Trend alert: Laidback luxe

Coastal design is a mainstay in many Aussie homes. From Bondi to Coolangatta, you’ll find interiors infused with neutral tones and natural designs that are both timeless and chic — but this season, there’s a new take on the contemporary coastal style: laidback luxe. 

Classic yet modern; neutral yet striking; luxurious yet accessible. These are the hallmarks of the laidback luxe trend, which is popping up in homes across the country. So how do you achieve this look in your home? Discover our top tips below.

Incorporate timeless silhouettes

The classics are the classics for a reason: they always work. Rather than trying to reinvent the home, the laidback luxe aesthetic celebrates enduring elegance with geometric frames and sleek lines.

Natural oak tones reign supreme, but to level up your Laidback Luxe look by adding in black accents, try to incorporate these into your design considerations whenever possible. The idea is to keep everything clean and composed to achieve maximum refinement (and maximum style).

FROM COAST TO COAST: The Bronte Dining Table is unmatched when it comes to enduring beauty and coastal charm. Constructed from sustainably sourced solid American oak, this study table is any interior decorator’s dream. Opt for the natural finish, or elevate your space with a marble tabletop.

Work with a mono-earth palette

We all love a good monochrome palette, but we’ll also be the first to admit that this look can often cross the line between contemporary and cold. Luckily, the laidback luxe trend sidesteps this problem entirely with its mono-earth palette.

Rather than making life black and white, the mono-earth palette celebrates the shades in between. Pair slate and navy hues with beige and cream to achieve earthy sophistication with a coastal filter, then incorporate timber into the mix to add an extra layer of natural charm. Finally, top it all off with pops of peach and accents of greenery for a gorgeous yet refined space.

ALICE IN WONDERLAND: The Alice Lounge in Natural is deceptively simple in its design. With subtle curves in the arms of the chair and the corners, this sofa boasts a soft geometric silhouette that is sure to stun for years to come.

Lean into leather

Leather is always a great idea, so it’s no surprise it’s featured in the laidback luxe home. Leather elevates the coastal look, adding an air of elegance and warmth that can only be achieved by one of the world’s most loved textures.

On top of exuding sophistication, leather sofas only get better with age. When properly cared for, a leather sofa should stay with your family for well over a decade, becoming more soft and supple as the years go by. Plus, leather gradually patinas over time, which means your sofa will truly be unique to your home.

BAXTER INN: The Baxter Leather 3 Seat Sofa offers unmatched comfort at all times of the day with its luxe top-grain leather and mix of foam and feather-filled seat cushions. Best of all, its discerning design and rich brown hue complement the mono-earth colour palette like a charm.

Throw a curveball in the mix

Curves exploded on the interior design scene in recent years and their natural form has made them a favourite in modern interiors, thanks to their ability to radiate effortless style and soften up a room.

Incorporate these undulating lines throughout your space to draw interest and tie the room together. Don’t be afraid to get creative either: curves don’t have to be round coffee tables (although we do adore them!). Think the contoured silhouette of the Cuba armchair or the sculpted tripod design of the Tokyo Coffee Table.

GET IN THE SWING: The Autumn Swivel Leather Armchair adds an air of sophistication with its retro-inspired curves. Come for the gorgeous semi-aniline leather, stay for the supportive armchair design and practical swivel.

Love the laidback luxe look? Shop the collection below.