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30 Stylish Bedroom Color Schemes That Create Cohesion
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Ashley Knierim
Ashley Knierim
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Updated on 02/01/23
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When it comes to decorating a bedroom, one of the first decisions you need to make is the color scheme. Whether you decide to decorate in neutrals or something a little bolder, the right color scheme can set the stage for a comfortable and personalized space. However, it can be tricky to create cohesive bedroom color schemes without carefully considering all the elements of the design, including paint colors and bedding.
If you're ready to bring some color into your bedroom, here are 30 bedroom color schemes to help inspire you.
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Black and White
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Black and white is a timeless combination. This bedroom color scheme can totally transform a space depending on which color you use as your lead hue. By leading with black and keeping accents and accessories white, you can create a moody, sensual space that is effortlessly chic.
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Pink and Muted Green
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When done correctly, pink and green can lend a vintage, timeless feel to a bedroom like in this space from end_of_the_row. Opt for muted shades of green (think sage or olive) and barely there pinks (like blush or rose) to keep the color scheme feeling suitable for adults. Go too vivid, and you risk creating a space that feels overly childlike.
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Burnt Orange and Neutrals
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If you've never considered using orange in the bedroom, this design from its_all_about_the_house might make you reconsider. An understated burnt orange with brown undertones pairs beautifully with neutrals, such as white or tan. Opt for a neutral with warm undertones to play the best with the brown shades in the orange.
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Green and White
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Green is a tranquil color that's perfect for a soothing bedroom, especially when paired with a neutral like crisp white. This hunter green bedroom from renovating_number_16 is the perfect inspiration for a green and white color scheme. It is a great choice in particular for midcentury modern or moody bedroom themes.
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Pink, Orange, and White
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If you are looking for a happy, mood-lifting bedroom color scheme, consider pairing pink, orange, and white like in this room from helloimaubs. Pink and orange are close together on the color wheel. But when you add in white it helps to break up the two vivid shades and keeps the combo restrained and not overwhelming.
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Red, White, and Blue
Studio Peake
While it's possible to go over the top with a red, white, and blue color scheme, this bedroom from Studio Peake proves it can also feel understated and subtle. Allow the blues and whites in your room to take center stage, and weave in red accents throughout the space. Because red is such a fiery, bold color, it's best to keep it subtle to maintain a tranquil, calming space.
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Peach and Tan
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Peach is a subtle hue. But when you pair it with tan shades, it really becomes the focal point and can appear brighter and more vivid. This bedroom from classycasita is soothing yet cheery. The peach walls add just enough color without feeling overwhelming.
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Maroon and Gold
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For a color combination that's a bit glam, consider a deep maroon paired with gold accents, as seen in this bedroom from maritfolland. Maroon is a moody shade that works well as an accent wall or in a rug or bedding. It is strong enough to compete with other bold shades, such as gold or mustard yellow.
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Navy and White
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Looking for a timeless color scheme? Navy and crisp white will always be a classic pairing, and this bedroom from jennifer.paro is proof why. Navy lends depth to any room. And when paired with a contrasting bright white, it feels sleek and stylish. This combo works well in a coastal theme or a modern bedroom.
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Green, White, and Gray
Anne Sage
Green, white, and gray make for a lovely neutral bedroom color scheme. The combo provides a bit of color but still maintains an understated, minimalist feel. The soft, muted blue-grays and washed-out greens in this tranquil bedroom from Anne Sage give the space a vintage, timeless feel. And the creamy white walls prevent the cool colors from taking over.
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White and Wood
Black & Blooms
This Scandinavian-inspired space from Black & Blooms features simple white walls and bedding with natural wood accents. The wood prevents the white from feeling too stark and cold. A light wood tone works well to keep the space feeling bright and airy, but you also can go with darker stains for a more grounded feel.
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Black and Gray
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If moody is your thing, this design from devon_grace_interiors is the perfect bedroom color scheme inspiration. Black paint is one of the bolder color choices you can make in a bedroom. But when it's paired with lighter hues, such as grays and whites, you prevent the room from feeling too dark.
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Tan and White
Hannah Tyler Designs
If a dynamic neutral look is up your alley, a tan and white color scheme like this one from Hannah Tyler Designs is a great alternative to an all-white bedroom. The multiple neutral shades give the space visual interest and depth. But they don't take away from the simple look and feel of the bedroom.
