Savvy style interior enthusiasts will have already spotted 2020’s Pantone colour of the year creeping its way onto Pinterest boards and interior blogs alike, but how can the everyday homeowner (or renter) incorporate this year’s must-have shade into their home?
Solid and dependable, much like the bricks and mortar of our home, classic blue leaves us with a sense of stability as we look forward to the new decade, making it the perfect shade to bring into the security of our nests. What’s more, classic blue is just that, classic, so you can be sure your home interior will remain timeless when including this shade into your colour palettes. With the help of Serenata Flowers, the UK’s leading online florist, here’s 5 IDEAL tips on how to incorporate classic blue into your home.
BRAVE A BLUE STATEMENT PIECE
Adding a burst of blue through a statement piece of furniture, such as a sofa, will give your living room a focal point to build your on-trend oasis around. What’s more, a bold piece of furniture is sure to brighten up generic cream painted walls that frequent rented apartments. Look to complementary colours such as yellow, orange and pastel pink for accessories and throw cushions.
TAKE ON AN UPCYCLE PROJECT
Renovating a vintage or pre-loved piece of furniture is a great way to add a touch of Classic Blue to your home. Opt for an art deco drinks cabinet or cocktail chair for a nod to the new age roaring 20’s. A lick of blue paint or a quick reupholstering is a cost-effective way to include 2020’s colour of the year in your home, whilst remaining eco conscious.
ADD AN ACCENT
Unsure about investing in a large statement piece of furniture? Adding accents of Classic Blue through homeware accessories is a noncommittal way to infuse your home with this year’s must-have colour. Blue china vases, soft throws for chairs or beds, and bouquets of fresh blue hydrangeas are all simple interchangeable ways to add hints of Classic Blue into your home.
DON’T FORGET APPLIANCES
True trend seekers will be searching for unusual Classic Blue pieces to add to their homes. Guests will be pleasantly surprised to see a burst of Classic Blue in the kitchen, so why not choose a colourful appliance or kitchen gadget? Be daring with a Classic Blue range or a bright coffee machine or mixer.
MAKE A STATEMENT WITH WALLPAPER
If colour blocking isn’t for you, go for a Classic Blue patterned wallpaper to add a stylish feature wall to your home. Dramatic wallpaper adds depth to any room, showcasing the personality of the home’s inhabitants. Team with furniture, accessories and flowers in pastel shades to create a contrasting composition.
