Looking for preppy decor ideas that go beyond a striped pillow? Think blue-and-white jars, pink gingham curtains and a little gold around your favorite artwork.
These rooms mix classic details with plenty of color, from a navy-striped porch to a desk with a turquoise giraffe beside it.
You can keep things simple or go all out with patterns. Start with a corner, a shelf or even your dinner table.
There’s plenty here to try without changing your entire room.
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navy stripes and sailing art
We’re starting off strong with this gorgeous blue-and-white sofa. I love the wide stripes with those detailed scenic pillows.
The large sailing picture above it makes the whole corner feel nautical.
Try a blue-and-white patterned lamp beside your sofa if you want to carry the colors a little further.
pink walls and checked bedding
How cute is this bedroom? The small dark checks sit beside floral pillows and a yellow cushion, with a pink throw across the foot of the bed.
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If you want to try this mix, start with checked bedding and add a floral pillow. You don’t need every pattern to match.
blue jars and a gold mirror
This entryway may just be one of my favorites here. I love all the different blue-and-white jars beneath that tall gold-colored mirror.
The white flowers in the middle are so pretty.
Group your taller jars toward the back and smaller ones in front to follow this arrangement.
blue stripes and flower placemats
Who else loves those flower-shaped placemats? They look so sweet on the white table, especially beside the little blue-and-white vases filled with red flowers.
The striped seats and blue patterned curtains give you plenty of ideas to borrow. I’d start with the placemats and a few small flower arrangements.
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green walls and scalloped edges
I am obsessed with this green bathroom. The scalloped trim above the tub is just too cute, plus the rug has its own wavy border.
If you aren’t changing your walls, try a scalloped bath mat for a smaller take on the look.
turquoise chair and a green lamp
Is that a tall turquoise giraffe beside the desk? Such a fun detail!
The matching blue chair and bright green lampshade make this workspace anything but plain.
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Fill a pinboard with your own photos and little prints to try the same personal look. The white desk leaves plenty of room for color.
a striped reading corner
If you are looking for a little corner to decorate, this one is for you. A navy-striped armchair sits against pale plaid walls with a harbor picture overhead.
I especially love the red-striped ruffled pillow. Try mixing it with a smaller green cushion instead of keeping every accessory blue.
gold frames and coastal prints
This inspiration collage has so many pretty little details. There are sailboats, flowers, a shell print and even a tiny teddy bear picture in an ornate frame.
For your own gallery wall, mix smaller gold-colored frames with a few larger coastal pictures. The frames don’t all have to be the same shape.
pink blue and green gingham
The gingham fans are going to love this! There are big blue checks on the wall, pink checks on the curtains and tiny green checks across the headboard.
I love the framed pink monogram above the bed. Add your own initials in a floral border if you want a similar personal detail.
little touches in a white kitchen
Don’t want to go all out with patterned walls? No problem!
This white kitchen brings in color through pink-striped towels, a turquoise pitcher and small accessories on the island.
Try grouping a few colorful pieces on a tray rather than spreading them across every counter.
blue glasses on a silver-tone cart
I love this drinks cart with its pale blue and deep blue glasses. The light blue lamp beside the white flowers is such a pretty addition.
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A framed landscape hangs above the cart, so the corner has more than drinkware to look at. Try a favorite picture above yours too.
navy stripes on the porch
Bring the blue-and-white look outside with striped pillows and a matching striped rug. The white seat cushions keep this porch simple while the black hanging lanterns add a darker detail.
The little basket of flowers on the center table is my favorite finishing touch.
scalloped edges and tiny daisies
How pretty is this place setting? The pale blue napkin and placemat have yellow-green scalloped borders, with little white daisies tucked around the clear napkin ring.
Try the same color pairing with white plates. There’s already plenty to love in those wavy edges.
animal print and a white sofa
If you are looking for a bolder centerpiece, then this animal-print ottoman is for you. It sits in front of a white sofa with patterned pillows and a bright green cushion.
I love the shells displayed on top. Use a tray to group your smaller decorations beside a couple of book stacks.
a blue patterned stair runner
Don’t want to fill your hallway with accessories? This blue-and-white stair runner gives you another way to bring in pattern.
I love the solid blue edging beside the brown steps and white spindles.
The ornate gold-colored mirror at the foot of the stairs is a lovely detail too.
a colorful mantel and gold mirror
This is one of my favorite little displays on the list. The oval gold-colored mirror sits between matching lamps, with tall pink candles and colorful decorations along the mantel.
Try leaning a framed print in front of your mirror instead of hanging every piece. Keep it off to one side like the picture here.
bright pink and floral curtains
I am obsessed with the bright pink throw across this bed. It looks so pretty with the floral curtains and coral accent pillow.
If you want a similar bedroom without changing all your bedding, keep a white bedspread and bring in pink through a throw and patterned pillows.
tennis racket photo displays
The tennis fans are going to love this one. Two rackets hang in opposite directions with photos and notes clipped to their strings.
This is such a cute way to make a small wall more personal. Try it with your own snapshots instead of a regular photo frame.
colorful books and pink tulips
How adorable is this bookshelf? The pink tulips, tiny disco ball and hand-shaped heart decoration fit right in among all those colorful book spines.
Mix upright books with a few horizontal stacks if you want to try this arrangement. Leave a little spot for your favorite small decoration too.
colorful dots and striped mugs
Last but definitely not least, we have this playful dining nook. I love the green window trim with the dotted wallpaper!
The yellow-striped cushions add another cheerful color.
The table is just as fun, with red-and-pink striped mugs and green-striped napkins over a pink runner. Try that mug-and-napkin combination if you want a smaller piece of the look.
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