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Olive, White, and Mustard
House 9 Interiors
This olive, white, and mustard color scheme from House 9 Interiors is a beautiful, unique combination that's perfect for bedrooms with vintage flair. Olive is a subdued, relaxed hue that feels as calming as it does trendy. When paired with a bolder color like mustard, you create a comforting but rich color scheme.
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Red and Brown
Jessica Nelson Design
Although this bedroom from Jessica Nelson Design is mostly white, it also features two rich colors: red and brown. The brown creates warmth in the space while still feeling neutral and comforting. And the red brings in just a pop of color for visual interest.
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Purple, Teal, and Gray
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Purple and teal might be too strong of colors to use excessively in a bedroom. But when paired with a dominant neutral gray, they make for perfect jewel tone accents to add some richness and interest without feeling overwhelming. Plus, they look great with natural wood tones.
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Pink and Gold
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A soft pink can feel too childish on its own. But when paired with a rich gold, it becomes a sophisticated bedroom color scheme. Using different shades of pink and gold further up the design factor, making this bedroom feel chic yet soothing.
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Red, Blue, and Yellow
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Primary colors aren't always easy to work with due to their boldness. But when you use red, blue, and yellow in moderation, they can create a comfortable color palette for a bedroom. This color scheme works well in a bedroom where the wall and floor colors are similar shades, so the whole space doesn't feel too color-blocked.
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Gray, Yellow, and White
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For a bedroom that feels soft and airy with just the right amount of color, consider a color scheme of a light gray, yellow, and white. Adding yellow into the mix prevents the white and gray from becoming too cold. And it brings some cheer to the space without being a huge shock of color.
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Gray and White
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Gray and white is a popular color scheme for good reason. It's simple, it can fit many decor styles, and it can accommodate most accent colors. You also can easily switch out accents without having to change the main colors of the room. Choose warmer tones of gray and white, so your bedroom still feels cozy.
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Navy and Taupe
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Like navy and white, navy and taupe is a classic color pairing that will stand the test of time. In this case, the taupe makes the color scheme a little more chic than basic white, and it warms up the space. Gold or brass accents are an effortless way to add even more sophistication.
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Orange and Charcoal
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Orange and charcoal isn't a bedroom color scheme for everyone. But if you like things on the bolder side, it could be a great choice. Use the orange just as an accent in the room, such as on your textiles. Bringing in charcoal as a rug is a great way to anchor the space. And keeping the walls a neutral white helps to balance the vibrant orange.
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Blue and Gray
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For a calming, spa-like bedroom, go with a muted gray and blue color scheme. Picking tones that are fairly similar helps everything blend in the space, which is soothing on the eyes. And bringing in some natural greenery is the perfect way to complete this bedroom oasis.
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Pastels and Neutrals
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Pastels might feel like they're for a child's room. But they also can create an effortlessly chic adult bedroom. Use a creamy neutral on the walls, so the pastels don't dominate. And bring in just two or three complementary pastel shades as accents. Natural wood rounds out the simplicity of the space.
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Mauve and Cream
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Mauve is the perfect whisper of a color that's just one step up from a neutral. And when paired with cream, it creates a cozy and comfortable color combination that still feels stylish. Add pops of gold and black to up the elegance of the color scheme.
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Yellow and Turquoise
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If you're looking to create a supremely cheerful bedroom, consider yellow and turquoise. These colors are sunny and bright, evoking beach house vibes even on gray days. Combine them with a clean white, so they don't overwhelm the space.
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Red and Gray
KatarzynaBialasiewicz / Getty ImagesFire engine red everywhere wouldn't make for the most restful sleep space. But accents of vivid red mixed with a warm gray and other neutrals can create a stylish and visually appealing bedroom. This color scheme works especially well in contemporary designs.
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Gray, Black, and Gold
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For a luxurious bedroom color scheme, consider a mix of gray, black, and gold. Grays on the walls and bedding prevent the space from feeling too bold. And using black and gold as accents adds instant richness to the room.
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Crimson and Green
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A bright red and green would likely feel too reminiscent of Christmastime. But deep crimson and rich forest green jewel tones make for a lush, swanky bedroom color scheme. Gold accents work perfectly with this duo, creating a posh and warm space.
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Purple and Charcoal
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Purple tones can work very well in a bedroom, from soothing lilacs to bold magentas and rich violets. The key is to balance them with a neutral like these charcoal gray walls. The mix of purples and charcoal feels regal and sophisticated, and the color scheme is perfect to darken a bedroom that gets a lot of natural light.
