Your Living Room Style Is Becoming Outdated (But Don't Worry It Could Have A Comeback)

Keeping up with trends in the design world can be challenging, causing many homeowners to stick to versatile and classic styles that have managed to remain relevant for decades. Mid-century modern decor has been one of those tried and true aesthetics, staying at the top of the list for many designers. Defined by its minimalist and functional characteristics, it has been loved for everything from its clean lines, soft curves, and geometric shapes to its incorporation of bold accent colors and neutral tones. Who hasn't admired a beautiful tulip table or Eames lounge chair at least once in their life? Even with it's ongoing popularity, mid-century modern has been slowly taking the backseat over the last few years as designers shift their focus away from it and turn to the styles of other decades.

Although the design has been incredibly prolific since it was established in the mid-20th century, it's recently getting a reputation for being somewhat predictable and generic looking. Designers are starting to move onto other decades, like the 20s and 30s art deco decor for example, and leaving the mid-century behind. But what does this mean for enthusiasts who have latched onto the style as a timeless classic, perhaps not wanting to give it up so easily? While it's true that for now it may be more difficult to shop for pieces that fit into a full mid-century modern design, there is somewhat of a guarantee that the aesthetic will have a resurgence in future years.

All hope is not lost if you want to keep styling your home with mid-century modern decor. Especially since it is the type of aesthetic that easily blends with other popular designs. It's capable of becoming a touchstone that pairs with contemporary updates, even when the all-in mid-century modern look is out. For instance, if you're the type of person who likes to stay on trend, it easily harmonizes with the art deco style. Even with their stark differences, they blend bold colors and shapes together perfectly while emphasizing clean lines and functionality. You can focus your attention on bringing elements of the art deco style into your home by contrasting mid-century modern's natural wooden textures with art deco's glamorous materials like marble or brass.

You can also consider ways to soften the look of your mid-century modern home by making small alterations, like deferring slightly from the dark and neutral color palette of the style and embracing unexpected pops of color — like a sky blue or bright red. Also consider letting your favorite mid-century modern pieces stand on their own. You can bring in more vintage pieces to blend your existing decor, rethink your layout, or bring in statement art pieces from different styles and eras. The trick is just to freshen up your space while you wait patiently for the mid-century modern look to come back in full swing.