Everyone Had Them In The '60s — Now It's The Floral Wall Decor We Want In Our Homes

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If your home is feeling a little bland, it might be time to turn back the clock. Retro design trends are making a comeback, and there's a fun way you can bring the liveliness of the '60s into your home. Vintage Lucite floral wall plaques from the '60s are charming and cute. These pieces of wall art feature colorful flowers with a flat back designed to hang on a wall. They can be found in a wide range of colors, styles, and sizes, so you can get as bright and bold as you want without overdoing it. From delicate-looking flower baskets to chunky daisies, keep your eyes peeled at thrift stores and vintage reseller markets for this new-to-you wall decor.

If you've never heard of Lucite, it's a type of acrylic that's known for being long-lasting. You may be more familiar with the name Plexiglas, which is the same material produced by a different company. Lucite was invented in the 1930s by DuPont, but became highly popular in the '60s and '70s for costume jewelry, furniture, and decor. Thanks to the Flower Power movement of the '60s, there's no shortage of beautiful Lucite wall-hanging florals. Lucite is naturally clear, but dyes can be added to turn it a variety of vibrant colors, including bright blue, sunset orange, and leafy green. You may find more realistically colored flowers with green stems, leaves, and colorful petals, or monochromatic plaques. There are even some clear wall plaques with real flowers pressed inside.

The first step to styling a Lucite floral wall plaque is finding one you like. Authentically vintage pieces from the '60s can be found online and in thrift stores at a variety of price points. While particular designs may have a higher price point, many can be found for under $50, so there's no need to rush your choice. There are also modern replicas that can be quite affordable and still offer some vintage-style charm. You should also decide if you want your whole room to be decked out in '60s style so you can pick up some matching pieces. These funky retro room ideas can be a good jumping-off point. Go bold with more Lucite pieces in other colors, some bright wallpaper, and furniture with a strong, midcentury-inspired silhouette.

If you'd rather not make your room a time capsule, you can take a more balanced approach to incorporating your floral wall plaque. Add some complementary accent pieces and additional floral patterns, and display them on a neutral wall treatment, like an off-white painted wall or a subtly patterned wallpaper to tie everything together. These tips for bringing together vintage and modern decor may be helpful. One thing to pay attention to with Lucite wall plaques is that there may be clear spaces or gaps where the wall is visible behind them. If you're redecorating the space, there may be nails, holes, faded paint, or other noticeable spots that are visible through the plaque, so choose where you hang it carefully!