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Add a splash of ‘dopamine decor’ to your home this summer

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Dopamine decor pieces perfect for summer and beyond

For too long, the trends have been dominated by neutrals. White, off-white, beige and textured pieces have been at the center of minimalist decor trends like Japandi, hygge, coastal grandmother and other styles that have dominated our collective Pinterest boards in recent years. But now, the trends seem to be reversing. We're all rebelling against beige and embracing color again with dopamine decor, a design style that's all about bold hues and eye-popping patterns. Maximalism is back — and with a vengeance.

Dopamine decor is, as the name would suggest, a design aesthetic that's all about embracing colors, styles and decor pieces that make you the most happy. Mixing and matching is heavily encouraged. This style comes with a heaping serving of whimsy. The colors and patterns may not always go together — at least conventionally — but that's kind of the point. Dopamine decor is loud. It's a little in your face, and most of all, it's fun.

Shop this article: ban.do Vintage Inspired Strawberry Vase, Viv + Rae Armless Bean Bag Chair 3-Seat Togo, Phantoscope Pom Pom Velvet Series Decorative Throw Pillow, 20" x 20"

Ready to add some dopamine decor to your own space? These summery pieces are bright and fun. In other words, they're perfect for adding some bold color to any room of your home, whether it's your first dopamine decor piece or you're mixing and matching with a ton of vibrant hues already there.

Brighten up your home with these summer-inspired dopamine decor pieces

ban.do Vintage Inspired Strawberry Vase

This cute ceramic vase is designed to look like a strawberry, so flowers or plants placed inside protrude out of its green top.

Viv + Rae Armless Bean Bag Chair 3-Seat Togo

Bean bag chairs have come a long way since the '90s. This bean bag sofa can seat three people comfortably, and the bright mustard color makes it an eye-catching statement piece for any room.

Phantoscope Pom Pom Velvet Series Decorative Throw Pillow

Add a touch of softness and color to your couch or chair with these decorative pom pom pillows in trendy velvet.

Aoriher 4 Pcs Crystal Glass Candy Jar with Lid

Store candy, dry goods, makeup and more in this set of four colorful, jewel-toned glass jars with lids.

XEBKOR Sunset Lamp Projector

A sunset projector lamp is a unique way to set the mood in any room. This one uses color-changing LEDs that you can customize with an app to any color.

Red Barrel Studio Retro Flower Peel and Stick Wallpaper

This renter-friendly peel and stick wallpaper comes in a retro-inspired coral flower print, perfect for accent walls, bedrooms and more.

Vlush Wavy Full Length Mirror

This upholstered full-length mirror can be used in two ways: wall-mounted or free-standing on its included stand.

Opalhouse designed with Jungalow Ceramic Table Lamp with Elongated Shade Yellow 

This table lamp is an ideal size for small spaces, and its mustard yellow color and tufted shade design make it a cheerful accent piece for any room.

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