Wimbledon, the world’s oldest tennis tournament, and also, arguably, the classiest is on in full swing. We don’t know about you, but at the Discern office, we’re all compelled to sit up just a bit straight when we’re watching a match play out on those famous green lawns. We’re thrilled to add what we know will be world-class tennis to our TV watch lists this month. What’s more, we’ve taken our love for the sport one step further and compiled a list of ideas – some kitschy, others just darling – for you to decorate your home as inspired by Wimbledon. Follow these tips and you will have a home ready for a tennis-viewing party, or just to amuse your family with as you cheer for Federer, your favourite player!

Go Preppy

If there’s only one thing you learn from watching Wimbledon, it should be that the sport approves of everything buttoned up, preppy, and done just so. Preppy is so easy to incorporate into your home: consider pastel shades in virtually any room of your home or whimsical prints (think leaves, pineapples, stripes or dots). How about taking inspiration from the ubiquitous cable-knit sweaters that are seen on everyone from the players to the audience, and invest in a soft and snuggly throw for your bed? Choose pure white of course – Wimbledon rules were made to be obeyed.





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2. Go Green

The two colours mostly associated with Wimbledon are green and purple. If you prefer the former, think of ways in which you can introduce the shade into your home. Green glass lamps, accents of green in your upholstery, shades of the hue on your cushions, there are so many ways in which you can incorporate the colour into your home without it looking overdone.





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Get Passionate about Purple

This is a bold, unapologetic hue with no room for error. Our advice? Choose a room that is mostly neutral, and then add accents in the royal shade. The idea is to hint at the efforts you have made to get into the Wimbledon spirit, not shout it out to family, or guests who visit!





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Some DIY, perhaps?

If you don’t mind playing around with a bit of a kitschy look, consider some easy DIY projects that will instantly bring the game into your home. Instead of throwing out old tennis balls, why not make a wreath of them instead, that you can hang on your front door? Another fun idea: an old tennis racquet that has passed its prime can be converted into a wall mirror!





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Get the Flowers into the Act

If you’re planning a tennis bash and will be decorating your home with flowers, consider working with your florist to create themed arrangements that will give you as much delight as it will your guests! These vases of roses, cleverly arranged to depict tennis balls, are our top pick!



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See you on the tennis courts!

Covers Courtesy - Wimbledon