How To Embrace Your Evolving Style To Authentically Inspire Your Home Decor in 2025
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but your style will evolve. Actually, scratch that—it’s not bad news at all! Change is a sign of growth, and who wants to stay stagnant anyway?
I’ve seen it time and time again with clients who dream of buying the “perfect” timeless furniture they’ll keep forever. But life, style, and function shift over time. Kids grow up, your routines change, and that dream sofa might not make sense a decade later. And you know what? That’s normal.
When I first moved into our home, I was a 20-year-old college student who hadn’t even chosen her major. My style was all about chevron prints and navy blue with coral accents. Hello, coral-and-gray wedding scheme. From there, life—and working in the design industry—exposed me to so much more, sparking an evolution that’s taught me countless lessons. Today, my style feels authentic and functional, but it’s been a journey.
Where I Started: No Control Over My Space
Here’s hoping this resonates with someone: I’ve never lived alone. I went straight from my childhood home to my now-husband’s childhood home. For over a decade, we rented his family’s house, surrounded by 30-year-old carpet, plaster walls, and rooms filled with his family’s belongings.
It wasn’t my home, and I felt like I had no control over the space. Our layout wasn’t ideal, and while the rent was affordable, our budget didn’t allow for updates. So I channeled my creativity into school projects instead. Bold walls, feminine patterns, and lots of wallpaper became my dream aesthetic. Honestly, I still love those things—though now I’m a bit pickier (no wallpaper accent walls, please).
The Boho Farmhouse Era
Like many others, I went through the farmhouse and boho phase. Our house is a farmhouse, so the style seemed to fit. I had a little more disposable income to upgrade furniture, and the distressed finishes and whimsical accents spoke to my inner child.
But after a few years, I realized I’d fallen for a trend that wasn’t truly me. Farmhouse didn’t align with my personal style, and even with a design degree, I couldn’t quite put my finger on what did. It’s a reminder that even professionals aren’t immune to trends—and that’s okay, too.
I even have clients who have farmhouse accents in their home, but felt like all of their furniture & decor they had accumulated over the years didn’t match and just felt like a hodge-podge that they forced into this aesthetic. And, they weren’t wrong.
Even if you live in a farmhouse or midcentury modern home or WHATEVER and it doesn’t feel aligned to you and your current aesthetic, that is okay. I’m here to help marry your true authentic style with the home you are in. We are here to love and honor our homes and make them work for us, not us to transform into them.
A client I wrapped up this past year totally had the hodge-podge look, she never was against her farmhouse accents, they had just remodeled their kitchen and living area and added this cute shiplap accent to their more modern fireplace & gorgeous island, but wanted to modernize the space and make it more comfortable in the process. We were able to honor the farmhouse accents in their space by finding furniture that had similar wood panel details, while modernizing the rest of the room with iron accents, a comfortable transitional sofa, and sleek leather swivel chairs.
I truly believe we can marry any styles together that we like, while still honoring the home to not feel like Frank Lloyd Wright stepped foot into a Farmhouse renovation.
Where I Am Now: A Style That Grows With Me
As we renovate our forever home, I’ve reflected on all the iterations and trends I’ve embraced over the years. Each phase taught me something new about how I want to live.
Today, my style is rooted in growth and authenticity. I’m drawn to deep, bold paint colors, floral textiles, and intentional touches of wallpaper. More importantly, I’ve learned not to pigeonhole myself—or my clients—into one rigid style. Homes should reflect where you are in life, with room to evolve as you do.
Trends will come and go, but your home should always feel like you. And if the next trend speaks to you? Find a way to incorporate it thoughtfully. After all, design isn’t about perfection; it’s about creating a space that grows alongside you.
Embracing Evolution in Your Home
Your home is a living, breathing reflection of your journey—changing as you grow, adapt, and discover new facets of yourself. It’s okay to love a trend one year and outgrow it the next. What’s important is that your space evolves with you, staying authentic to who you are and how you live.
Design isn’t about achieving a perfectly timeless look or nailing your style once and for all. It’s about creating a home that feels like you—a sanctuary that brings you comfort, joy, and inspiration at every stage of life.
So, give yourself the freedom to grow in your space. After all, a home isn’t just a place you live—it’s a canvas for your story, one layer at a time.
Are you looking to evolve into the next eara within your space but aren’t sure where to go from here? Fill out our Contact Form today to schedule a discovery call and see how we can bring your vision to life. I can’t wait to hear about your project and help make your home your favorite place to be!
