Okay sooo… like everyone is into aesthetic home decor these days right?? You open insta or Pinterest and boom someone’s showing their clean white room with vines hanging and soft lights and a cute cat sitting on the bed (even the cat is aesthetic wth).
So ya, if ur wondering how ppl make their house/room look that good, don’t worry – you can also do it. And no, u don’t need big money or 5-bedroom bunglow or anything. Just a lil creativity, some cheap cute stuff and your vibe. That’s it.
So What Is Aesthetic Even Mean??
Tbh aesthetic just means “look good” but not in a flashy way. Like simple, pleasing, organised but also has a vibe. Not messy like normal indian drawing rooms with 20 sofas and plastic flowers from 2004. No offence to mummy.
Aesthetic can be:
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cozy and soft
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clean and minimal
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artsy and colorful
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vintage and old school
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boho with lot of plants and chill vibe
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even dark or moody (for ppl who like that look)
Point is, it’s your version of beautiful. Not copy paste from Pinterest (ok maybe a lil copying is fine).
Why People Obsessed With Aesthetic Decor?
Tbh lot of reason:
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Looks good on camera ngl
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Feels good to sit in a space that’s clean & calming
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Gives motivation to keep room clean
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You start enjoying ur home more
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It’s kind of like therapy also lol
Simple Tips To Make Ur Home Look Aesthetic
Okay here comes the good stuff. These are not expensive ideas okay, just basic things anyone can do.
1. Use fairy lights. Like everywhere
Fairy lights are LIFE. Put them behind bed, near mirror, over curtains, on ur table, wherever. Just plug it in and boom, ✨ mood set ✨
2. Bedsheets & pillow game matters
Change those loud prints pls. Go for whites, beige, pastel shades, or tiny prints. Matching pillow covers also. Trust me, it changes the whole room.
3. Plants are ur bestfriend
Real or fake, doesn’t matter. Just add some green. Small one for table, medium for floor, hanging one from ceiling (if u can). Adds LIFE.
4. Wall art or photo collage
Print random cute pics, quotes, aesthetic stuff, ur own selfies even and stick them with tape. Can be messy or organised – both works.
5. Mirrors = bigger space
Mirror in the right place can make ur small room look double size. Also helps light bounce. Go for round mirror if u want that aesthetic look.
Types of Aesthetics (Pick one or mix match)
There’s soooo many types, don’t stress. Here’s some of them:
✨ Minimalist
Clean, less things, white & grey tones. Looks fancy but need to be tidy all the time.
Boho Vibes
Lot of plants, earthy tones, jute rugs, macrame wall stuff. Very cozy.
Soft Girl
Pastel pinks, soft textures, fairycore feels. Very dreamy.
Cottagecore
Wood, floral patterns, vintage teacups, cozy blankets.
Dark Academia
Books, old furniture, candles, deep colours. For mysterious ppl lol.
Where to Buy Stuff (Cheap & Good)
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Amazon (duh, everything is there)
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IKEA (bit costly but aesthetic maxxx)
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Local markets (hidden gems trust me)
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Miniso or Daiso (cute small decor items)
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Your mom’s house – lot of old cool stuff lying around
Mistakes Most People Do
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Buying everything they see online (no plan = mess)
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Too many colours, nothing matches
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Cluttering space with random junk
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Forgetting to clean after decorating
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Trying to copy someone’s whole room = not personal at all
Just remember: make it feel like you, not a showroom.
Cheap DIY Ideas (If ur broke like me lol)
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Paint old jars and use as vases
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Use string + clips to hang polaroid style pics
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Old dupatta as curtain? Works.
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Candle in a glass = looks fancy
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Paint ur own wall art (even if it’s bad, it’s urs)
Aesthetic Kitchen or Bathroom??
Why not. Put a lil plant, get matching jars for masala, clean countertop. In bathroom, get one cute soap holder, clean mirror, boom done.
Daily Habits That Keep Ur Home Aesthetic
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Make ur bed every morning (even if u don’t wanna)
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Light a candle in evening (feels nice)
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Keep surfaces clean (no wrappers, chargers, socks lol)
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Don’t hoard junk “just in case”
Last Thing – Don’t Try To Be Perfect
Listen, aesthetic home doesn’t mean perfect magazine house. Some ppl have messy tables, books on floor, wires showing – and it’s still aesthetic coz it’s them. Real life is messy sometimes. Don’t stress over it.
Even if ur room is small, rented, shared with cousin or siblings — u can still add little things to make it feel like YOUR space.
Final Final Thoughts
Aesthetic home decor is not about copying internet rooms. It’s about creating a vibe that feels nice when u walk in. A space that makes u smile even after long day.
Start small — fairy lights, one plant, a new bedsheet. Slowly u’ll see the vibe changing.
And ya, don’t forget to light a candle, play some chill music, sit back and enjoy ur cozy lil world