Bright, cheerful, and bursting with freshness, citrus fruits like lemons, limes, oranges, and grapefruits are an easy way to add a splash of summer to your space. Just a few pops of citrus here and there, and suddenly your home is a sunny getaway…a little slice of Capri!

Here are some fun and easy decor ideas to refresh every room with zesty citrus.

Kitchen & Dining Areas

As fruit is traditionally in the kitchen, this is a natural place to start your citrus-themed decorating. Try adding these to your dining areas:

Fruit Bowl: A simple wooden, ceramic, or glass bowl of lemons, limes, or oranges makes a striking and fragrant focal point on the kitchen or dining room table. If you want some inspiration, check out these creative ways to style your fruit bowl.
Citrus-Themed Linens: Swap in lemon-printed dish towels, orange-themed napkins, or a citrus-patterned table runner for an instant seasonal upgrade in your kitchen.
Dinnerware: Look for plates, mugs, or glassware featuring citrus motifs or in bright yellows, oranges, and greens to liven up your table. We love layering these bright colors with rattan placemats and baskets in the summertime. They are perfect for both indoor and outdoor dining.

Living Room

Using fruit in your decor needn’t stop in the kitchen! Try these ideas:

Citrus-Hued Throw Pillows: Look for fun citrus-themed prints or solid-colored pillows in lemon yellow, tangerine orange, or lime green. When you add these to your existing furniture, you’ll be amazed at how much brighter your space suddenly feels.

Lemon Slice Glass Vase: Line up lemon or lime slices around a double layer clear glass vase and add coordinating flowers to create a bright, colorful arrangement. Watch this video to learn how!

Citrus Scented Candles: There’s nothing better in the summer than a light, refreshing citrus scent filling your home. Some of our favorite citrus candles are:

Bedroom & Bathroom

Don’t forget your bedrooms and bathrooms. Bringing a pop of citrus to these personal spaces will revitalize the senses, whether you’re reading in the bed in the morning or relaxing in the bath.

Citrus-Colored Bedding & Towels: Add towels, bath mats, or bedding in citrus tones like yellow, warm gold, ochre, lime green, or coral orange.

Hair Products & Soap: Refreshing citrus scents will provide an uplifting burst every time you shower.

Paint: For a more lasting update, paint an accent wall in soft citrus hue. Take a look at this article for some beautiful options.

Citrus for a Dopamine Boost at Home

There’s something undeniably joyful about decorating with citrus. From the fresh colors to the bright scents, citrus is naturally mood-boosting. Part of what we love as a design team is creating spaces that make you happy, and it’s often the small touches like maximizing light and adding pops of color that really make all the difference. So go ahead and embrace the zest of citrus in your home this summer!