If you’ve ever felt confused or overwhelmed trying to define your home decor style, you're not alone. Between Pinterest boards, design magazines, and trending aesthetics, it's easy to get lost in a sea of options.
Psst! The answer is already hanging in your closet
That’s right—your favorite clothes hold all the clues you need to understand your interior style. And unlike those long online quizzes, this method is quick, personal, and surprisingly accurate.
Start with What You Actually Wear
Forget the outfits stuffed in the back of your closet. Focus instead on the clothes you reach for again and again—the ones you feel great in. Maybe they’re currently in the laundry hamper or waiting at the dry cleaners. That’s where your comfort zone lives.
Now look closer:
✅ Color Palette
Are you drawn to soft neutrals, vibrant colors, or muted pastels? The colors that flatter you and make you feel good are likely the same tones that will make your home feel like you.
✅ Patterns
Do you gravitate toward abstract prints, bold geometrics, or delicate florals? These preferences can point you toward interior styles that match your visual taste.
✅ Texture & Feel
How do your clothes feel? Cozy knits, crisp cottons, flowing silks—these textures influence not just comfort but mood. Think about bringing similar materials into your home, from rugs to curtains to bedding.
Translate Your Fashion Sense to a Decor Style
Here’s a fun cheat sheet to connect your wardrobe vibes with home decor aesthetics:
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Tailored blazers, fedoras, or structured silhouettes?
Look into Urban, Industrial, or Modern styles. -
Simple lines, earthy fabrics, geometric shapes, and a neutral palette?
You might love Hygge, Bauhaus, Zen, or African-inspired interiors. -
Vintage dresses and thrift store finds?
Try Art Deco, Romantic, Retro, or Bohemian decor. -
Lots of linen, nautical stripes, and sandals?
Your style could lean Coastal, Beach House, Mediterranean, or Shabby Chic. -
Minimal, bold, and fashion-forward?
Consider Minimalist, Art Moderne, or Parisian design styles.
For a synopsis of these styles with photos, check out Interior Design Styles from A to Z by Bill Ferris
There’s Room for More Than One Style
Just like your wardrobe, your home doesn’t have to stick to one strict label. Maybe you mix vintage pieces with sleek modern finds—or love a splash of color in a neutral space. That’s the beauty of personal style. It evolves with you.
So, forget second-guessing—your closet already knows exactly how your home should look. Trust it.
