You’ve seen it on runways and in magazines. Pantone recently announced the color of 2014: Radiant Orchid. Pantone says the color evokes feelings of joy, health and love. So it’s only natural to fall in love with Radiant Orchid when you first lay eyes on it.
If you want to experiment with the gorgeous hue — which is a combination of fuchsia with purple and pink undertones — don’t be afraid. When done right, Radiant Orchid can add a touch of elegance, as well as a pop of color to your space. Here are a few tips for how it can be incorporated throughout your entire home.
On the Walls
Be bold and experiment with Radiant Orchid on your walls. If you’re not ready to commit to an entirely fuchsia room, try just an accent wall to really brighten up your space. Radiant Orchid will pair well with neutrals such as taupe, gray and beige in the various rooms of your home.
All About Accessories
Scour your favorite home décor stores for vases, pillar candles and other accessories in Radiant Orchid. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Don’t be afraid to do it yourself. Pick up these items from your nearest Dollar Store, and invest in a can of spray paint. Group Radiant Orchid statement pieces with turquoise items to dial up the glam factor.
Pass the Pillows
Throw pillows can be a great way to add visual interest to a room. Radiant Orchid solid and patterned pillows would really pop against a hunter green sofa and pair well with teal pillows or an olive throw. Consider reupholstering an existing accent chair in the bright hue to really stand out in your living room.
Brighten Up Bedding
Swapping out your bedding is an easy way to give your bedroom a makeover. Capture the elegance of Radiant Orchid with a luxurious duvet, add an assortment of fuchsia-hued accent pillows or even invest in a tufted headboard in Pantone’s color of the year. In addition to the colors mentioned above, Radiant Orchid also pairs well with light yellow, which opens up a number of options for bedroom textiles.
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