How to Decorate Your Home Serena and Lily Style Without Breaking the Budget

Serena and Lily is synonymous with fresh, coastal, and effortlessly chic home décor. Many of us love and aspire to bring this look into our homes. But the price often prevents it.

Their signature style seamlessly blends a coastal aesthetic with modern elegance, featuring relaxed linens, natural materials such as rattan and wicker, and a soft, muted color palette. Today I am sharing how you can achieve this for a lot less.

A spacious, bright living area with white walls and furniture, a wooden dining table with chairs, wicker bar stools, a fireplace, and a wall-mounted TV. Large window offers a view of the ocean.
A bright, airy kitchen with white cabinets, wooden dining table, and wicker chairs. Sunlight streams in through large windows, highlighting yellow flowers on the table and counter.
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Serena and Lily Style Without Breaking the Budget

A bright kitchen with wicker chairs, white cabinetry, and a wooden dining table with a floral centerpiece. Two pendant lights hang above the island.
The beach house features a mix of Serena and Lily outlet items and Amazon finds.

If you dream of achieving that polished, coastal look without overspending, don’t worry!

You can accomplish a Serena and Lily-inspired home on a budget.

With creativity, savvy shopping, and a keen eye for DIY, you can create a space that exudes laid-back luxury – without breaking the bank. Here’s how.

Focus on the Color Palette

A modern open-plan dining and living area with a marble countertop, wicker and cushioned chairs, a wooden dining table, framed photos on the wall, a chandelier, and a television over a fireplace.
Our muted color palette at the beach house works so well with our rattan chairs and bar stools from their outlet.

One of the defining elements of Serena and Lily’s style is the color palette. Their designs are rooted in coastal-inspired hues, such as soft blues, sandy beiges, crisp whites, and neutral tones. This palette is calming and versatile, making it the perfect foundation for any room.

How to Get the Look
To achieve this aesthetic, you don’t need to buy expensive Serena and Lily paint or textiles. Start by painting your walls in a light, neutral shade – whites and pale grays are great choices to create a clean, airy base. Accent the room with subtle blue or light beige accessories, such as pillows, throws, or artwork, to bring in those coastal vibes.

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A folded, light blue herringbone throw blanket with fringed edges.
100% Brushed Cotton Throw – Ocean/White
Square white pillow with an intricate blue floral and leaf embroidery design at the center.
Laura Ashley Mila Throw Pillow
A triptych featuring three minimalist abstract paintings with blue and white linear patterns, framed in light wood. The designs vary in complexity, ranging from dense lines to sparser arrangements.
Canvas Print Wall Art Set Blue & White
A rectangular body pillow with a white background and blue floral pattern, inspired by Serena and Lily’s signature style.

Creative Co-Op, Blue Long Patterned Cotton and Linen Lumbar Pillow
A white couch with a blue and white woven throw blanket draped over the backrest. There's a wooden side table with books, a potted plant, and a woven basket underneath by the couch.
Lush Decor Herringbone Stripe Yarn Dyed Cotton Woven Tassel Blanket
Two abstract paintings with soft pastel colors, primarily light green, white, and beige, framed in light wood. They feature indistinct horizontal lines, creating a serene, minimalist effect.
Wall Art Set Watercolor Pastel

Stores like Target, HomeGoods, and IKEA offer affordable home décor in these classic colors, so look for bedding, throw pillows, and curtains in shades that align with the Serena and Lily palette.

Incorporate Natural Materials and Textures

A modern, bright living room with white chairs, a decorative wall art piece, and large windows overlooking greenery.
Our entire beach house was designed with the Serena and Lily aesthetic in mind.

One of the hallmarks of Serena and Lily’s design is their use of natural materials—rattan, wicker, bamboo, and linen. These materials give their pieces an organic, relaxed feel quintessential to coastal design. The texture these materials provide adds depth and interest to a space without feeling heavy or overdone.

