By Kalena Reynolds | Staff Writer
Between longhorn photos and ‘live, laugh, love’ welcome mats, room decor has become more generic over the years. While it’s convenient to take a trip to Target and grab the first five things you see in the Magnolia section, do your Pinterest board justice and aim for something more original.
Here are three ideas for ways to set yourself apart in the world of decor and ensure that nobody confuses your space of residence for a pioneer woman film set. Not only are these better for the planet, but they also showcase your personal style and are college student budget-friendly.
1. DIY
While it might take more work, DIY decor never fails, no matter how “homemade” it looks. Spend your next Sunday finding a good YouTube craft guide and going all out with crafting to add some flair and accents to your dorm or apartment.
2. Conversation pieces
Please, for the love of all things holy, add a conversation piece to your living room. I thrifted a ceramic phrenology head that sits on my coffee table. It serves as a great conversation starter and ultimately sparks people’s curiosity.
Your decor should not only reflect your personal style and taste but should also strive to be unique and interesting to look at. Ultimately, this is probably not going to be the stuff you find at Target, and that’s OK. Take a trip to the local Goodwill and see if you can scope out anything that might pique your curiosity.
3. Vintage/thrifted pieces
Now I know the last thing you want to read is an article telling you to thrift more. We can all be honest here, thrifting is no original thought these days. However, we can acknowledge that it’s good for the environment and helps eliminate mass consumerism.
Thrifting vintage decor is a great way to be environmentally friendly and add a unique flair to your place of residence. While it might take some effort, intentional browsing can lead you to find something that has a cool backstory and can double as a conversation piece. Waco thrift stores like ArTieR Resale, The Junky Money and The Salvation Army provide the perfect opportunity to shop locally.
Most importantly, let your style and identity shine through, no matter where you live. Whether it’s a dorm, house or apartment, there’s always a wealth of eclectic and unique pieces waiting to be discovered. These pieces can spice up your space and make it feel truly special and personal to you.
Instead of settling for generic decor like motivational signs and sepia photos, take a more intentional approach to your space. By choosing decor that inspires and brings peace, you can create a living space that truly reflects your distinctive style and identity.
