oft pastels, bleached wood, faded linens, gauzy muslins, found objects and distressed paint finishes all define the vintage coastal look. This style is resourceful — nothing is discarded. Instead, new ways are found to use worn or mismatched items. An old piece of rope can be reused as a tieback, as a trim around a table or to hang a painting.
Most important, this look shouldn't feel contrived. There's beauty in imperfection, and the appeal of timeworn objects is an enduring one. Vintage coastal style looks best when it evolves — the things that you find and collect over time will rarely look kitsch.
paneled ceiling...washed white furniture with natural wood drawer pulls.. neutral beige and white with touch of blue accents... Use beige/tan slipcovers in durable textured fabric w/off white trim.. light flooring w/natural tones.
beige walls (reminds me of sandy beach) look great with crisp white ... love the ceiling beams!!! sisal rug. light blue accents. and natural wood accents.
beige sofa with metal stud trim. could use this combo for slipcovers on sofa burlap beige with white or silver metac ribbon trim. Use mix of stripe pillows and light blue for back pillow or accent pillows.
Pendant lights. Low-hanging pendants help dining area feel cozy and also provide all-important task lighting. Select models that have a retro feel, with shades of seeded or frosted glass or brushed nickel. If you like, mix the pendants with vintage-inspired sconces and perhaps even a lamp or two to create a collected feel.
Slipcovers and cottage style were made for each other. What's more laid back than tossing a sheet over an old sofa and calling it a day? OK, so it's not quite that simple, but the right slipcover does lend a low-maintenance charm — and hides a multitude of upholstery sins.
Rope detail is a great way to add a coastal or nautical look. These curtain tiebacks would be a simple detail to add to breezy white curtains. Other ways to incorporate rope might be as pillow edging or arranged artfully in a hurricane vase. You could even use heavy rope (look in a boating store) in place of a stair railing.
This room is a perfect example of coastal transitional. It has the blue and white striped rug, a pelican painting, shells on a contained trayscape. Note the sophisticated fabric selections on the pillows and custom upholstered ottoman.