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Must Know Tips for Incorporating the Latest Color Trends

Updated: Jan 31, 2019


A new year signifies a fresh start. Change is in the air, and one of the biggest changes in the design world is the announcement of the hottest new colors set to dominate home interiors for the rest of the year.


Color will always remain a significant element of home design and picking the newest color trends doesn’t happen by mistake. Color forecasters are carefully choosing trendsetting colors based on our lifestyles and consumer trends. By looking at the colors of the latest cars, couture fashion, and modern art, designers can predict the colors we’re bound to love in our homes.


Keeping up with the color trends is an ideal way to change the style of your home. With a variety of colors to choose from, you can adjust your color arrangements without time-consuming and costly upgrades.


As you update your interiors with the latest color trends, be mindful of these tips.


Consider Your Personal Preferences First

Nothing is more impressive than being true to yourself. We all love exciting new trends but if a color isn’t meant for you, there’s no need to add it to your home.

A trendy color that doesn’t match your style has the potential to become an eyesore. If a color clashes with your signature colors and style, it disrupts the ambiance of your living space.

Wait a while before deciding to add new colors. If the urge is still there after a few months, go for it.


Let Classic Colors Lead The Way

While the latest trends add more fun and modern appeal to your home, trends are always changing. Let’s assume that you plan to paint your walls to match this year’s biggest color trend. How can you ensure you won’t grow tired of the hue? Will you repaint according to the new trending colors next year?

Start incorporating fresh colors at your residence by making small changes with accent pieces. Fluffy throw pillows, wall art, rugs and furniture in trendy colors won’t go unnoticed. These minor changes will help you decide if you want to make any major updates.


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Understand Color Theory

Stepping into a colorful house does more than capture your eye. It can inspire you, relax you, or boost your energy levels. Color has physical and emotional power, and its power is most effective when paired with intention.

Color theory is shown on the color wheel and works as a creative guideline for your interior décor choices. On the color wheel, you’ll find basic, secondary, and tertiary colors. As you add colors to your home, use the color wheel to find shades to mix and match with trends.

If you want to delve further into the power of color, use color theory to add dimension to a room.


Follow The Rule Of Three

Professional home designers have made the Rule of Three infamous for its unique ability to create a theme in any space using a simple technique.

Following the rule means that you pick a color and then use that color three times in a room as part of your décor. This allows a specific color to stand out while maintaining a sense of simplicity and organization.

The Rule of Three can apply to almost any part of your home. This includes furniture, random knick knacks, rugs, or a wall. Combine the Rule of Three and the knowledge of color theory to completely transform a room without any major overhaul.

But don’t limit yourself to three objects. Build on the rule by displaying more items with your chosen color. Just keep the number of statement pieces at an odd number to increase the visual impact.



Using color to add character to your home requires thought and creative planning, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Remember that being trendy is fun – and it should always be that way!

 
 
 

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