Decorating With Color: Pairing Neutrals and Bright Accents

While neutral color schemes offer a generous amount of versatility for decorating, they can make a room feel like it lacks personality. One easy way to liven up a monochrome-themed room is to add pieces featuring fun pops of color. Discover some of the best ways to accessorize your neutral palette with bright accents.

  • Window treatments. Bright curtains or drapes are a great way to add a splash of vivid color and detail to a living room or bedroom. Keeping the walls neutral and incorporating color throughout the window treatments can add personality to a room and bring it to life. Play with colorful patterns or intricate designs to brighten up a space and make it your own.
  • Throw pillows. Add decorative pillows with fun designs in bright colors to your couch or bed. Match these designs to any window treatments to add color without overwhelming the neutral color scheme.
  • Pick up some fresh flowers or plants accent your monochrome kitchen or dining room. Faux plants work just as well, and last a lot longer. Bright and festive plants help to liven up a room.
  • If you are looking to accompany your hardwood floor with a dramatic statement piece, lay down a rug in a bright color. Area are an easy way to work a color or pattern into a neutral room. For added texture and color, play around with layering different area rugs for a truly unique look.
  • Art work. Decorating your walls with art is a great way to work color onto a neutral wall. Pair a painting with family photos, screen prints, or decorative items. You can unite these items into one color scheme or play with accenting hues. Over time, you can build a gallery wall full of color that will become its own unique piece of art.
  • Accent wall. With a neutral color scheme, the easiest way to incorporate color is by adding an accent wall. You can pair almost any color with gray, beige, or off-white. Taupe is an extremely versatile color that could function as a neutral as well. Play with your favorite shades to find the combination of colors that’s right for your home.

Accessorize your neutral palette with these ideas for a fun splash of color in your home. For more help with home decorating, contact one of our advisors today.

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