Hot Colors, Cool Looks
When I think of tropical, I think of Caribbean, but it also includes Polynesian and Southeast Asian/Indonesian, Central and South American.
You may find the decor includes everything from pink flamingos (ZOIKS!) and Oaxacan wood carvings to Talavera pottery and ceramics painted with marine life, from palm tree statuettes to sea glass, and from ships wheels to hanging fishing floats.
The tropical cottage can be a little kitschy, yes. But it is also common and popular in areas by the sea, especially south Florida, and in the homes of those who dream of tropical escapes.
Let's take a look at some of these bright beautiful looks and products!
The Tropical Attitude
You may experience a lot of Jimmy Buffet and reggae music in the tropical cottage! Clocks don't seem to mean much here. Unless you're checking if it's time for another cocktail!
Tropical Kitchenware
Tropical Plastic Serving Set - 5 Piece
Amazon Price: $16.95 (as of 11/12/2009) 
Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Corelle Bamboo Leaf Square Round 16-Piece Dinnerware Set, Service for 4
Amazon Price: $59.99 (as of 11/12/2009)
Usually ships in 24 hours
Lolita Coffee Mugs Caribbean Dreaming
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Fun Tropical Coffee Mugs
from Tropiques
These colorful stylish mugs feature original art photography and graphic design by Tammy Winand, the creator of Tropiques (a Zazzle gallery), who has lived all around Florida and loves tropical style!
Tropical Fridge Magnets
The Tropical Bathroom
Pink Flamingo Four Piece Bath Accessory Set ~ Ceramic Construction
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Hand Painted Tropical Fish Soap Dish & Matching Cup
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
SURF BOARD beach NIGHTLIGHT night light BATH decor
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
PaRRoT Board Meeting SURFBOARD WASTEBASKET trash
Amazon Price: $39.99 (as of 11/12/2009)
Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Bring the Tropics into Your Boudoir
get things heated up!
Tropical Porch Areas
LUAU party ~ 3 pc set Light up HIBISCUS Lantern LIGHTS
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Hibiscus Blue Lanterns 2pc
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Converting, Inc. 30278 4 O' Clock Somewhere Paper Lanterns 2 count
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Coral Reef Paper Lanterns 2ct
Amazon Price: $2.99 (as of 11/12/2009)
Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Tropical Garden Paper Lantern,
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Tropical Accessories
Have a look at some fun funky accessories you can get.
3D Hanging Tropical Foil Fish 8ct
Amazon Price: $3.99 (as of 11/12/2009)
Tiki Tropical Macaw Parrot Bird Ceiling Fan Light Pull
Amazon Price: $6.99 (as of 11/12/2009)
2 Tropical SEA Horse Fish Wall ART Hanging Home Decor
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Tropical Fish Hanging Decoration
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
CORAL REEF WALL RACK WITH 5 HOOKS
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
The Tropical Look of Talavera
Artisan Claro Style Plate
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Flowerpot, 'Allende'
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Talavera ceramic bowl, 'Puebla'
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Talavera Light Switch Plate Cover - 2 Flip Switch, Assorted Colors
Amazon Price: $9.00 (as of 11/12/2009)
Usually ships in 1-2 business days
If you are specifically interested in Talavera, please be sure to visit the following page!
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Talavera Pottery
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The bright colors and free-form designs featured on this traditional art form from Mexico always make me smile, and I would like to share my passion for it with you. Talavera is a type of Mexican pottery produced in the cities of Puebla, Mexico, and...
Fishing Floats and Ship's Wheels...
The floats featured here are just a few examples.
Glass Fishing Float 10" Yellow: Nautical Decor
Amazon Price: $30.95 (as of 11/12/2009)
Glass Fishing Floats 10" Blue: Nautical D?cor
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Nautical Glass Floats
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Glass Fishing Floats 10" Green: Nautical D?cor
Amazon Price: (as of 11/12/2009)
Glass Fishing Floats 10" Red: Nautical D?cor
Amazon Price: $30.95 (as of 11/12/2009)
Last But NOT Least...The Pink Flamingo
A classic if kitschy lawn ornament created in the late 1950s that never seems to go out of "style".
Not just a lawn ornament anymore, my friends!There is a stunning array of pink flamingo decor out there, folks. Just check out these examples for starters!
set 2 Pink FLAMINGO Yard lawn art garden Ornaments NEW
Amazon Price: $12.94 (as of 11/12/2009)
Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Pink Flamingo Lawn Yard Ornament w/ Clothes costume Outfits Seasonal Decorations Holiday Home Garden Decor Tropical Florida Flamingos
Amazon Price: $26.34 (as of 11/12/2009)
Usually ships in 1-2 business days
For More Tropical Coastal Accessories and Fun
If you are truly a fan of the pink flamingo (as I have recently discovered that I am), have a look at the fun, and funny, Pink Flamingo Theme Party page!-
Pink Flamingo Theme Party
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I have lived part of the year in Florida almost every year since 1992. I love tropical design, decor, clothing and themes. Down here we can enjoy outdoor living almost year round. What better way for everyone else to hold onto in a tropical mood as...
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Nautical Themed Bathroom Decor
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Nautical themed Bathroom decor...a wonderful and popular design style which incorporates elements of life on or by the sea. Lighthouses, ships wheels and anchors, fishing floats and nets...these are just a few examples of ways to add a nautical feel...
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Tiki Party!!!
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Remember the tiki? That stylized and somewhat whimsical take on the Polynesian Tiki god carvings, popularized between the 1950s and 1970s? Well, the tiki is making a come-back, and you may want to throw a tiki theme party before the end of summer. I...
What Do You Think?
Is tropical style something you would, or DO, have in your home? Have your say here! Thanks for signing my guestbook.
gemenerni1 wrote...
Hey there,
Really awesome lens you have put together.
I kind of reminds me of the time when i went on the best Caribbean cruises I have ever experience. I remember that everything was desgined in the same way as your pictures. Tropical-style.
Anyway, keep up the good work!
Best regards,
Gem
Posted July 30, 2009
XtremelyTropical wrote...
We actually found out about this lens from some clients of ours who are having a hawaiian themed wedding reception. They bought a lot of decorations similar to this (and maybe through this site) to dress up the reception hall. They had us provide some of our artificial palm trees to finish the overall look.
Posted June 24, 2009
Evelyn_Saenz wrote...
The Three Bears have been looking for some Talavera bowls to replace the ones that Goldie Locks broke. These bowls look perfect. Do they come in small, medium and large sizes?
Posted September 09, 2008
by TankDog
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