6 Coastal Décor Finds That’ll Add Seaside Charm to Your Home

These classic and whimsical coastal pieces add nautical notes to your décor.

By Erica Moody • Posted July 1, 2025 at 3:15 p.m.

How could we not daydream about days on the lake or ocean swims during this heat wave. If you’re still a few weeks away from your summer vacation, bring the water to your home with these coastal décor finds.

Bronze Boat

This sculptural sailboat adds a refined accent to a bookshelf or tabletop. Bronze Decorative Sailboat: $34.50 at Pottery Barn, multiple area locations

Serene Scene

This limited-edition vintage sailboat photo was created by Nashville-based artist Leslee Mitchell. “Red and Blue Boat” by Leslee Mitchell: $260 at Serena & Lily

Coastal Comfort

Add warmth and texture with a soft throw in the style of a fisherman sweater. Fisherman Cabled Fleece Throw: $64.99 at L.L. Bean, 925 Rose Ave., North Bethesda, Maryland

Maritime Meals

These cotton napkins help create a playful tablescape. Sardines Napkins: $79 for a set of four at Red Barn Mercantile, 1117 King St., Alexandria

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Add beach-house beauty with a seagrass mirror. Twisted Seagrass Rectangle Mirror: $445 at The Nest Egg, 11940 Grand Commons Ave., Fairfax

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Woven details, like in this sturdy glass, are ideal for alfresco entertaining. Seagrass Cage Wide Tumbler: $78 for a set of six at Tuckernuck, 1053 Wisconsin Ave., Washington, DC

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Erica Moody

Contributing Editor

Erica Moody is Northern Virginia Magazine’s Contributing Editor. She has been a lifestyle journalist and editor for more than 15 years, with previous staff roles at Philadelphia magazine, Washington Life Magazine, and Travel Leaders Group. She’s consulted for brands including American Express Travel and Royal Caribbean. Her writing has appeared in Ad Age, The Telegraph, InsideHook, Technical.ly, DC Inno, and more. She holds an MFA from Antioch University and a BA from Tulane.