Soothing and relaxing, blue rooms have actually been shown to reduce heart rate and
decrease blood pressure. From indigo and sky, to navy and cobalt, blue partners
especially well with whites and creams. If you get TOO relaxed, add a touch of yellow or
orange.
Every room needs a touch of black magic. Black has the power to redirect our focus;
consider it the punctuation in your décor. In patterns, black-and-white combos are
especially rewarding for their graphic quality and crisp timelessness.
Decorating with shades of purple, mauve, lavender and aubergine? In the words of
thelate great Oscar Wilde: “Moderation is a fatal thing. Nothing succeeds like excess ”.
So there, go bold or go home.
In the words of the inimitable Diana Vreeland: “Red is the great clarifier - bright and
revealing. I can't imagine becoming bored with red - it would be like becoming bored
with the person you love”. Enough said.
The perfect shade for decorating novices. Contrary to Kermit's belief, it IS easy being
green: take the outdoors as your inspiration and “green” your house. Greens work well
with most other color families; just follow Mother Nature's clues.
Anything but mellow, yellow fabric provides an instant dose of cheer and cozy comfort.
From chic golden tones to spicy ochres, from sunny brights to pale straws, this color is
inviting and irresistible. We dare you not to smile.
Beige colors are the worker bees in your décor. Use them as the basic canvas in your
home; they can off-set brights, add a textural layer, complement architectural features.
Neutrals will never let you down and will make you – the queen bee – very happy.
Decorating with rich brown tones – from chocolate to mocha, from caramel to café au
lait – is one the quickest ways to make a room feel comfortable, grounded and inviting.
Combine brown with pinks, corals, raspberry and plum for an especially appetizing
environment.
Beige colors are the worker bees in your décor. Use them as the basic canvas in your
home; they can off-set brights, add a textural layer, complement architectural features.
Neutrals will never let you down and will make you – the queen bee – very happy.
White, the great palette cleanser. There's nothing more soothing – or romantic – than a
room dressed in layers of white, cream or ivory. And despite what you may think, white
and light upholstery CAN be practical, just check out all the options in Sunbrella,
Crypton, Sensuede and Bella Dura.