Welcoming the Season with Style

Happy Juneteenth! It's nearly summer. The arrival of the summer solstice marks more than just a date on the calendar — it is nature’s most luminous celebration. The first day of summer, typically falling between June 20-22, signals the longest stretch of daylight in the entire year. As explained by Country Living, this event occurs when the Earth's axial tilt is at its greatest angle toward the sun, giving us maximum sunshine and marking the official start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere.

This moment isn't just astronomical — it’s deeply symbolic. For centuries, civilizations have honored the solstice as a time of growth, warmth, and renewal. It's an invitation to step outside, to refresh our homes and our lives, and to live in tune with the season’s easy rhythms.

Designing with the Season in Mind

With the start of summer comes a renewed focus on design that embraces lightness, airiness, and ease. Summer 2025 decorating trends emphasizes natural textures and tactile materials — think jute, terracotta, decorative plants, and lightweight linens and textiles. All of our favorite CG Hunter staples! These elements reflect summer's relaxed spirit and provide a sense of grounded beauty.

Small design shifts can create significant impact. Swapping in neutral-toned rugs or glass bud vases filled with garden clippings is enough to shift the mood of a room. Even placing a faux cedar branch in a corner planter can hint at the outdoors without the upkeep. The emphasis is on layered, lived-in elegance — and above all, effortless charm.

Trends That Reflect the Season’s Spirit

Summer 2025 also sees a return to comforting nostalgia, according to the Pinterest Summer Trends Report. from Better Homes & Gardens. From the reemergence of cottage-inspired elements to the rise of “slow living” aesthetics, the trends reflect a desire for cozy, calming environments that mimic the peacefulness of nature.

Decor is shifting away from high-gloss finishes and sharp lines, instead favoring organic silhouettes and tactile materials. Colors are softened: sage, sky, and cream dominate, while botanical greens and sun-kissed terra cotta tones nod to nature. Faux plants, especially realistic styles like eucalyptus or citrus topiaries, play a vital role here — providing a lasting, maintenance-free connection to nature year-round.

A Mindful Approach to the Season

As we celebrate the first day of summer, this is also a time to align our living spaces with the season’s ethos. Whether it’s through floral arrangements, breezy fabrics, or handcrafted decor, summer is an opportunity to embrace slower moments, to open the windows, and to bring the outdoors in.

Simple updates — like styling a hallway table with a hammered glass vase or layering a natural sisal rug in a sunroom — can echo the serenity and warmth that summer represents. When done thoughtfully, seasonal design isn’t just beautiful; it becomes an experience.

Celebrate the First Day of Summer with CG Hunter

At CG Hunter, we believe every season brings a new chance to express your personal style — and summer is a time to soften, brighten, and connect. Our collection of artisan-crafted faux greenery, glass vessels, and textural rugs is designed to help you create spaces that feel natural, effortless, and alive with possibility.

Let Us See Your Summer Style

We’d love to see how you’re welcoming summer in your home. Whether you're styling seasonal florals, rearranging your outdoor entry, or setting a sunny breakfast table — tag us in your posts.

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Here’s to the season ahead — full of light, beauty, and inspiration.