I'm usually a subdued white, blues, neutrals kind of gal, but lately I've been inspired by orange. It is so versatile and comes in so many vibrant shades, I am now totally hooked!
Orange is a combination of red and yellow, so is very strong, but it's a warm tone that when paired right can create a very energetic and captivating feel to a room. Blue is opposite orange on the color wheel, so is a nice complement. Turquoise especially works well. Orange also works very well with white, which softens it. Orange is a very stimulating color for appetite and conversation, so you might try it in the dining room or kitchen.
Some shades of orange from Benjamin Moore that work well:
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| orange calypso |
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| orange mandarin |
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| new dawn |
I've been looking for ways to introduce orange into my home and I think the best way to do that is through accessories and paint. I've found some great examples below, as well as sourced some items that are reasonably priced. Take a look.
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| via House Beautiful |
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| via Martha Stewart |
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| via Martha Stewart |
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| via Elle Decor |
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| via Elle Decor |
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| via Casa Diseno |
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| via Country Living |
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| From top right: colander-Calypso; boxes-IKEA; tins-West Elm;tote-Crate & Barrel; rug-Pier 1; utensil holder-Pier 1; lamp-IKEA; hurricane vases-Pier 1; side table- West Elm; napkin ring-Crate & Barrel |
Happy First Day of Summer everyone!
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