Something that we lack far too often in life is fun. And I don’t mean going out of our way to do typically considered ‘fun things’ like going to the movies or out for drinks (though I do think many Americans need more social fun). Fun can begin at home in the atmosphere you create. Why not live among a fun atmosphere? Why stick to the mainstream rules of what home decor usually constitutes? If you have a love of, say, carnivals, why not dress your windows and doorways with a circus tent valance? Your home is your palate. Quirky home decor is fun, interesting and a fresh alternative to cookie cutter styles. If you have eccentric taste, flaunt it and embrace eccentric decor.
Eccentric Decor Ideas: the Colourful, the Shimmery, and the Big
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Create Dimension and Sparkle Above
People use tinsel to decorate for parties and holidays, mainly Christmas. But tinsel comes in all kinds of colours and doesn’t have to be relegated only to special events. Why not celebrate every day? Why not string garlands across your ceiling from wall to wall, just for fun? There usually isn’t much going on up there so adding colour and shape draws the eye to an inspiring view.
If you’re into blue, try stringing a 25-foot blue tinsel garland across your ceiling. Or if pink is your style, hang a 25-foot pink tinsel garland. And don’t worry; there are many other colours available as well!
Tinsel fringe garland is even snazzier for adding shape and movement to the space above your head. String a 6-foot blue fringe tinsel garland or a 6-foot pink fringe tinsel garland across a corner or above a doorway for a glamorous touch. You can find similar fringe tinsel garlands in other colours as well.
So long as you put proper ceiling hooks in place, you can hang a beautiful 6.6′ x 9.8′ net of white LED fairy lights from your ceiling to create a magical glow. The twinkling lights above are cosy and enchanting, casting a hygge feel.
Make an Eccentric Decor Statement with a Tapestry
Fun wall tapestries are an easy and affordable way to cover a huge piece of space on your wall with a beautiful design. Their light fabric material makes them easy to switch out, too.
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This light pink, white, and gold geometric block marble tapestry is an attractive backdrop. Clean and minimalist, it could either be a focal point itself or it could easily complement a space showcasing other materials in pink, white or gold. It’s perfect if you like a modern look and gravitate toward stone materials like cut gems or marble.
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For a more unique piece of art, this beautifully minimalist abstract black line drawing of a woman’s portrait meshed with flowers on white tapestry is an elegant and delightfully simple choice. And being black and white, it will match any decor theme.
Probably the least eccentric (but no less captivating!) are the following floral and mandala tapestries.
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This lovely light pink and peach floral mandala tapestry is classically feminine and soothing. Its symmetrical design is full of intricate detail without being visually overwhelming due to its light, muted colours and plenty of white space. It would make a gorgeous addition to any theme involving pink or florals.
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Another mandala but in a different style, this rose pink mandala tapestry also comes in many other beautiful colours. Its design is a more traditional mandala with a very busy and intricate design. All colour options are attractive but rose pink is among one of the lighter ones.
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This tapestry with pink flowers and green leaves on a white background is an easy-going floral piece that could adapt to any modest design theme. Its traditional design is contrasted with its bold pink colour. If you are looking for something more subdued but with a pleasing pop of colour, this is a great tapestry to display.
Eccentric Decor Themes
Some of the most fun decorating ideas revolve around an interesting theme. While not all of these ideas may suit your design palate, they may at least give you some ideas for how to fill your space with the things you love. Find the things that make you happy, and make it work in your home. One of the most exciting things about themed decor is that it can transport you to another world. And you don’t have to theme your whole house – you can of course create a themed room. In fact, I would definitely start that way and see how you like it. You never know where you’ll end up when you start letting yourself play with things you find fun and beautiful!
Collect Venetian Masks for a Festive Flair
Venetian masks are a classically festive and artsy look. They represent celebration, mystery, and fun. Of course masks are for wearing – whether to a masquerade or costume party – but some of them are created solely for decoration. Whether your mask is an actual mask or solely eccentric decor, you can display it on a wall or on a stand. Cluster them in groups or space them apart in different places. The fun thing about Venetian masks is that you will find a delightfully diverse array of styles!
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These Venetian masks come in various colours and fun styles from Harlequin to feathered.
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This white masquerade mask is beautifully simple and subtle piece with curved white detailing. It can also come in other colours.
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Complement the white mask with a black masquerade mask in similar style.
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This black masquerade mask trimmed with gold is similar to the plain black one but adds a little more dramatic decadence.
Live Among the Clouds with Floating Hot Air Balloons
Hot air balloons have become popular nursery decor. I’m guessing that’s because anything that you would naturally suspend (as on a mobile) is appealing to babies and so becomes associated with nurseries. But hanging hot air balloons from the ceiling anywhere in your house is a fun and whimsical way to decorate. Anything that is naturally light, free and airy lends a sort of dreamy, light-hearted feel to your space. Hot air balloons are traditionally very colourful and are associated with fun (as opposed to airplanes which are primarily used for transportation and also for warfare). A hot air balloon theme is the perfect eccentric decor to create a playful and optimistic spirit in your home.
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For easy customization to match any colour scheme, these happy hot air balloons are 3D-printed in whichever size and colour you specify.
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Fabric hot air balloons are especially soft and friendly. Do you love bright, cheerful colours? For a fun confetti look, don’t pass up this colourful polka dot fabric hot air balloon that comes in multiple sizes. Its sprinkles-like dots will make you want to throw a birthday party every day!
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This minty-aspen green and white striped fabric hot air balloon (available in multiple sizes) is a soft and calming shade. It would look lovely with a neutral theme or as a complement to most muted colours.
