antiques and finely crafted wood floors, achieving it doesn't require owning a mansion — or a trust fund.

You can capture the quiet luxury trend in your home by choosing a few quality pieces that offer comfort, style, and longevity. A well-crafted chair, for example, can instantly make your living room more elegant — whether it's a cherished heirloom you've lovingly refinished or a thrifted find you've reupholstered in a soft and easy-to-maintain cotton blend. Even tiny changes can make your home more sophisticated and comfortable. Remove heavy curtains to allow views of your garden and let in the sunshine, and use uncomplicated strategies that work best for decluttering your home to foster a more calming and refined atmosphere. Give tables and countertops a thorough dusting to let their natural beauty shine.

When it comes to accessories, choose them sparingly, focusing on pieces that are beautiful and functional. For instance, include a leafy fern for a soothing, natural touch or an antique oval mirror to reflect brilliant light throughout your space. Quiet luxury can be simple to achieve — just introduce a new thoughtful addition now and then, and your home will soon radiate sophistication and comfort throughout.

Quiet luxury isn't fussy or opulent. Instead, it's a back-to-basics approach that makes spaces feel more upscale by uniting quality materials with elements that elevate everyday living. In a kitchen, this can mean a layout that eases meal prep, beautiful wood cabinetry with soft-close hinges and easy-to-grab pulls, and durable engineered quartz countertops with the elegance of marble without the upkeep. Also pay attention to lighting, layering under-cabinet task lights, warm overhead light fixtures, and subtle accent lighting to add both ambiance and beauty. For cabinetry, backsplashes, and countertops, lean toward understated, natural tones such as soft whites, taupes, and beiges, to create a serenely stylish space.

Also be sure to choose a calming color palette for the rest of your home. While quiet-luxury decorating tends to rely on muted colors like cream and beige, a bold new twist on quiet luxury that's taking over interiors is adding deep, natural hues like the navy of a dark, rolling blue of the sea or the muted green of forest foliage for a soothing backdrop for furnishings and decor. In your bedroom, add a wall with rich wainscoting in a dark blue or olive green for extra interest while still maintaining calm sophistication. Pair these colors with crisp, percale sheets, a cozy knitted blanket, warm lighting, and natural wood accents, and these deep tones will elevate your space without overwhelming it, striking an ideal mix of refinement and functionality.