The antidote to ‘millennial grey’ interiors is surprisingly cheap
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If you built your personality around millennial grey half a decade ago, we won’t judge – but it is time to move on. Reversing your sad-beige interiors doesn’t require a full renovation: just a few fun, inexpensive pieces of furniture and accessories to bring your home back to life and make you happy.
Shop our bright and affordable picks:
NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.
Anko Round Marble Look Side Table, $29
Adairs Athena Pink Marble Fluted Side Table, $269.99
Stylish side tables Supplied
An eye-catching side table is a simple and effective way to boost the colour in your space, and when you can score one for $29 we’d consider that a smart investment.
Fitzroy Bolster by Freedom, was $49.95, now $34.96
Freedom bolsters Freedom
Bolsters are a fun take on cushions that will add interest to your lounge or armchair whether it’s indoors or outdoors.
Cocktail Flamingo Canvas By Shaynna Blaze x Urban Road, was $769, now $583
Freedom Print Freedom
‘Woman In Black Dress’ Framed Print by Profile, was $149, now $109
Freedom Print Freedom
A simple way to start is by adding colour to your stark white walls through vibrant art. Both artworks make for a great colour palette for the rest of your home.
Glasgow Cabinet by Campiello Designs, was $1799, now $1259
Freedom cabinet Freedom
Before you run off to buy the whitest flat-pack you can find, why not consider a light blue sideboard to give your space some personality. This cabinet also comes in Sage Green if blue isn’t your vibe.
L3 Home Nico Bench Seat (140cm), was $639, now $408
Myer seater Freedom
Built with a solid wood frame and featuring a plump cushioned foam padding seat, this bench seat is great as an end of bed seat or extra seating in your living area.
Newgate Mini Metro Mantel Clock, $109.95
Orange clock The Iconic
Is there anything cuter than a pop of colour each time you clock the time?
Dennis Did it Hoist Lamp Faded Denim, $279
Dennis Did It lamp The Iconic
Better than the harsh downlights, a cute Dennis Did It lamp in Faded Denim will deliver the right amount of mood lighting at night and colour in the day.
Adairs Nina Rosewood & Umber Bedhead, starting from $719.99
Adairs bed head Adairs
A little on the pricier side, a bold bedhead can transform a boring bed and add just the right amount of colour to your white/cream/beige room.
Adairs Bonnie Aurora Velvet Swivel Chair, $314.99
Adairs chair Adairs
Watch as this swivel chair becomes the most popular seat in the house. It’s upholstered in a soft, high-performance fabric that’s scratch resistant and pet friendly.
Carmona Olive and Blue Wave Washable Rug, $249
Maud Purple and Blue Wiggle Bordered Washable Rug, $349
Miss Amara rugs Miss Amara
Just like art work can dramatically add vibrancy to your space a rug can do the same. This is an affordable solution for renters and anyone who can’t stand the colour of their floors but also can’t afford a major overhaul. Miss Amara is the perfect place to shop if you’re after washable rugs in every colour and texture to choose from.
Kira 1 Drawer Bedside Table, $99.95
Temple and Webster side table Temple and Webster
Modern Collective Inigo Side Table, $227
Temple and Webster cube Temple and Webster
Brighten up your bedroom with a unique side table that will do its job but also bring the attention.
