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With our groovy new Rufus collection, Eastern Accents is celebrating 70s chic and a burgeoning retro trend. Midcentury graphics, natural palettes, and boho details are making a big comeback in the worlds of fashion and interior design; here are some of our top tips for making this rich retro look work in 2024.
1. Embrace earthy color palettes
Earth tones dominated in this period, with a growing interest in the earth movement and organic influences. Warm avocado, amber, and brown hues help connect us with nature, especially when paired with natural materials, organic textures, and perfectly-imperfect details.
2. Showcase exposed woods
Wood paneling is back in a big way. But don’t panic—this 1970s staple has had a big 21st-century update. Contrasting wood surfaces offer a beautiful organic backdrop to any home; add sumptuous draperies, upholstery, and other home textile touches to soften hard exposed woods while showcasing the natural variety of wood grain.
3. Experiment with eclectic textures
Hippie aesthetics went mainstream in the 1970s, bringing chunky textiles like boucle, crocheted, and corduroy pieces into the fore. These are delectably cozy textures: they can feel worldly and far-flung yet homey and accessible at the same time. Pair a knit throw or a macrame wall hanging with more streamlined forms to keep this retro trend fresh and up-to-date.
4. Bohemian accents
Boho influences go a long way in creating a fun, thought-through retro aesthetic. Pair unique vintage finds with worldly pieces for a put-together yet relaxed, free-spirited look. Don’t be afraid to clash patterns and styles—the more variety the better.
5. Build a collection
Call them tchotchkes, collectibles, or objects d’art—small decorative items are a wonderful way to showcase your personality and your past. A kaleidoscopic display of bric-a-brac can create a fun 1970s kitsch feel; while a sophisticated selection of family heirlooms build a traditional curio cabinet. We love a curated selection of high-and-low items, creating an eclectic retro trend.
6. Mix time periods
Retro-inspired home decor doesn’t have to be accurate to any one time period. In fact, the retro revival aesthetic is so much more fun and flexible when it spans eras, picking beautiful pieces according to your own taste. An old-fashioned window valance looks fresh and updated alongside a piece of contemporary art and 1970s touches.
Can’t get enough of this retro revival? Check out our new Rufus collection—awash in earth-toned corduroys, quilted suedes, and graphic motifs for a luxurious call-back to cool midcentury suiting.
