Good home decor is subjective—and pinpointing "outdated" interior design isn't as easy as pointing to an old piece of furniture or decor. For example, your mom's old lamp from the '50s that you used to hate? Well, we call that mid-century modern now, and, in the right context, it could be the decor item that makes a room look cool and unique. Plus, with a rising interest in vintage furniture , "dated" pieces are in high demand—and they can help you add more charm and style to your home.

Trend Traps

In order to keep your home tasteful in any decade, avoid trend traps, aka ultra-trendy home decor that’ll be outdated in just a few short months. “The biggest setback to constantly pursuing trendy home decor is it hits hardest in your pocket book,” says Ventura-based interior designer Me

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