Spring always puts me in a mood for change and progress. The air is beginning to feel warm, the sun is out just a little bit later, and as I emerge from winter hibernation, suddenly I hate everything in my house and need to fix it ASAP! Unfortunately, I’m not blessed with the kind of home decor budget that allows for seasonal redecoration, but that doesn’t mean I can’t make small changes to switch up the feel of my space. So, I’ve been looking everywhere for inspiration. I’m in the mood for something fresh!
Like any millennial, I turned to my favorite social media platform, Instagram, to search for design ideas. Going down that black hole resulted in some great new accounts to follow. Here are my newest Instagram design crushes, fresh for spring!
Tessa Neustadt
https://www.instagram.com/p/BfHpqcFj1K8/?taken-by=tessaneustadt
Tessa’s feed is full of neutral interior shots and lots of bright white. I love her use of negative space in vignettes like this- it feels more modern than a close-packed gallery wall. Plus, she’s inspiring me to mix wood tones for a naturally elegant feel. I’m especially loving this blonde bench. Her fashion is also on point, so you’re killing two birds with one stone if you throw her a follow.
Jenny Komenda
https://www.instagram.com/p/BeZBIzMlvEB/?hl=en&taken-by=jennykomenda
Jenny Komenda is an OG design blogger, but I’m just now following her Instagram so I don’t care. I really like her unusual color and pattern combinations, and the way she deftly mixes traditional pieces with more modern silhouettes. It appeals to the classic East Coast vibes I grew up in, but feels like a playful twist. Plus, she uses olive green a lot in her spaces, and that’s my favorite color.
Tiina Treasure
https://www.instagram.com/p/Be-qKyPg0Sd/?hl=en&taken-by=llaayyeerrss
Tiina is a Brooklynite whose Instagram account is full of artistically staged photos of her apartment. It feels attainable yet super stylish, and is a great primer on design for renters. I love her taste in art and the color scheme of the home– it’s full of dramatically painted walls. Plus, her collection of vintage rugs is to die for! She’s also really creative about incorporating functional storage into a small space, which is something everyone can use.
We Live Here Now
https://www.instagram.com/p/BeodcdRjttS/?hl=en&taken-by=weliveherenow_
Okay, sue me, this isn’t an interior design account. BUT it is both visually inspirational for those of us who love old homes (aka me), and creatively inspiring for those of us who love to write (also me). Each post is a photo of a home accompanied by a micro-story in the caption. Some are happy, some are tearjerkers, and others make you really think. This account also makes for great scrolling because you really want to read each caption. Save it for a long wait at an airport!
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