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Deep Red
Heidi Caillier
In this warm yet polished bedroom designed by Heidi Caillier, bewitching red walls set a romantic mood. The accent pillow features a more neon shade of red that brightens up the space while still keeping it calm, cozy, and just a touch mysterious.
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Red Lacquer
FRITZ VON DERSCHULENBURG
High-energy yet calming, bold yet timeless, this jaw-dropping bedroom designed by Brian J. McCarthy is serious goals. For a similar effect, stick to a tight two-color story with the walls in a show-stopping super high gloss paint and your ceiling in a flat white paint. "This finish feels fresh for a guest room, and the surprising pop of color is both warm and chic," he says.
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Bright Red Accents
ALISON GOOTEE
Or, reverse the look and opt for bright white walls and bold red bedding, artwork, and floors. The high-impact combo in this bedroom by Anthony Baratta is all the convincing we need.
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Bubble Gum Pink
Anna Spiro Design
Too outrageous? No such thing. Bright bubblegum pink is a fearless choice. In this bedroom by Anna Spiro, it asserts a youthful spirit to balance out the traditional pieces, like the dresser and tight floral patterns.
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Blush Pink
Francesco Lagnese
If this whimsical bedroom doesn't make you blush, we don't know what will. "Exuberantly feminine, yet resolutely chic" was designer Jonathan Berger's motto for decorating this Brooklyn townhouse. Berger found the suzani on eBay, while and the curvy Venetian-inspired headboard is covered in Nouvelle Orleans, a cut velvet from Clarence House that resembles ironwork but, of course, is much softer to the touch. The antique Napoleon III rope ottoman covered in an Aubusson tapestry adds a French country chic feel to seal the deal.
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Petal Pink
Gaines
Here's another beautiful bedroom making a strong case for blush. Designed by Chip and Joanna Gaines, one of the primary goals of this home renovation was to honor its historical significance. One of the ways they did so was by preserving the existing fireplaces. In this bedroom, the original fireplace remains, but the room gets a fresh update with pretty petal pink paint. A classic oil painting and antique decor nod to the past while the flower sconce embraces the present.
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Peach
Stephen Paul
"The bedroom gets great light throughout the day, so we wanted to go for a peachy color on the walls that would give it a nice glow with the sunlight," Ring explains. The bedroom "feels layered in a comfortable way but not too busy—[you] feel very serene when you’re in the room," Ring says. She also wove some of the client's existing pieces into the design. The pillow, for example, was custom-made out of one of her old vintage quilts and the plexiglass butterfly artwork brings a tough of whimsy.
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Salmon
Avery Cox
The missing piece for this room was the rug, designer Avery Cox says. It helps tie together the paint colors, a light blue for the walls, and a sort of star-fish orange tone for the moldings and door. Deeper and more saturated shades of blue and yellow as well as ruddier shades of pink help contrast, too.
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Coral
Amy Neunsinger
Nothing quite radiates like joy like coral (as far as paint colors are concerned, at least). In this bedroom by Nicky Kehoe, it picks up the bright tones featured in the gallery wall while the trimming, which is a darker gray color, reflects the cooler neutrals in the bedding and accents. Under direct light, it appears brighter, while it mimics the more muted shade of terra cotta in dimmer or less direct light.
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Cream
Matthew Millman
Who says beige and cream are boring? Dependable, versatile, warm, and subtle, these neutrals are some of the best paint colors for a bedroom. A super light taupe shade will contrast just enough with crisp bright interiors while also injecting some warmth into the space. It also brings to mind long walks on a sandy beach. Add pops of cheerful colors with decor and throw pillows or keep it classic, as designer Richard Beard did here.
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Caramel
Danielle Colding Design
Take a cue from this bedroom designed by Danielle Colding and match your upholstered headboard to the walls. Here, the studded boarder adds a touch of intrigue but blends right into the beige color behind it for a timeless look.
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Terracotta
Paul Raeside
A Canadian townhouse's guest bedroom exudes warmth with terracotta walls. A large, statement piece of art helps break up the dark color. Though brown isn't exactly the most obvious paint color when decorating a bedroom, this warm nook makes a strong case for it. The fact that it's unexpected makes it perfect for anyone who likes to experiment with color but doesn't love bright neons and playful pastels.
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Chocolate Brown
Amelia Stanwix
With slightly less of the red clay undertone than the brown paint in the previous room, this color is more calming than it is energizing. Designer Fiona Lynch felt it was perfect for a bedroom. She used Rich Biscuit by Dulux and then mixed in some offbeat accents for an eclectic elegance.
