Guide To Monsoon Decor: 8 Tips To Brighten Your Home This Season

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The arrival of monsoon in India is a welcome change, bringing relief from scorching summers and painting the land lush green. However, when the gloomy skies and dampness of the season begin to seep indoors, it starts to hamper our mood. We have always believed that a home should always be a haven of cheer and shine, regardless of the weather. Keeping this spirit in mind, here are some stylish and practical decor trends shared by Simran Kohli, Co-founder of Dusaan, to help you revamp your home during the monsoon season.

Refresh Your Home with Vibrant Furnishings

The monsoon shouldn't bring your mood down. One of the quick ways to lift your ambiance is to swap those dark or neutral throws, cushions, and bedsheets with something vibrant. Think sunshine yellow, cheery orange, or happy pink – anything vibrant to chase away the monsoon blues. Additionally, printed cushion covers, floral design bedsheets, multicolor premium cotton throws, and floral floor mats in bright hues are some items that you can incorporate to revamp the look and feel of your home. The happy hues will instantly add a pop of sunshine and create a warm, welcoming space.

Embrace Indoor Greenery

Monsoon is an ideal time to invite a touch of nature into your home. Indoor plants are excellent for two reasons - first, they look fantastic and can help clean the air you breathe. Plus, nowadays, there are tons of easy-care options available for you to choose from. For instance, you can opt for easy-to-maintain Snake Plant, Golden Hahnii, or Haworthia Turgida varieties. However, if you are not keen on taking care of a real plant, you may explore artificial greens in classic bamboo planters or small wickers. You may also repurpose vintage containers, like wine bottles, to house your plants. This creative touch could help add a unique touch to your décor and complement the monsoon's natural vibe.

Create a Scented Sanctuary

Monsoon season has a cozy vibe, but sometimes those cozy smells turn a little musty. To combat the unpleasant smell you can incorporate scented candles and essential oil diffusers into your living room or bedroom. For instance, some of the most popular fragrances that are ideal for monsoon are Sandalwood, Lavender, and Eucalyptus oil. Incorporating these fragrances in the form of scented candles, essential oils, and diffuser oil can refresh the atmosphere, chasing the musty monsoon smells away from your home and creating a sense of warmth and coziness.

Adopt a Minimalist Approach

Monsoon season is a great time to declutter your space and adopt a minimalist approach to decor. Keeping your home tidy and free of excess items can make it look more spacious and help prevent moisture buildup. Choose a few standout pieces like a stackable shoe rack, coat rack, and foldable equipment or kitchen organizer to create and maintain a clean, sophisticated look.

Light and Airy Curtains

Heavy drapes might be cozy, but they can block out much-needed natural light during the cloudier months. Hence, sheer curtains of airy fabrics like lace or chiffon could be a better fit for your rooms in the monsoon season. The light and breezy drapes could make your space feel brighter, more open, and perfect for enjoying the pitter-patter of raindrops. You may also explore curtains in embroidered sheer and hand-block printed fabrics to add a softer touch to your space.

Do your walls feel dull?

Your walls hold untapped potential to transform your space and add a whole new vibe. With the monsoon season on the horizon, you can bring the refreshing energy of rain indoors by decorating your walls with monsoon-themed artwork, framed paintings, or photographs. Such vibrant art pieces can revamp your walls and infuse some liveliness into them.

Cozy Reading Nooks

Imagine the rain patterns on the windowpane, and you're curled up with your favourite author’s book. Pure bliss! You can enhance this experience by adding a comfy armchair or daybed near a window and placing a few soft pillows and a fluffy throw blanket into the mix. You can also consider adding a side table – perfect for enjoying your book, a cup of tea, and that soothing rain. To transform your reading space into a bookworm's paradise you may incorporate wall hangings, a chandelier lamp, and a few scented candles for more enjoyable rainy days.

Enhance Ambiance with Warm Lighting

Placing warm floor lamps or lamps made of unique materials like wood, jute, or bamboo in your living room and bedroom can work wonders in preventing the gloomy weather from hampering your mood. Their gentle glow can instantly create a cozy ambiance, perfect for chasing away the rainy blues. You can bring colorful lampshades to the mix to add pops of personality that complement your décor, or simply swap out harsh white bulbs for warm yellow ones.

Monsoon Table Setting

Set a delightful table that captures the season's essence, and keep things simple with just a table or a pastel cotton tablecloth. However, you may add a pop of color to the setting with vibrant table mats, fancy vases, and vibrant napkin holders. To set up the perfect centerpiece, you can place seasonal blooms like lilies or marigolds in a rustic vase. Make sure to complement the theme with earthy or handcrafted ceramic tableware adorned with floral patterns. Finally, tie it all together with linen napkins in refreshing shades of green or blue.

Incorporate Earthy Tones and Textures

Turn your home into a cozy monsoon sanctuary by experimenting with earthy tones and luxurious textures. Think plush throw pillows or woolen cushion covers in deep greens, browns, and rusts – colors that echo the outdoors, whereas, fabrics like wool, velvet, and even faux fur can add an extra layer of warmth and comfort. Imagine curling up with a good book as the rain falls outside – pure bliss!

These little additions can help transform your space into a snug haven, perfect for embracing the monsoon magic. You can find more such home decor items in multiple options at Dusaan’s online e-commerce platform and turn your personal abode into the perfect place to enjoy the monsoon season.