How to Get the Look
You can find budget-friendly alternatives to Serena and Lily’s rattan and wicker furniture at stores and online. Search for rattan chairs, bamboo side tables, or wicker baskets that can serve as storage and décor. Thrift stores are great places to find unique, vintage pieces you can repurpose or refinish.

A modern living room features a Serena and Lily cushioned armchair with wooden accents, a round metal side table with a small vase, and a potted plant in the corner near a window.
Brown Swivel Barrel Chair & Rattan Accent Chair
A small, round, two-tiered wooden table holds a vase with flowers, a book, and a coffee cup on the top tier, with a candle and additional book on the bottom tier.
Rattan Nightstand Side
A wooden chair with white cushions is placed by a window in a bright room. An open book lies on the floor in front of the chair.
Braid | Modern Accent | Armchair

If you love Serena and Lily’s iconic woven pendant lights but can’t justify the price, look for similar options to find rattan pendant lights at a fraction of the cost.

Image of a rattan pendant light hanging above a small round table with an open book. The light fixture is also shown individually on a white background.
Hand Woven Vintage Lotus Flower Pendant Lamp
A beige, round, woven rattan ceiling light fixture with warm ambient lighting.
Modern 3-Light Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture with Rattan
A woven wicker Serena and Lily pendant lamp hangs over a neutral-toned living room with a sofa, armchair, pillows, throw blankets, dried flowers, and a framed line drawing against a cream wall.
19” Rattan Chandelier Light Fixture

Baskets are another easy and affordable way to incorporate texture. You can use them to store blankets, magazines, or even as planters.

A round, open-weave rattan basket with intersecting curved lines, in the signature Serena and Lily style, displayed on a plain white background.
Rattan Woven Fruit Storage Basket
Two round, woven rattan baskets stacked on top of each other. The top basket is smaller with scalloped edges, while the bottom one is larger and flat-topped. Both baskets are light in color.
Small Scalloped Basket Set Of 2
A woven wicker basket with two handles.
Woven Seagrass Belly Basket 

Embrace Coastal Stripes and Patterns

Blue and White Square Pillow Covers
Stripe accents add a coastal feel.

Serena and Lily are known for their use of classic patterns, particularly stripes. Whether on bedding, rugs, or wallpaper, the timeless stripe is a staple in their designs, instantly giving spaces a coastal, casual elegance.

How to Get the Look

While Serena and Lily’s striped bedding and rugs are undeniably gorgeous, plenty of budget-friendly options deliver the same effect

A seamless floral pattern with large, intricate flowers composed of thin, white lines on a light grey background.
NuWallpaper Saraya Peel & Stick Wallpaper, Blue
A neatly made bed with a white, striped quilt and matching pillows, a wooden headboard, a small side table with a vase holding greenery and white flowers, and a patterned rug on the floor.
Bedsure White Bedspread Coverlet King Size
A blue wallpaper featuring white silhouettes of birds perched on branches amidst leaves and flowers.
Luxe Haven Mono Toile Peel and Stick Wallpaper (Hampton Blue)
Bed with blue and white floral patterned bedding, including pillows and quilt, next to a white nightstand with a plant, clock, and stack of books.
Great Bay Home Floral King Quilt Set with Shams
Rectangular Serena and Lily area rug with a cream background featuring blue and green floral patterns, set on a light wood floor.
Fame Living Green Oushak Rug
A Serena and Lily patterned rug with a blue and tan checkerboard design and a scalloped green edge, under a yellow chair with striped upholstery.
Hand-Tufted Wool Rug with Scalloped Edges

If you’re feeling creative, you can even try a DIY approach. Purchase plain white pillow covers or curtains, and use fabric paint to add your own stripe design. This way, you can choose your colors and stripe width to perfectly match your space while keeping costs low.

Layer with Linen and Light Fabrics

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I own three linen duvet covers from Amazon. Two are at the beach house, and this one is at our home in Pasadena.

Linen is a staple in Serena and Lily’s product lineup, and for good reason. It’s breathable, light, and perfectly embodies the laid-back luxury of coastal living. These fabrics are key to achieving that relaxed, effortless vibe from linen bedding to drapey curtains.