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Ochre and Teal
SIMON WATSON
Designer Peter Dunham created a custom curtain wall and installed bedside sconces to give this small bedroom a regal feel. The mustard accent wall mirrors the upholstered headboard and warms up the room.
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Cornsilk
Heidi Caillier
A pale yellow door sets the tone for the warm and neutral bedroom designed by Heidi Caillier. The other door is painted a light sage green tone, while the moldings are given a coat of chocolate brown. Because the colors are kept contained to smaller surface areas, they work together instead of clashing.
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Marigold
Joshua McHugh
This bedroom proves just how beautiful marigold can look with navy blue and olive green. This sunny shade also works nicely when you incorporate accent pieces with metallic finishes for a glamorous aesthetic. Think bronze pendant lights and stools with interesting frames. These finishes accentuate yellow's shining personality.
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Lemon Yellow
STEPHEN KENT JOHNSON
It's always a good idea to consult the color wheel at every step of the decorating process. Knowing which colors complement one another will make everything easier, from ideating to shopping, and, of course, living within the final result. A good example of a job well done? This gray and yellow bedroom designed by Juan Carretero. There's no doubt that yellow represents cheer, so if you want to spread warmth and energy, this is the color for you. You'll love how the bright striped ceiling brings in a more playful element to the more traditional guest room.
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Butter Yellow
James Merrell
Designed by Kathryn M. Ireland, these white-painted wicker twin beds are topped with mosquito net canopies for an ethereal touch. The rose-printed canopy toppers offer a slight contrast in pattern but keep the color story consistent, and the yellow walls anchor the entire space.
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Green and Gold
Roland Bello
Instead of paint, consider lush green upholstery and illustrious wallpaper. Miles Redd makes a strong case for the design combo in this breathtaking and colorful bedroom. De Gournay's hand-painted silk Sans Souci wallcovering lays the foundation for a bright green paradise to come alive.
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Sage Green
2LG Studio
Instead of painting your walls, add a statement ceiling in the bedroom, as the design duo at 2LG Studio did here. It draws the eye up and keeps things interesting. This shade of sage green is also a lovely color that's at once grounding, calming, and fun.
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Light Gray-Green
Shade Degges
"I wanted to create a bedroom full of personality," designer Jae Joo says of the main bedroom in this Boston Rowhouse. Though classic and understated, the room brims with character thanks to a shrunken photo gallery, curved furniture, and colorful accents. The light gray walls look blue in some lighting and green in others; either way, they're a welcome departure from the go-to white canvas most bedrooms feature.
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Khaki Green
Heidi Caillier Design
In this cabin designed by Heidi Caillier, the guest bedroom is painted a soothing, nature-inspired shade of green. It's fitting for the environment, and speaks to all the other accent colors used throughout the space for a nice cohesive whole.
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Deep Earthy Green
Gieves Anderson
David Frazier took a moody and earthy approach in his New York City apartment bedroom. While the color (Studio Green from Farrow & Ball) is worth praising, it's also the texture-rich finish that elevates the walls. "We wanted to showcase the movement in the plaster, so we had the walls painted in a satin finish it gives a certain depth that we wouldn’t have been able to achieve with a flat paint.”
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Matte Marine
Stephen Kent Johnson
A matte version of that moody marine hue is also a great option and creates a softer atmosphere. Studio Shamshiri enveloped the entire room in the color, including the ceiling.
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Dark Teal
Landed Interiors
A calming and rich shade of paint inspires rest in this San Francisco bedroom designed by Landed Interiors. If you're looking for a warmer shade of blue or wondering how to warm up cooler blue, look no further.
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Deep Navy
STEPHEN KENT JOHNSON
Paint your walls a nice deep shade of navy and then punctuate the depth with crisp white accents and vibrant bedding for a balanced bedroom. In this space designed by Mally Skok, the playful patterns contrast nicely with the deep blue walls, giving the room a touch of levity.
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Steel Blue
Read McKendree
In a room by Elizabeth Cooper, this steel blue gray paint color brings a posh sensibility to the more whimsical floral details for a nice balance. The color will flatter a variety of styles and designs as bedding and decor are swapped out over the years, too. she used Farrow & Ball's Hauge Blue.
