If you’re attracted to a vintage-inspired look that also brings the charm of rural life, we’ve got a decor style you’re going to love.

Boho ranch has been making some serious headway in the world of interior design of late. It’s making regular appearances on HGTV, including a recent episode of “Unsellable Houses,” the show that stars twin sisters Leslie Davis and Lyndsay Lamb.

In an episode in Season 4, the duo fixed up a run-down home by applying a boho ranch design that they describe as “eclectic, artistic, and organic.”

This look also has a history that goes way back.

“Boho ranch is an updated bohemian look made popular in the 1990s,” says Beverly Solomon of the eponymous design.

If you’re looking to change up your rooms with a free-spirited aesthetic, give boho ranch a try. Here’s more about the design style, including the pieces and accessories that bring it to life and how to know when you’ve gone too far.

What is boho ranch?

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Boho ranch taps into the “spirited, fun colors and styles of boho,” notes Lamb, but without going overboard into a world market bonanza.

It also includes the subtler palette of a farmhouse, with its neutral wood tones and simple lines. The style offers homeowners a chance to thrift some nifty finds while keeping some casual country flair.

“Boho ranch tends to give off a cozy and inviting atmosphere with a creative twist and a connection to nature,” adds Charlotte Granville, a remodeling specialist at Fixr.

Texture also plays a significant role in the decor, which includes woven items (baskets, wicker), live elements (green plants), as well as a touch of the natural world in the form of animal prints and shapes, such as hides and skulls.

How did boho ranch begin?

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Boho ranch progressed from all of the farmhouse looks that have seen a recent renaissance, including Scandinavian, coastal, and the granddaddy of them all, modern.

Solomon says boho ranch “was a natural transition using the bright colors and patterns of Native American and Mexican fabrics, paints, and accessories.”

As a longtime Texan, she says in her neck of the woods, “the style is more commonly referred to as Tex-Mex.”

And as with many fun new decor trends, such as “grandmillennial” and “cottagecore” styles, “social media influencers made the boho style into a big hit,” says Granville.

Which pieces define boho ranch?

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If you’re a savvy shopper, you can save big-time on pieces that work with the boho ranch aesthetic.

“The fun thing with this look is that you can get furniture at resale shops and paint it or shop import stores for bright wooden pieces,” says Solomon.

Or seek out antiques if you’ve got deep pockets.

“The real-deal wooden antiques from Mexico or early Texas typically leave aged wood as is—and while it’s not cheap, it’ll never lose value either,” says Solomon.

But be sure to tone down some hues so they’re not at their brightest levels, as in more muted reds, softer purples, and less vibrant blues.

Boho ranch accessories

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Macrame can be hung on the wall, and colorful textiles are a good idea on the floor and as curtains.

Solomon favors Navajo rugs, Mexican horse blankets, and interesting minerals when it comes to accessories.

Granville suggests mixing wood and woven textiles, layering rugs, and placing greenery around your rooms.

“Rustic and vintage accessories usually pair well with this style and add some character to the space,” she says.

Rein in animal themes

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Too many dead animals in one room means you’ve gone overboard with the boho ranch style. One cow skull is fine; seven is just a no-no. (Remember, you’re not channeling the artist Georgia O’Keeffe.) Stick with a single faux cowhide rug or chair made of the same fabric, then skew the rest of your fabrics more subtly. (Think denim, suede, or subdued checks.)

Your best bet? “Aim for more of a lived-in look rather than exaggerating the theme in your space,” says Granville.