Lantern Decor | Fresh Ideas for Spring & Summer
Lantern decor is a charming and effortless way to refresh your home for spring and summer. Whether you fill them with flowers, candles, or other seasonal touches, lanterns can brighten up any space—indoors or out—with very little effort.
Tall Lanterns Make a Statement
Taller lanterns are perfect for floor displays, adding height and dimension to any room. This one features a tall faux potted plant inside, giving it a fresh, natural feel without any maintenance. It’s a great way to bring in greenery and soften up corners, entryways, or even a covered porch. Try grouping it with smaller lanterns nearby for a layered, designer look.
This lantern uses a tall forsythia spray that reaches to the top, adding height and color. At the bottom, smaller flowers and berries surround a candle for a warm, welcoming look. It’s a bright and easy way to decorate for spring or summer.
Light and Breezy Shutter-Style Lanterns
These white, shutter-style lanterns bring an airy, coastal feel to any space. Suspended from above and accented with a trailing vine, they’re perfect for a sunroom, covered porch, or even a garden nook. Wrapping greenery around the hanging cord adds a soft, organic touch. This kind of lantern decor works beautifully with a relaxed, summery vibe—and looks great with flameless candles tucked inside.
Coastal Charm in White and Galvanized Metal
These white wood and galvanized metal lanterns have a cottage-coastal feel that’s perfect for summer decorating. The mix of distressed white and tin gives them a relaxed, beachy vibe. Add a candle or a small potted plant inside to keep your lantern decor simple and fresh. These look great on a porch, sunroom table, or even as part of a centerpiece.
Rustic Charm with Wicker Lanterns
This wicker-style lantern adds a warm, rustic feel to your lantern decor. The open weave design lets the light from the suspended candles glow through beautifully.
At the Dallas Market, I saw wicker used creatively—trays holding candles, florals, and decorative accents on tables, and even trays hung on walls in grouped arrangements of various sizes and styles. It’s a great look for farmhouse, coastal, or boho-inspired spaces, and pairs perfectly with lanterns like this one.
Endless Possibilities with Lantern Decor
One of the best things about lantern decor is how easy it is to change with the seasons or whenever your home needs a little refresh. In spring and summer, think florals, greenery, and soft candlelight. In the fall, try adding mini pumpkins, pinecones, or warm-toned leaves. For winter, swap in ornaments, faux snow, or twinkle lights. You can even use lanterns to showcase small figurines, favorite books, nests with eggs, or vintage finds. Don’t forget the finishing touches—adding pretty ribbons or seasonal bows can introduce a pop of color and tie the whole look together. Whether your style is rustic, coastal, farmhouse, or modern, lanterns are the perfect canvas for personal, seasonal touches that make your home feel warm and welcoming all year round.
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