Navy, Coral and White…Oh My!
If you read my blog regularly you have no doubtingly heard me mention my obsession with NAVY. I love this color much for the same reason I love Grace Kelly, Jackie O and Kate Middleton – navy is always classy with a sophisticated stance. This year you have also heard me mention Pantone’s Color of the Year: Tangerine Tango, a hue that gives off warmth and energy. Lately I have been day-dreaming about these two fabulous colors married together in a home (yes, design does find its way into my subconscious) and I love the idea…well almost.
While I love the warmth tangerine offers against the dark side of navy it gets dangerously close to looking like collegiate school colors, particularly my alma-mater, The University of Virginia (UVA). So, after some research and reflection, I have come up with a new color combination that is my new and improved obsession: Navy, CORAL and White.
Coral has the pink under-tones that offer the femininity I was so desperately seeking in this new play on navy. And white seals the deal in this trio. I have come across some photos I would like to share with you to illustrate just how fabulous this color palette is. Take a look and let me know what you think!
{San Francisco based interior design firm Massucco Warner Miller created this sumptuous bedroom. The headboard provides stability in this room in combination with the geometric wall treatment. White and navy dominate the bedroom, but coral pillow shams accessorize the bed brilliantly. The navy detailing in the tufted headboard is heavenly and the converted closet to workspace is genius.}
{Let’s face it; the nautical look is here to stay. It is reflected in every spring fashion line and interior design will follow suit. While I have not always been a fan, in recent years I have come around to the look because amazing designers have offered up alternatives to the traditional nautical themes of the past. This room exemplifies, a modern twist on a the nautical theme fantastically! The clean lines of these white and navy sofas are contemporary and chic. Pillows further accessorize the sofas in eye popping patterns of coral and navy. Ceramic jugs hand-painted with floral details in coral provide an amazing back drop while the stark white coffee table and vase allow the flowers to take center stage. My favorite detail…the piece of coral delicately resting on a few well-placed novels.}
{These coral color painted frames serve this wall as art. The varying sizes of the frames along with space consideration and strategic placement complete this sea-side nook. The coral and white fabric decorating the tiny ottoman bring a cozy feel and an extra seat to the space.}
{Clean and white are the claim to fame for this room. Amazing navy trim defines the lines of the chairs and ottoman. A coral inspired fabric graces the surface of another chair and throw pillow. Flooring is not forgotten in this space where a coral rug rests it’s threads. This room is like a breath of fresh air to me, I feel relaxed just looking at the picture. Don’t you?}
{Amanda Nisbit is the designer of this delectable home in the Hamptons. Natural wood, navy and coral are the focal point of this room. It’s important to note that some of the corals in this home reflect a more orange hue. When shopping for coral accessories you will find a range of hues – some taking on a more pink undertone, while others displaying more of an orange tone. The natural wood coffee table in this photo is amazing, truly embracing the origin of its former glory. I certainly would welcome the opportunity to relax in this Hamptons retreat after a long day at the beach. Wouldn’t you?}
{Amber Interior Designs put this photo collage together and I just love it. Interior designers everywhere are embracing the endless possibilities this color palette offers to a home.}
As you can see, I am not alone in my passion for this trio of colors. Navy, coral and white are energizing while remaining dignified and classic. I hope I have given you some inspiration for your future decorating projects.
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