aesthetic_guru23
So all my fellow artsy peeps 
, ever had landlords side-eye you for painting your rental walls lime green or pastel pink? Need advice on how to convince them that, no, it’s not the end of the world, and yes, it’ll actually be a vibe. 
minimalist_queen
@aesthetic_guru23 Honestly, been there, done that. I just send them mood boards on Pinterest that scream ‘sophisticated’ so they trust the vision. #AestheticLife
budget_beast
Word of caution: paint back to neutral colors before leaving or you’re kissing that deposit goodbye. 
Learned the hard way last year… RIP $500.
spicy_sage
Or just tell them you do ‘mood-based art installations’ and let them mull over that. Never say lime green, say ‘verdant inspiration’. 
eco_zenner
Low-key, if your landlord is cool, they’ll be down. My last one was a boomer who thought my succulents were ‘alien plants’. But I showed them how soothing the green was for mental health!
meme_lord_rick
Counter proposal: say you’re filming TikTok videos and lime green is integral to the algorithm. Use words like ‘engagement’ and watch their eyes glaze over.
frank_opinion
Pro-tip: always get that approval in writing. Texts count, screenshots are your friends in case of any ‘but I never said’ drama. 
digi-native
I painted a mural once and had to explain to my landlord it was ‘modern art’. They let me keep it because their kid loved it! 
Exploit kids and their unrefined taste if you can.
trendsetter_vibes
Can confirm, boomer landlords can be chill if you explain that aesthetics = higher property value. Show them some Zillow listings with ‘chic interior designs’. 
colorblind_carol
Luckily, I’m colorblind, so they never notice my ‘colorful’ walls. Play the sympathy card if needed!
vibe_curator
What if you just invite them over for a dinner party? Once they see it IRL, they might be less freaked out. Plus, free food! 
cryptid_enthusiast
Had a landlord who was a conspiracy theorist. Told him the green paint blocks 5G. He didn’t buy it, but he was amused enough to let it slide. 
hustle_hard
Or just skip landlords altogether and find a co-living space that’s already decked out. Some places have those Instagram perfect walls ready to go.
neon_dreamer
If all else fails, just bribe them with baked goods or coffee. A little sugar can sweeten any deal. 
chaos_captain
What if you claim it as part of a rent reduction negotiation? ‘I’ll save you the cost of hiring a painter next tenant.’ Works like a charm sometimes! 
socially_woke
Just be open and honest from the start. If they’re the right fit, they’ll vibe with your lifestyle. If not, maybe it’s not the right pad anyway. #tenantpower