Bright Maximalist Decor 2023

It started with maximalist interior design going viral on Instagram in 2020, which marked a return to an aesthetic that can usually be summarized as mismatched, overcrowded, and somewhat eccentric. Maximalism can be traced back to the 19th century, when the Victorians collected clashing pieces of furniture and color palettes that paved the way for a modern practice of the aesthetic. And now, in 2022, maximalist fashion, interiors, and design has taken TikTok and Instagram by storm. The rules are simple: express yourself through extravagance. It's kitsch, over the top, somewhat reminiscent of the excesses of the Victorian era. "I define maximalism as more is more," says maximalist content creator Sara Camposarcone. "This means, to me, lots of bold colors, prints, and textures layered and worn in a unique way. Maximalism can be very avant garde and sometimes outrageously fun and wild."