{"id":4482,"date":"2023-12-20T17:08:02","date_gmt":"2023-12-20T22:08:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/?p=4482"},"modified":"2025-04-23T15:40:26","modified_gmt":"2025-04-23T19:40:26","slug":"mid-century-modern-tricks-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/mid-century-modern-tricks-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Mid-Century Modern Tricks &#038; Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Mid-century modern decor has a distinctive <em>chic <\/em>factor: whether you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/game-night\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hosting game night<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/seasonal-sippers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">happy hour<\/a>, or just relaxing in your own home, the popular aesthetic \u2014 defined by its sleek, minimalist lines, warm wood furnishings and pops of color made mainstream in post-World War II America \u2014 is an easy way to pull your home together in cohesive (but still comfy!) style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Artboard-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4483 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Artboard-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Artboard-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Artboard-1-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Been meaning to take on a mid-century home makeover but don\u2019t know where to start? Luckily for you, I\u2019ve got <em>plenty<\/em> of gorgeous pieces to make every room a mid-century modern style haven!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Invite Bettie to the party: stylish living sets for every space<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Artboard-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Artboard-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Artboard-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Artboard-1-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Your first step to furnishing a fabulous mid-century modern home? Outfitting your space with a stylish seating centerpiece \u2014 I love the retro color options available in my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/search\/bettie%20sofa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bettie Collection<\/a>! Need a nap or reading nook? Try the built-in chaise of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/furniture\/living-room\/sofas-couches\/p\/20071505\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bettie Chofa<\/a>, or, add an extra groovy twist with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/furniture\/living-room\/living-room-sets\/p\/20071506\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bettie Teal Chofa &amp; Swivel Chair<\/a>! And if your living room is more like a living corner, I\u2019ve got the plenty-stylish-yet-compact <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/furniture\/living-room\/chairs\/p\/20070239002\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bettie Chair<\/a>, the high-style impact <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/furniture\/living-room\/chairs\/p\/2094008002\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Benoni Black Faux Leather Accent Chair<\/a>, or the functional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/furniture\/living-room\/living-room-sets\/p\/20076161\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bettie Chair &amp; Storage Ottoman!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mid-Century dining style meets modern comfort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another essential mid-century modern must-have? A proper dinner or cocktail party setup! Get hosting ready in a snap with my many mid-century options. Style your own dining space by mixing and matching my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/furniture\/living-room\/coffee-tables-end-tables\/p\/20079807007\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bettie Dining Table (complete with a useful leaf!)<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/furniture\/dining-room\/dining-tables\/p\/20079807006\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bettie Round Dining Table<\/a> with my super comfy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/p\/20079807013\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bettie Dining Chair<\/a> (available in multiple colors for easy customization!). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" data-id=\"6947\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Artboard-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6947\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Artboard-4.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Artboard-4-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Artboard-4-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" data-id=\"7430\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BDF_2024_DtC_Bettie-6pc-DR.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BDF_2024_DtC_Bettie-6pc-DR.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BDF_2024_DtC_Bettie-6pc-DR-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BDF_2024_DtC_Bettie-6pc-DR-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Want your whole set styled? Try the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/furniture\/dining-room\/dining-room-sets\/p\/20081141\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bettie 6 Piece Dining Set<\/a> (made with a convenient bench for flexible party seating!) or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/furniture\/dining-room\/dining-room-sets\/p\/20081129\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bettie 5 Piece Round Dining Set<\/a> \u2014 a superhero for apartments and other cozy smaller spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BDF_2024_DtC_Bettie-Sofa-Chair-LR.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7429\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BDF_2024_DtC_Bettie-Sofa-Chair-LR.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BDF_2024_DtC_Bettie-Sofa-Chair-LR-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BDF_2024_DtC_Bettie-Sofa-Chair-LR-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Complete the look with a few of my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/home-decor\/lamps-and-lighting\/floor-lamps\/p\/20078531\">stylish floor lamps<\/a>, a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/search\/coffee%20table?query=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> coffee table<\/a> for snacks, a few hip <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/outdoor\/outdoor-decor\/outdoor-planters\/p\/2039001001\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gold planters<\/a> (or a realistic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/home-decor\/decorative-accents\/p\/20089231\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">faux Banana Tree<\/a> if you\u2019re not a green thumb!) and of course, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/search\/bar%20cart\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">timeless bar cart<\/a> stocked with your favorite happy hour ingredients in case Don Draper attends your soir\u00e9e.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A better Bettie bedroom: mid-century styles to dream about&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After you\u2019ve wowed your guests with a night of sipping highballs and dancing to your favorite records, you\u2019ll undoubtedly need a good night\u2019s sleep. Make your bedroom a restful retreat with mid-century modern flare with just a few easy steps \u2014 to start, try my  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/furniture\/bedroom\/bedroom-sets\/p\/20081950\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bettie Bedroom Set<\/a> for signature mid-century touches (Tapered legs! Brass hardware!) with a nifty dresser-mirror combo (great for pre-party primping!). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Artboard-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Artboard-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Artboard-6-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Artboard-6-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to liven things up, add instant pizazz with the splash of color in my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/furniture\/bedroom\/bedroom-sets\/p\/20081992\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bettie Upholstered Bedroom Set<\/a>, and don\u2019t forget a few statement-making <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/home-decor\/lamps-and-lighting\/table-lamps\/p\/20078550\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tripod table lamps<\/a> or the glimmering accent of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/home-decor\/lamps-lighting\/c\/table-lamps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">statement table lamp<\/a> for soft, sophisticated lighting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Need more inspiration? Check out all of <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/category\/ideas\/\">my style ideas<\/a> for a full archive of fashion-forward furnishings <em>without <\/em>the markup! 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