Though naming interior design styles creates a helpful vocabulary for categorizing aesthetics, the best design is based less on a mood board and more on decorating with your heart. Time and time again, we see that choosing items based on what you love and leaning into eclectic contradictions creates the most interesting spaces. Jaclyn Smith's living room is the perfect example.
We spotted the actress's living room idea in the background of a recent Instagram post, and it artfully pulls elements from both European and Asian design aesthetics. Jaclyn perches on a pretty chinoiserie sofa, echoing hallmarks of Parisian interiors. Next ot her, a stunning ceramic stool integrates the richness of color and Asian design. A large fern in the background brings in additional dimension.
What pulls the eclectic design aesthetic together is not only the colors but the clear sense that Jaclyn has collected these precious artifacts over the years based on her love for them.
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Stoffer Home is one of my favorite Wayfair destinations, thanks to their beautiful hand-upholstered furniture pieces like this block-print ottoman. The silhouette is contemporary yet finished with a ruffle to nail the skirted furniture trend.
Intertwined with berries and little daisy flowers, this nostalgic pleated throw pillow is such a great Amazon find. I'll be adding it to my sofa with a pretty throw blanket inspired by the scalloped decor trend.
This stylish blue and white stool has a pretty chinoiserie design that combines motifs from both Europe and Asia. The muted color palette makes it a versatile piece that suits any space.
Experts explain that this characterful approach to design is an emerging design trend for 2026.
Shelley Cochrane, accessories buyer at Furniture Village, explains: 'This season, celebrate an abundance of color, pattern and personality and take a maximalist approach to decorating your living room. Mix patterns and blend vintage-inspired charm with a sense of joyful self-expression. It's all about creating a space that feels personal, lived-in, and wonderfully whimsical.'
Tapping into this look relies on feeding personal taste and being unafraid to take risks.
Shelley advises: 'Start by layering your living room with tactile textures and heritage-inspired prints - think ditsy florals, crochet trims, scalloped edges and ruffled linens. Furniture should feel familiar and inviting, whether it’s a cosy armchair or an oversized sofa that invites conversation and cups of tea. These collected pieces help to build a story of comfort and character.'
She continues: 'In terms of living room color, lean into warm, welcoming tones. Butter yellows, rose pinks, leafy greens, and soft creams all sit beautifully together in this scheme. Don’t shy away from pattern-on-pattern pairings, whether it’s gingham with chintz or checks with toile, more is more when it comes to this nostalgia-infused look.'
Combining aesthetics can produce stunning results. For evidence, look no further than Jaclyn Smith's home.
