Dopamine Decor: How colour and joyful objects can lift your home (and your mood)
- Jan 7
- 2 min read
We spend so much time in our homes, especially through the cold, darker months, that it’s no surprise many of us are looking for ways to make our spaces feel happier, more energised, and more personal.
This is where dopamine decor comes in: a cheerful interior trend rooted in the idea that colour, pattern and bold design choices can genuinely influence our mood and wellbeing.
At its heart, dopamine decor isn’t about decorating by the book. Instead, it’s about surrounding yourself with things that spark joy, whether that’s vibrant wall art, bright blankets, colourful shelves, creative colourful paint schemes or playful homeware that feels like an extension of your personality.
What is Dopamine Decor?
The trend has its roots in the simple psychology of colour and emotion. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter often described as the “feel-good” chemical, it plays a central role in pleasure, motivation and reward. Bright colours such as orange, yellow and pink love being linked with energy, optimism and positivity.
Studies and interior experts suggest that warm, bold hues can stimulate emotional responses encouraging feelings of happiness and enthusiasm, while cooler shades like blue and green can promote calmness and balance.
This trend has taken off online, with vibrant spaces showcased all over social platforms as people explore how colour can make their home feel alive and personal not just aesthetically pleasing but emotionally supportive too.
Colour your space, boost your mood
Decor doesn’t have to be a full room overhaul to make an impact. Integrating small, joy-infusing pieces into your child’s room or family areas can have a big effect:
Bright prints on shelves or walls add visual energy and interest
Bold textiles like my Peruvian blankets bring warmth, texture, and storytelling into a space
Colourful retablos and crosses make great focal points on a shelfie or gallery wall
When art, pattern and colour come together, like a cheery print peeking out from a vibrant wall it can create an uplifting environment that feels both fun and meaningful.
Ready to add more colour and personality to your space? Explore our bright homeware collection, from Peruvian blankets to playful retablos and colourful wall art, and find pieces that make your home a happy place to be.
Thank you for supporting cheekymono. Here’s to more colour, more joy and more play!
Warmest wishes,
Sara x
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