While the holidays are certainly the time of year when wreaths make an appearance, these versatile decor pieces can be used all year long to brighten up your home, no matter the season. With countless styles, materials, and sizes to choose from, whether you’re looking to give your whole porch a welcoming, summery feel or add a splash of color to your home, you can’t go wrong with these fun wreath ideas.
We rounded up experts from Phoenix, AZ, to Tampa, FL, for their favorite summer wreath ideas to adorn your home. From classic and timeless to rustic and organic, check out these wreath ideas to find one (or a couple) to inspire your next DIY project.
1) Traditional with a twist
Fresh boxwood wreaths are a lovely addition to your home and can add warmth to the inside of the home. Hang one inside your front door or on any door you choose. They’ll last for months inside your home, and you can change up the ribbon color and decor on it with each holiday. Add hearts for Valentine’s Day, mini flags for the Fourth of July, etc. Get creative and have fun! –Adorn Floral Design
2) Play with size and colors
A super fast and easy way to brighten up the outside of your home for the summer season is to make or purchase a bright and colorful wreath for your shed in your backyard (or two wreaths if you have double doors). This adds so much to the space you will likely use all summer and early fall. You can also put an oversize matching wreath on your front door for major curb appeal. Larger wreaths make so much more of a statement than the standard sizes you always see. –Brittany’s Floral Design
3) Opt for preserved flowers and foliage for a timeless look
Creating a sustainable wreath for your home can brighten up any space and be a talking point for years to come. I love designing wreaths with preserved flowers and foliage that stay vibrant even after they’ve dried, such as strawflower, statice, and eucalyptus. They add beautiful color and texture that your family and guests can enjoy in places like your front door, mud room, kitchen, or dining room. –A Petal To Peddle
4) Use what you have on hand
Forage greens on your property to use as a base and add fresh summer accents. Think lemon, lime, or dried clementine. Mist your wreath daily with a blend of water and your favorite essential oil to keep your home smelling great. –Fiori Floral Studio
5) Think outside the box
Wreaths are not just for your front door – you can put them in any room of your house for any season. I recommend using natural dried or fresh products with funky forms, like an antique mirror, an old bicycle spindle, or a square shape. –Wildflowers LLC
6) Use natural materials for a fragrant summer wreath
Choose natural material wreaths in summer like eucalyptus or lavender. As the weather heats up, these materials release their natural oils and provide a beautiful fragrance. –Fountainhead Floral Design
7) Get fruity
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy all the delicious fruits in-season. Use fresh berries, cherries, or even watermelon slices to create a colorful and unique summer wreath. There are so many beautiful summer plants and flowers that can be used to make a stunning summer wreath. Try incorporating ferns, palm leaves, or even seashells into your design for a truly unique look. There are no rules when making a summer wreath, so have fun with it. Be creative and experiment with different colors, textures, and materials to create a one-of-a-kind summer wreath. –Xquisite Floral Design & Events
8) Don’t be afraid to mix colors and textures.
Don’t be afraid to mix colors and textures. Embrace your inner curator and explore your creative side. Think of all your favorite things about summer, like sunny days, beach waves, and pool days (to name a few). Then draw upon those for inspiration. Adding pops of color alongside different textures will give your wreath depth and dimension while creating a realistic feel. And who says wreaths are just for front doors? Explore options for your home’s interior. For example, embellish your entryway, fireplace/mantle, or interior door. Lastly and most importantly, have fun and get creative. Don’t be afraid to let your “sun-sational” personality shine to brighten your home and spirit all summer long. –Halo & Honey Wreath Co.
9) Give the classics a modern upgrade
Bring the beauty of nature indoors this summer with a uniquely modern take on the classic wreath. All you’ll need is an artificial foundation, floral wire, and your favorite in-season blooms to add summer flair to your abode. Think striking hues and colors that bring life to your home, asymmetrically displayed to add a pop of fun and excitement throughout the summer season. For added texture and depth, incorporate aesthetic succulents, air plants, eucalyptus, and mosses. –Narcissus Florals
10) Evoke the senses with an aromatic dried wreath
Dried wreaths are a great way to evoke multiple senses with your floral arrangements. You can add a few drops of your favorite essential oils to it for a burst of summery aroma when you walk in the door (my favorite is Lemongrass). –Lang Floral Designs
11) Embrace summer with seasonal accents
A great summer wreath idea to enjoy the fresh scents and vibrant colors of the summer garden is to incorporate lavender, thistle, rosemary, or eucalyptus into your wreath, as they all can be dried. And if you grow asparagus in your vegetable garden, their long delicate leaves are a great addition. But if you want vibrant flowers on the wreath, make a simple wreath with greenery and attach small jars on the side – remember to add water and cut flowers, and bring the fresh garden flowers into your home every week. –Koko Floral Design
12) Decorate with colorful fresh florals
A wreath created with fresh-cut flowers is a welcoming, elegant, and everlasting display. Our favorite creations for summertime fun include hardy tropical flora that maintains their shape while basking in the summer heat. Display your do-it-yourself aloha wreath traditionally on your front door for a colorful splash, or get creative and turn your dining space into an in-house tropical escape. –Sami Sacha Flowers
13) Keep your wreath all year long with a Russian sage base wreath
I love designing wreaths with a fresh Russian sage base and dried embellishments because they retain their scent, shape, and beauty as they dry. This gives the wreath longevity and means you get to enjoy it for a longer period of time. –Mayflowers Floral Studio
14) Experiment with different trends
Use dried materials, hydrangeas, honesty seed heads, etc., from the garden, and a festive-colored ribbon to hang your door wreath. Pampas grass is also a big fashion trend that extends to wreaths, and you can fix it with hairspray to stop it from dropping before use. It can also be used straight from cutting and will dry well on a wreath, lasting months. Feathers are back in fashion and inexpensive to buy. Peacock (particularly bleached), pheasant, or rooster can all be added to add a trendy touch to a summer wreath. –Poppies Floral Design
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