Bohemian Decoration
Personalize Your Decor with Bohemian Cushions!
Do you have a lifestyle or a bohemian style? Would you like your decor to reflect your state of mind? Does the hippie chic style inspire you?
Youβre in the right place.
As a fan of bohemian fashion, I’ve also explored decor that aligns with this lifestyle, so I can create a home where I feel comfortable and that reflects my personal style.
Today, Iβd like to share with you a simple trick to bring a boho chic vibe to your home: bohemian pillows! With just a few cushions, you can transform a traditional living room or bedroom into a space that reflects your personal style.
Arranging various patterned pillows on a bed or in a living room can instantly make the space warm and inviting. When combined with other furnishings (such as drapes, throws, and rugs), indoor plants, and soft lighting, they help create a bohemian-inspired interior. Symbolizing freedom and a return to nature, this lifestyle is perfect for those who value authenticity. Bohemian pillows can serve as a starting point for a personalized decor style in your bedroom, living room, or even your converted van.
Do you want to learn more? Keep reading to discover:
- What defines this style of cushions,
- How to incorporate them into your decor,
- Tips for bringing a boho chic style to your home,
- A tutorial on how to embroider your own cushions,
- Lots of ideas for using cushions to add comfort to a bohemian lifestyle (like in a van, for example).
How to Identify Bohemian Cushions?
As I have mentioned on this blog before, the boho chic style is not just a fashion trend. It also represents a whole way of life, which heavily focuses on interior decoration. Like bohemian fashion, boho decor emphasizes natural materials and colors.
Thus, cushions, which provide comfort and softness in every room of the house, are a simple way to reveal your personality through your home dΓ©cor. Bohemian cushions are characterized by:
- bright colors,
- traditional fabrics (linen, cotton, etc.),
- various and colorful patterns reminiscent of a hippie aesthetic,
- diverse texturesβ¦
π To create a cozy atmosphere, I recommend layering cushions with different colors and patterns, whether on your bed, in your living room, or even in an outfitted van, for example.
Are These Types of Cushions Right for You?
Are you interested in bohemian decor? If so, adding cushions in this style to your home is a great way to start, especially if:
- Are you looking for a simple and affordable solution to decorate your living room?
- Do you want some cushions to support your back while reading or watching TV in bed?
- Do you love colorful and personalized decor?
- Would you like your home to reflect your style and lifestyle that is close to nature πΏ?
π Are you looking to create a welcoming decor for an outdoor event, such as a rustic wedding or a bohemian-themed gathering? By placing plenty of rugs and bohemian cushions on the ground, you’ll create a cozy little paradise for your guests!
What Decor Should You Pair with Them for a Bohemian Living Room or Bedroom?
Personalizing a home doesn’t happen overnight: it’s about creating a space that reflects who you are and where you’ll feel comfortable. Are you drawn to the boho style and the values of nature and freedom it emphasizes? Then, in the following lines, I will show you how to create a personalized interior dΓ©cor using bohemian cushions and other decorative items.
Colorful Throws and Blankets
As I mentioned, cushions provide an immediate comfort to a room. However, to truly feel at home and enjoy relaxing moments, it’s important to never feel cold. To achieve this, you can also add throws on your couch and bedspreads in your bedroom. When combined with cushions, they will instantly give your space a warm and inviting feel.
Rugs
When I get home after a day of working outside, the first thing I do is take off my shoes to relax. If you do the same, feel free to lay out several colorful rugs on the floor, especially in areas where theyβre less likely to get dirty: living room, bedroom, etc. Many people think one rug is enough, but the bohemian style thrives on mixing patterns and colors: a collection of small, varied rugs that complement each other will create a beautiful visual effect.
π Check out our collection of chic bohemian-inspired rugs on our website dedicated to the boho chic lifestyle!
Wall Hangings
Like rugs, throws, and cushions, colorful tapestries add color and warmth to a room. They also evoke the lifestyle of the hippies, who in the 1970s decorated their homes and converted vans with these fabrics. The patterns on the tapestries inspired their psychedelic travels and were often created using the tie-dye technique.
Indoor Plants
Very popular in recent years, indoor plants allow you to bring nature into your home and enjoy its benefits. Their green color is soothing and they help create a pleasant atmosphere. You can place several of them, in different sizes, near your couch so you can enjoy them while you’re sitting against your cushions. There’s nothing better for relaxing!
Dimming the Lights
The way lights are placed significantly affects the atmosphere when you enter a home. For example, a very bright ceiling light used as the only source can be blinding and, over time, quite uncomfortable when you want to relax. To fully enjoy your relaxation time (such as napping or watching TV), I recommend using string lights and indirect lighting to decorate your home, creating a cozy and warm atmosphere.
π If you find beautiful wooden branches while walking in the forest (or even driftwood at the beach), feel free to collect them to wrap your garlands around. The result will be very bohemian and will look both practical and stunning in your home.
Handcrafted Treasures Rich in History
It’s often said that the way a person decorates and arranges their home is a window into their personality and story. I largely agree with this statement, and I encourage you to decorate your home with items that hold meaning for you and have a story behind them. These can be travel souvenirs, heirlooms from your family, handmade or artistic creations… The key is to create a space where you feel at home when you look around.
Where to Find Bohemian Cushions?
This type of cushion, which is quite unique, isn’t always easy to find everywhere. You might come across some in decoration stores, but there’s a chance you’ll keep seeing the same designs.
To personalize your decor, I recommend flea markets and antique shops, where you can find unique items. However, if you donβt want to wait, prefer new pillows, or are simply looking for inspiration, I suggest you check out our online store right now to explore our bohemian pillows. We offer unique patterns that are perfect for adding a chic bohemian touch to your home.
How to Embroider Your Own Bohemian Pillow?
Are you looking to try your hand at embroidery to customize your pillows or blankets in a bohemian style? Hereβs a quick video tutorial π¬ that showcases the techniques used to create the main stitches:
For this DIY project, I recommend using embroidery floss and pillows made from a checkered fabric, which you can find at a craft store or directly at a home decor shop. Decide in advance on the pattern you want to embroider, print it out or draw it to scale so that you can follow the model as you stitch. π
Vanlife Trend: Boho Cushions to Personalize Your Van
Currently on the rise, nomadic lifestyles embody the bohemian spirit of travel and freedom. This lifestyle shift is driving many people to customize their own RVs, tiny houses, or converted vans. Characterized by their minimalism, these mobile homes can still be personalized with practical items like cushions, the patterns and colors of which will enhance the living space for these contemporary free spirits!
I hope this article has inspired you to decorate your living space with bohemian pillows, making it a cozy place where you feel at home. π‘
Do you love bohemian fashion? Be sure to stop by our specialized site, where you’ll find a variety of clothing collections in this style, suitable for all tastes and body types, all at an affordable price! π
