The Coastal Auntie decorates with soft blues, seafoam greens, and crisp whites, but she loves to stand out with an unexpected pop of color or a bold pattern. When styling her front door, she makes it a true focal point, knowing it’s the first thing guests see. 

Starting with a crisp white door as a clean backdrop, she adds a vibrant touch - a teal outdoor mat that brings energy to her entrance and breaks up the calm in the best way. Or, she might paint her front door in an easy, breezy pastel blue and pair it with a solid black doormat for chic contrast - a bold choice that adds a sleek, sophisticated edge.

The Coastal Auntie loves light fabrics like linen and cotton - perfect for flowing curtains that flutter in the breeze or soft throws draped over her cozy sofa. 

But she doesn’t stop at comfort; she knows contrast is key. She’ll add a modern touch to her coastal decor, like metallic fixtures or a brass chandelier, creating a beautiful balance between relaxed and refined.

Rattan, wicker, and jute are a staple in any Coastal Auntie home. These natural materials easily add warmth and texture, grounding her home with a natural beachy feel.

She loves to keep her coastal decor interesting by adding contemporary accents to any room, like a clear glass coffee table placed over a jute rug or a shiny gold planter next to a wicker chair - just for a bit of drama.

A Coastal Auntie still loves her shells and corals but will never overdo it. She’ll rock sea glass candles on her coffee table, a framed anchor artwork hanging in the hallway, and a lobster rope doormat at her front door. Her coastal decor choices fall into the popular design trend of Modern Coastal Decor. 

A key feature of the Coastal Auntie home is how open and airy it feels, just like a Coastal Grandmother’s. She loves letting in natural light through big windows and keeping the space uncluttered. 

To keep her coastal decor edgy, she adds a touch of contrast, like a sleek pendant light or a glass globe chandelier hanging over the kitchen island. This balance between natural light and contemporary fixtures keeps her space feeling fresh and current.

For the Coastal Auntie, the line between indoor and outdoor living is beautifully blurred. Her home flows effortlessly into her outdoor space, whether it’s a deck, patio or garden. 

She likes to surprise her guests with a playful touch in her coastal decor, like a hanging daybed or a cool lounging area with oversized pillows and string lights - a cozy space for entertaining guests or simply relaxing with her favorite book. She's always ready with her stylish unbreakable wine glasses when friends and family gather for an intimate dinner or a backyard barbecue.

If there’s one thing a Coastal Auntie’s home is not, it is being perfectly curated. Instead, she prefers to bring out well-loved pieces that tell a story, like a vintage armchair from her beloved grandmother placed right next to a brand new lamp. 

Because these pieces have a personal touch, these do not necessarily match but somehow work together beautifully to create a home that feels authentic.