How to Get the Look

Linen doesn’t have to be expensive. You can find affordable linen or linen-blend bedding at places on Amazon. Look for light, neutral-colored bedding and layer it with a textured throw or a couple of decorative pillows for added coziness.

A neatly made bed with beige linen bedding, wooden frame, and two pillows. A wooden nightstand with a wicker front holds a small vase and a cup. A framed picture hangs on the wall above the bed.
Simple&Opulence 100% Linen Duvet Cover Set
A neatly made bed with a beige linen duvet and pillows, accompanied by a nightstand with a lamp and a cup on it.
Bedsure Linen Sheets
A neatly made bed with light green bedding, two pillows, and a wooden headboard. The room has a round rug, a small tree in a pot, and a potted plant on a table.
Bedsure Spa Blue Linen Duvet Cover Queen

Opt for sheer linen or cotton drapes for curtains to allow plenty of natural light to flow through your space. This will give your room that bright, airy feel that Serena and Lily homes are known for. You can find affordable, light, and airy curtain panels that instantly transform a room.

Close-up of a white roman shade with blue geometric trim, partially raised, with a view of green tree foliage through the window in the background.
Cordless Roman Shades, White Blue Embroidered Border
Dining area with wicker chairs around a white table, set adjacent to large, black-framed glass doors with beige curtains. Insets show three types of beige curtain hanging styles.
Linen Curtain Custom Linen Drapery Panel
A stack of metal key rings linked together on the left, with a single key ring and clasp attachment on the right, styled in a Serena and Lily-inspired aesthetic against a white background.
Cambria Designer Series – Premium Easy Glide 18 Count Small Curtain Rings

Add Coastal Artwork

Modern living room with a white sofa, fireplace, and a large abstract painting over the mantel, with a view of another room and large windows.
The art on our Frame TV and the woven vine wall hanging offer art touches.

Art plays a significant role in Serena and Lily’s style. They often feature coastal landscapes, abstract waves, or serene ocean photography. These pieces help create a sense of calm and further reinforce the seaside theme.

How to Get the Look

You don’t need to spend a fortune on high-end art to get the Serena and Lily look. You can find affordable coastal prints on websites like Etsy or Minted. Many artists offer digital downloads, allowing you to purchase the artwork at a lower cost and print it yourself. Choose simple, light wood or white frames to keep the look clean and polished

A set of six framed prints featuring different blue and white coral illustrations arranged in two rows.
Sea Coral Wall Decor
A wooden pier extends into the calm ocean under a clear sky, with waves gently lapping at the shore.
Kate and Laurel Sylvie Wooden Pier On The Beach
A detailed image of a dried coral fan with intricate branching patterns, displayed against a dark gray background.
Neutral Coastal

If you’re feeling crafty, consider creating your own abstract artwork with soft blues, whites, and neutral tones. A simple canvas, some acrylic paint, and a few brushstrokes can create a beautiful piece of art that mirrors the coastal serenity Serena and Lily are known for.

Mix High and Low Pieces

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I paired the Serena and Lily end tables and lamps with an inexpensive headboard and rug from Amazon.

One key to achieving the Serena and Lily look on a budget is learning how to mix high- and low-end pieces. Invest in a few key items that you really love—whether it’s a statement chair, a beautiful woven pendant, or a high-quality area rug—and balance them with more affordable finds.

