Coastal Grandmother Decor: Style of a Cozy Cape Cod Paradise

Summer may be drawing to a close, but you don’t have to bid the beach goodbye altogether. The Coastal Grandmother decor, social media’s latest obsession, can add cozy seaside luxury to your living space year-round.

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Inspired by the likes of Ina Garten, Martha Stewart, and Nancy Meyers, this design philosophy finds elegance in the everyday.

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What Coastal Grandmother Decor Style Is

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Coastal Grandma Style Is About Luxury and Comfort

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Color Palette

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A Neutral Stance

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