Home Home Decor Ideas Front Door Style By Southern Living Editors Southern Living Editors Since 1966, the editors of Southern Living have been carrying out the mission of the brand: to bring enjoyment, fulfillment, and inspiration to our readers by celebrating life in the South. We inspire creativity in their homes, their kitchens, their gardens, and their personal style. We are a friend they can trust, a guide to the seasons, a helping hand during the holidays, and a relentless champion of the Southern way of life. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on March 10, 2017 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: Laurey W. Glenn Opportunity is knocking! Add style to your front door with one of these winning combinations. 01 of 09 Dallas-Inspired Front Door Photo: Laurey W. Glenn Known for glitz and glam, this friendly, style-setting city inspired the inviting look seen here. Front Door: 1¾" Fir HD Four Panel Door (EG5444), $532; tuckerdoor.comPaint Color: Quarry (1342); prattandlambert.comLight: Charleston Wall Mount Lantern with Electric 2-Light Cluster (CL01-CH-W), $249; frenchquarterlanterns.comHardware: Paris Entry Set with Mortise Lock in Silicon Bronze in Light Patina, $1,008; rockymountainhardware.comDoor Knocker: 5" Door Knocker (DK5) in Silicon Bronze in Light Patina, $267; rockymountainhardware.comDoormat: Dragongrass Doormat, $14.99; amazon.com 02 of 09 Peaches and Cream Photo: Hector Sanchez Let a cheerful paint color loosen up a formal facade. This coral shade peps up a Palladian transom, traditional pediment, and regal door knocker. Break from an otherwise symmetrical look with a single carriage lantern.Paint Color: Pink Mimosa (P180-3); homedepot.comLight: ELK Lighting Grande Isle Sconce, $818; farreys.comDoor Knocker: Lion Door Knocker, $118; wayfair.comContainer: Acadia Urn, $299; frontgate.comAccent Piece: Hand-Welded House Number, $30; anthropologie.com 03 of 09 Classic French Door Entry Laurey W. Glenn French doors with a fresh Chippendale spin complement the Colonial home’s English roots. The curved muntins and spherical finials on the parapet play off the founded boxwoods lining the front of the home. 04 of 09 Play the Blues Hector Sanchez Strike a high note on an otherwise toned-down entry with a pop of color. This home has classic craftsmanship, such as fluted pilasters and a starburst transom, but what really shines—other than a cute pup—is the deep blue paneled door with shiny brass accessories.Paint Color: Gentleman's Gray (2062-20); benjaminmoore.comLight: Beacon Hill, $308; 1800lighting.com for retailersDoor Knocker: Solid Brass "S" Style Door Knocker, $35.29; houseofantiquehardware.comContainer: Cauldron Pot in Blue, $220, available through Charlie Thigpen's Garden Gallery; 205/328-1000Accent Piece: Brass Mail Slot, $16.99; amazon.com 05 of 09 Solar Flair Photo: Hector Sanchez Amp up a traditional home with unexpected sunset hues. Here, fiery red paint energizes an entryway, which exudes elegance with its ornate transom, dentil molding, filigreed pendant light, and wrought iron railing.Paint Color: Tomato Red (2010-10); benjaminmoore.comLight: Square Hanging Pendant Light, from $375; bevolo.com for retailersDoorbell: "Please Ring" Doorbell Button, $18; rejuvenation.comContainer: Fiberstone Box, from $215; jaysonhome.comAccent Piece: Heavy Duty Brass Traditional Mail Slot, $99.90; houseofantiquehardware.com 06 of 09 Green to Envy Photo: Hector Sanchez Give guests a warm welcome with friendly tones of green, gray, and blue. This grand double-door entry is balanced by its easygoing, leafy hue and simple carving. The weathered patina of the pendant lantern suggests a home that's mellowed over time.Paint Color: Tradd Street Green (DCR090); duron.comLight: Federal Hanging Lantern, $459; shadesoflight.comDoor Knob: Estate Knob (5041), from $100; baldwinhardware.com for retailersContainer: Blue Ceramic Planter, from $480; scenariohome.comAccent Piece: 4 Inch Solid Brass Number, $2.97; homedepot.com 07 of 09 Washington D.C.-Inspired Front Door Photo: Ralph Anderson Inspired by the handsome townhomes of Georgetown, we've put together a look that is traditional and refined. Doormat: Braided Oval Mat by Vagabond Vintage, $34; mothology.com Hardware: Oval Collection Entry Set in S1 Finish, $1,744; sunvalleybronze.com Light: Charleston Harbor Outdoor Light, $399; shadesoflight.com Door Knocker: Star Door Knocker in S1 Finish, $522; sunvalleybronze.com Front Door: Mahogany 902 Custom Wood Door, $3,460; jeld-wen.com 08 of 09 Key West-Inspired Front Door Photo: Ralph Anderson Taking cues from one of our favorite colorful coastal towns, we added a splash of sunshine to this entry. Doormat: Fisherman's Rope Mat, $34.95; macsmats.com Light: Portola Biron White Hanging Exterior Lantern, $1,185; troy-lighting.com Hardware: Polished Chrome Lockset by Emtek, $149; brandinobrass.com Door Knocker: Hospitality Pineapple Door Knocker in Nickel Silver, $110; michaelhealy.com Front Door: Eastern White Pine D132 Entry Door, $1,995; vintagedoors.com Paint: Color June Day (370B-4); homedepot.com 09 of 09 New Orleans-Inspired Front Door Photo: Ralph Anderson We looked to the French Quarter's Creole cottages in creating this enchanting look. Doormat: Bonjour Doormat, $24.99; wayfair.com Door Knocker: Large Black Fleur De Lis Door Knocker, $77.95; houseofantiquehardware.com Hardware: St. Charles Handleset in Sandcast Bronze, $548; fusionhardware.com Light: Wall Mounted Lantern (3501) in Antique Brass Finish, $588; fourteenthcolonylighting.com Front Door: Portabello 8-Lite Panel Bottom Door (LD8358) by GlassCraft Door Company, $1,029; thefrontdoorco.com Was this page helpful? 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