How to Get the Look

For example, you might splurge on a gorgeous rattan chair from Serena and Lily but complement it with a more affordable side table. Or, you could invest in a high-quality linen duvet cover but style it with budget-friendly throw pillows and blankets

Two light-colored wooden nightstands with drawers. Each has items on top: one with a lamp and clock, the other with a plant and candle holder. Books and a wicker basket are on the open shelves.
Rattan Nightstands Set of 2
Three Serena and Lily light blue and white striped towels with fringed edges hang against a plain light background.
Premium Coastal Decorative Throw Blanket
A modern gold side table with a glass top holding a framed picture, a mug of coffee, and a spoon. The lower shelf contains a decorative owl and a stack of books.
Tempered Glass Sofa Table with Metal Frame
A rectangular rug with a pattern of small, evenly spaced squares in shades of beige and cream.
Simply Southern Cottage Lecompte Area Rug
A square, beige throw pillow with blue floral embroidery, displayed against a plain white background.
Jillien Harbor Throw Pillow for Home Mary White Floral Pillow
Light blue square pillow with a textured, crinkled fabric and ruffled edges, inspired by Serena and Lily’s relaxed coastal style.
Creative Co-Op Cotton Pillow with Ruffled Trim, Light Blue

Mixing a few high-end pieces with more affordable items creates a balanced look that feels polished and cohesive without blowing your budget. The key is to prioritize where you want to spend your money and where you can save.

DIY Coastal Accents

A wooden cabinet with two drawers and double doors is topped with a mannequin torso sculpture. Above hangs a round mirror with a wooden frame. White stair balusters are visible on the right.

If you’re willing to roll up your sleeves, you can DIY some of Serena and Lily’s most iconic pieces for a fraction of the cost. For example, their signature dip-dyed stools are a favorite but have a hefty price tag.

How to Get the Look

To recreate this look, you can purchase an inexpensive wooden stool from a thrift store or Amazon and paint it to give it a dip-dyed effect. All you need is a little bit of paint and painter’s tape to achieve the look, and you’ll have a Serena and Lily-inspired piece for a fraction of the cost.

Another easy DIY is to create your own rope-wrapped accents. Serena and Lily often use rope detailing in their lighting fixtures and mirrors. You can replicate this by wrapping a plain mirror frame or vase with jute rope and securing it with hot glue for a quick, affordable DIY that mimics their coastal style.

A round mirror with a textured, light brown, woven frame.
Kate and Laurel Rahfy Boho Round Rattan Mirror
Clear glass jar encased in a woven wicker cover.
Boho Glass Flower Vase with Rattan Cover
Two glass candles are placed in woven rattan holders, displayed side by side.
Natural Rattan Woven Tea Light Candle Holder
Two woven table lamps with beige shades on a wooden surface, flanking a small clock and a miniature violin. Two smartphones are plugged into USB ports at the base of one lamp.
Set of 2 Rattan Table Lamps
A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, armchair, round coffee table, and indoor plants. The room features large windows with natural light and a blue accent wall.
Gold Circle Wall Mirror
A spool of thick, twisted jute rope is shown, with a loose end extending from the bottom.
8mm Jute Rope

Shop Sales and Outlet Stores

Serena and Lily Outlet

Finally, if you have your heart set on owning some genuine Serena and Lily pieces, the key is to shop strategically. Serena and Lily often have sales throughout the year, where you can find select items at a significant discount. Their outlets also offer deals on merchandise that has never been opened, discontinued, or slightly damaged items that still look beautiful.

I have shopped at their outlets frequently. In fact, every item in our home from Serena and Lily was purchased at one of their outlets. Here is a list of the Serena and Lily outlet locations.

How to Get the Look

Sign up for Serena and Lily’s email list to be notified of sales, or check their website’s “Sale” section regularly. You can also visit their outlet stores or online outlets like Nordstrom Rack or Zulily, which sometimes feature Serena and Lily products at a discount

Serena and Lily’s coastal-inspired style is beautiful, timeless, and chic. And while their products can be pricey, you don’t have to spend a fortune to achieve that same look in your home.

By focusing on the right color palette, incorporating natural textures, and mixing high-end pieces with budget-friendly finds, you can create a home that feels fresh, coastal, and stylish—without the hefty price tag. With a bit of creativity and resourcefulness, you can turn your home into a Serena and Lily-inspired retreat, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beauty of coastal living.

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  1. I really appreciate this! I love the look and I don’t have the funds to buy Serena Lilly so I appreciate your suggestions. Thank you!

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