Sophisticated Colonial Isle Tropic Decorating

Right on Trend for home decor and fashion for 2016!  We are loving the sophisticated side of this coastal decorating style that we are seeing everywhere this year.  Think British Colonial style of wicker, seagrass textures, warm bamboo, blue and white ceramics and large green palms.... Add a healthy dose of gorgeous tropical seashells and you have created a classic, elegant stylish Colonial Island look!

 The shades of deep cobalt blues, large palm and floral botanicals with deep emerald greens, coral and seashell adding the final sculptural touch - we just can't get enough of this decorating style! Classic, and easy to create with just a little creativity!

Get the Look - Check out our new curated collection for ideas!
Colonial Isle Decorating

Here are a few coastal decorating samples to inspire you -

The Amistad Bermuda Blue Striped Rug

Large Blade Coral (faux, of course!) with the Caudina Blue Frosted Lamp

Don't forget the bamboo!

Tropical Round Lacquered Bamboo Mirror

Have a great weekend!

(p.s.  All images and sources can be found on our Pinterest Board - Coastal British Colonial Style!)

More Blue and White Nautical Decorating Ideas!

Check it out! Caron's Beach House had three blue and white Nautical decorating products featured this summer in 425 Magazine!   Great collection to inspire some maritime updating, and great advice to not go "overboard" when decorating with a nautical theme.  Love how they grouped together these fun home decor items with a nautical, seafaring feel, sticking to just a few color shades.  

You also can't go wrong with adding a little rope, and a whale or two!

Here's a closer look at the products from our store that 425 chose:

 The Blue Cascade Woven Basket - Designed to keep clutter at bay, the bulb-shaped basket is set apart by a wave of blue ombre-inspired color that will blend beautifully with existing decor, whether your space is by land or sea.

The Serin Chunky Knit Throw - Watch storms, or enjoy a great novel while wrapped up in our new super soft, ultra Serin Chunky Knit Throw, with a beautiful modern pattern of nautical navy blue chevron stripes.

Newport Bay Striped Rug in Navy - Classic, casual striped nautical home rug in navy and off white.  Super durable, woven of 100% cotton, and has two looks for the price of one! Wide stripes on one side and a smaller pattern of stripes on the reverse side.

Fun Magazine to read online or if you are a local "Washingtonian", full of places to see, things to do, Pacific Northwest recipes and so much more! We highly recommend checking it out - 425 Magazine

We were very excited to have the style editors pick a number of our products for their gorgeous lifestyle magazine out of Bellevue, Washington.   I do have to admit though,  I was more than a little homesick for my "Seattle" after getting our copy in the mail!

Instant Coastal - just add Blue and White!

Crisp Blue and White... the quickest travel escape to beach house style!  

Add Cobalt, Navy, Indigo; all of these shades of blue evoke memories of days spent in fresh summer salt air beside the sea. Mix with the bright white of white caps on a wind blown bay and billowing sails, and you've now created an instant elegant coastal escape!  

Bold Stripes!

Let the salt breeze in!

Timeless Style from Sarah Richardson...


A room is simply not complete without a pop of color from fresh flowers

Fresh!  Couldn't you just sit in this room for hours??

Magical! Especially when creating a room mixed with exotic treasures,wicker trunks, interesting comfy throw pillows and a touch of green.

Create an ever changing "functional" display with collected blue and white dinnerware.  I love my vintage Blue Willow mixed with my vintage Navy dinnerware, and yes, we do actually use all of the pieces! 

Love the versatility of a blue and white ginger jar stool, and you can't go wrong mixing in natural elements like this jute-wicker bed.  (so pretty!)

Boathouse Inspired!

 Nautical inspiration from designer Lynn Morgan - love the "chart" art!

One of my all-time favorite blue and white inspired living rooms! (not sure of the source)

Add an interesting lamp to for an extra touch of nautical

Like simplicity and uncluttered feel of this bookshelf showcased in Veranda. Knowing me though, there would be piles books to match the design, therefore not "uncluttered" for long!

Another gorgeous blue image from Designer Martin Home, featured in House Beautiful Magazine.  Too much, too little or just right?  I really like the complete infusion of blue exotic mix of textures and furnishings

Hope you enjoy the blue and white coastal inspiration!  You just can't go wrong with this simple color palette, and it's so easy to change up with small accents, pillows or art.  Start with a few anchored pieces; a great rug, a favorite sofa or even a fabulous lamp to begin the decorating journey. 

For our sources and even more inspiration - make sure to check out our Blue and White Pinterest Board.