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If you favor nautical colours, this handsome navy and white striped fabric hot air balloon is also available in multiple sizes from a different seller. Its subtle details, such as a strand of mini white pompoms circling the base of the balloon, add the perfect touch.
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These paper hot air balloons available in multiple sizes and pastel colours are delicate and adorably embellished with little bows and banners. I want one in every colour to match my pastel walls.
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A more traditional model, this 5-inch pink or green and yellow striped hot air balloon with netting is a handsome and delightfully accurate miniature.
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Remember Chinese finger traps? That’s what these 4.5-inch chequered paper hot air balloons in personalised colour options remind me of – except in the shape of a balloon, of course! They’re light, colourful and festive.
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For an accurate model with a traditional design, you’ll love this cheerful rainbow striped hot air balloon with netting. It comes in multiple sizes and is crafted with an impressively high level of detail.
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If you like the balloon listed above but lean toward a softer pastel palate, check out the equally stunning pastel rainbow striped hot air balloon with netting (also available in multiple sizes, from the same vendor). Its colours remind me of these soft, sugary two-toned lollipops I used to get from a park as a child.
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In addition to hanging hot air balloons from the ceiling as a part of your eccentric decor theme, you can take it even further and hang a hot air balloon light fixture! This handsome neutral-coloured hanging hot air balloon lamp features an attractive rope design that embellishes the balloon body. You’ll also find a miniature ladder scaling the side of the basket. It requires a maximum 22-watt LED bulb to fit an E27 socket at the end of its 5.9-foot cord. Standard American light bulbs fit E26 sockets so if you live in the USA, be sure to purchase an LED light bulb that fits an E27 socket.
Embrace Whimsy and Fashion with Unlikely Props
Lingerie is a creative and beautiful way to decorate our bodies. However, with some party-themed exceptions, it isn’t something that gets seen very often. And what a shame, because it’s so attractive (and usually isn’t cheap)! What if we celebrated lovely lingerie by showcasing it as eccentric decor? Hang it on the walls as you would display any other piece of art. Fashion is, after all, art. We wear our fashionable clothes all the time, but lingerie is usually relegated to our dresser drawers except for more intimate occasions. It shouldn’t be. If you own any beautiful lingerie, let it grace your home!
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This lovely sheer black and floral mesh lingerie set is subtle, feminine and classy. As an alternative to one of the two bra and panties sets, you could opt for the breezy nightgown instead. All are light and graceful, and easily hung anywhere.
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This very sexy sheer black lace corset bra has a delicately detailed cut and a fun polka dot mesh base below the breast line. It’s an attractive fit and sensual look – whether on you or the wall!
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Another lacy duo, this black and beige bra and bikini lingerie set (beige version shown in photo for reference) has a detailed lacy cut and is delightfully feminine.
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This vintage-style embroidered mesh 5-piece lingerie set in rose pink is a gorgeously feminine and unique ensemble. It would especially complement a space with any pinks or florals.
If eccentric decor was something you wore, its designer in house would be Elsa Schiaparelli. The Schiaparelli label has become one of my favourites because its designs are incredibly bold, creative and (more recently) body-centric. Here we’ll peek at some original Schiaparelli hats as well as a couple Schiaparelli-like pieces.
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This 1960s cheery vintage Schiaparelli brown and orange striped straw hat is an attractive hat to wear anywhere. It can fit both casual and formal occasions. And there’s something so perfect about the orange and brown combination. Brown is very earthy and modest, while orange is fiery and fun – the complementary duo. It will also pop if you display it on its own as part of your eccentric decor, whether hanging on your wall or on a hat stand!
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Speaking of orange and brown, how cool is this vintage Schiaparelli brown fur felt hat with an orange leather band! A gold monogram hat pin is affixed to a triangular piece of the felt body that dips over part of the hat band. It’s perfectly mod, stylish and sexy.
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On the more feminine side is this vintage Schiaparelli floral hat. It’s a graceful piece of art with springtime floral appeal. It would look beautiful for church or a garden party. Do you have any weddings coming up? This hat would perfectly adorn the mother of the bride or groom.
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Attention, lovers of Victorian-inspired vintage gems: get your hands on this vintage Victorian-style leather and metal clasped hands belt. There are a few others out there, but vintage ones are tricky to find. I can’t say I’ve ever seen anyone wear one in my lifetime. If you love it, make it your heirloom signature statement belt. And, of course, it would make the most unique eccentric decor. Affix it across the top of a doorway or on your wall, and drape an interesting scarf to hang down over the belt.
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For a gorgeous and fashionable piece of art to adorn your wall, display this 18.5-inch framed fashion illustration print of a 1940s Schiaparelli gown. The artist/seller created this digital print from a photograph of a model wearing a Schiaparelli gown. This reproduction in cool colours and abstract geometric filter is a beautiful and fabulously feminine piece of art. Instead of being the millionth person to hang a mass-produced print of Marilyn Monroe, stand out with this Schiaparelli fashion print instead.
There is No One-Size-Fits-All for Eccentric Decor
Explore some of the fun finds above. If none of them suit your style, let this list at least get you curious about what you do embrace as your own style. Start from the inside out, not the outside in. Instead of looking around at what you see in stores, look directly at yourself. The category for this post is The Fun and the Sexy rather than Making the Home. It could easily fit into either category. But the reason it is categorized as The Fun and the Sexy is because eccentric decor is fun (and sometimes sexy, too). Eccentric decor is certainly making the home – making it more interesting, that is – but it is also identifying and celebrating you in your space. Let your creative side shine in your space and don’t be afraid to go bold. The world needs more of that!