More Is More: The Eclectic Decor Trend You’ll Love (See Our Favorite Finds)

Tired of all-white rooms and playing it safe? You’re not alone! The biggest trend in home decor right now is all about color, personality, and mixing it up in ways that feel both stylish and uniquely you.

July 15, 2025

Meet “Eclectic Maximalism”

This trend isn't really about cramming stuff into your space—it's more like layering the things you actually love. Mixing that vintage chair from a garage sale with something sleek from West Elm. Finally letting your grandmother's ceramic owl collection have its moment instead of hiding it in a closet.

What I find interesting is how it throws all those design "rules" out the window. Your grandmother's ornate mirror can totally hang above a modern console table. That bright textile you impulse-bought on vacation? Perfect throw pillow material.

The appeal is that it works for pretty much anyone. Renting a studio? Great. Decorating your first house? Also great. Just want an excuse to display all those books you've been hoarding? This might be your style.

The whole "more is more" philosophy feels refreshing, perhaps because we've been told minimalism was the only sophisticated option. There's something to be said for spaces that feel lived-in and personal. As long as there's some intention behind it all—which is probably the tricky part.

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Permission to Mix Things Up

The thing about eclectic maximalism is that it sounds complicated, but it's really not.

I mean, most of us are already living with a mix of stuff anyway. That lamp from your college apartment, the rug you splurged on last year, random art prints you've collected over time. The difference is just... owning it instead of apologizing for it.

What I find funny is how this trend basically gives you permission to do what feels natural. Stop hiding the books that don't fit in your bookshelf. Let that vintage mirror hang wherever it looks good, even if it doesn't "go" with your dresser.

There's something freeing about decorating without a master plan for once. Like, what if your space just evolved organically instead of looking like it was designed by committee?

Here's what I'm thinking...

5 Ways to Make Eclectic Maximalism Work for You: (click for inspo & our favorite finds!) 

1. Mix Old With New

This is probably the easiest place to start. That vintage nightstand you've been eyeing at the thrift store? Perfect next to your modern bed frame. Or maybe it's your grandmother's china cabinet filled with sleek, contemporary ceramics. The contrast is what makes it interesting—and honestly, it's way more affordable than buying everything new.

2. Tell Your Story

I think this is where maximalism really shines. Show off the stuff that actually means something to you. Those postcards from your trip to Morocco, your kid's weird but wonderful art project, that vintage camera you never use but love looking at. It beats generic wall art every time, even if it's not perfectly curated.

3. Layer Colors & Patterns

Pick maybe 2-4 colors you genuinely love—not what Pinterest says you should love—and let them show up throughout your space. Patterned rugs, mismatched pillows, random art pieces. The trick is repetition, I think. And don't stress too much about "rules" for mixing prints. Sometimes the weird combinations work best.

4. Make One Thing Pop

Every maximalist room needs an anchor—something that makes people stop and notice. Could be a ridiculously bold armchair, wallpaper that makes no sense but somehow works, or a lamp that's basically sculpture. This gives your eye somewhere to land instead of just... chaos.

5. DIY & Upcycle

This is where you can get creative without spending a fortune. Paint that boring dresser bright yellow. Reupholster a chair in fabric that makes you happy. Even swapping out hardware can completely change a piece. Plus, there's something satisfying about giving old stuff new life—very maximalist philosophy, actually.

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THE CLASSICS COLLECTION

3 ECLECTIC MAXIMALIST GIFT IDEAS

1. TRINKET DISH
“Because every maximalist needs a beautiful place for their beautiful chaos."
Hunt down a vintage brass or ceramic dish—something with character and maybe a little tarnish. Perfect for holding rings, coins, or those random pretty things we all collect.
Pro tip: Look for pieces with interesting patterns or unusual shapes that tell a story. 

2. LAYERED THROW PILLOW SET
"More patterns, more personality, more comfort."
Mix 2-3 pillows in completely different patterns—maybe florals with geometric prints, or stripes with paisleys. The key is finding a common color thread that ties them together, even if the patterns shouldn't technically work. It's maximalism in a neat little package.

3. CURATED VINTAGE BOOKS
“Stories that look as good as they read.”
Find old books with gorgeous covers—think worn leather bindings, faded gold lettering, or those amazing vintage dust jackets. Stack them on coffee tables or nightstands for instant character. (Bonus: Tuck a handwritten note about why you picked each title for an extra personal touch)

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A Final Note

READY TO TRY THE TREND?

Reply and show us your favorite “more is more” corner at home—or let us know what piece you’re dying to use in a new way! Post and tag @ForTheLoveOfLiving1 with #STYLEYOURSPACE on Instagram. Your room might be featured in our next issue!

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Your home should tell the story of who you are -- and be a collection of what you love 🏠💙

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