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Cobalt Blue
PHOTO: Bjorn Wallander; DESIGN: Alisa Bloom
High gloss paints are a surefire way to make a bold statement. In this bedroom designed by decorator Alisa Bloom, the rich, liquidy sheen of the finish bounces light around a dark room. She used Fine Paints of Europe’s Delft Blue 4003 in Hollandlac Brilliant to illuminate the entire bedroom.
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Crisp Light Blue
Eric Piasecki
Here's definitive proof that primary colors go together nicely. This bedroom designed by Robin Henry is a breath of fresh air, thanks to the invigorating blue paint—the varying shades of blue throughout the room make it look like it's glowing.
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Mint Green
Trevor Tondro
Paired with a slightly more pistachio-hued upholstered headboard and a retro-style crocheted coverlet, this bedroom designed by J. P. Horton belongs in the summer getaway home of our dreams. The traditional landscape painting and warm wood side chair ground the space and work beautifully with the mint green paint.
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Sky Blue
Eric Piasecki
Though this shade of blue in a bedroom by Ellie Cullman definitely makes a statement, it doesn't overpower the space nor overwhelm the eye—that's because it's consistent and surrounded by classic accents and refined furnishings. We love how it mimics the sky applied ina high gloss on the ceiling.
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Baby Gray Blue
Mikael Axelsson for Fantastic Frank
A soothing soft blue is a key ingredient for a peaceful bedroom. It adds an ethereal, dreamy quality to every space but also offers a ton of versatility, making it particularly well-suited for the bedroom. The linen bedding and makeshift side table accent chair contribute to that easy, undone elegance.
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Crisp White
Tamsin Johnson Interiors
This bedroom is a showstopper, but it's also simple and timeless. And though some may say white is the absence of all colors, we'd argue this one is making quite a statement. In fact, sometimes neutral hues give the space a more timeless and open feel while also allowing other design highlights to stand out more. This bedroom by Tamsin Johnson marries classic architecture with contemporary style and the walls are painted in a pure, cool shade of white that really energizes the entire space.
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Greige
David Mitchell
If you think crisp all-white interiors look too stark but still like the look and feel of light neutrals, opt for warm oat-y creams or layers of soft, smoky grays. The results are edgy and industrial yet gentle and understated. Take note of this beautiful neutral bedroom designed by Rupp Studios.
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Light Lilac
Annie Schlechter
This lavender oasis designed by Cathy Chapman is proof that you can decorate with color while still being understated. Though it's bursting with shades of lavender, this little nook also exudes a calm, serene energy. The key is to stick to a color story of muted pastels. In this case, the designer worked within a purple spectrum while keeping things interesting with contrasting textures, shapes, and finishes.
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Deep Beige
WERNER STRAUBE
To warm up a bright bedroom without painting all the surfaces something other than classic white, cover one wall in a printed covering and another in a warm, neutral color. In this versatile bedroom designed by Corey Damen Jenkins, the far wall is painted in a light sandy beige hue, marrying the cooler blues, whites, and grays with the warmer wood and cream tones as well as the brass accents.
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Dusty Purple
Kingston Lafferty Design
Though purple and black don't seem like the most obvious pair for a grownup, calming bedroom, they actually work together brilliantly here. Kingston Lafferty Design accentuated the purple details in the shelf and bedding with a dusty, gray purple tone and then played up the cooler undertones with sharper black metal accents.
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Royal Purple
Bjorn Wallander
Window treatments will make a bedroom more comfortable for lazy morning sleep-ins, but if your room is super bright, a deep shade of royal purple on an accent wall like Krsnaa Mehta did here will help absorb light while still adding vibrant personality.
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Violet
Courtesy of Nicole Franzen
If you want to keep color from overpowering your space or you simply want to give your room a little more shape, color blocking is your solution. There are plenty of ways to play with this design trend, from more subtle and simple toning treatments to full on murals. This bedroom designed by GRT Architects is somewhere in between. If you like what you see, try painting your paneling and leaving the walls light. Then opt for a low-to-the-ground bed to show it off even more.
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Light Pink and Lavender
Ngoc Minh Ngo
A sweet lavender hallway frames the pink floral bedroom beyond for a sweet foundation while the black and white floors, dark mahogany table, and red bedding polish and ground the space by decorator David Kaihoi.
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Deep, Dark Purple
Thijs de Leeuw/Space Content/Living Inside
For a thoroughly special bedroom paint color, look no further than this bedroom designed by Atelier ND, where the walls are painted in Pontefract by Paint & Paper Library. The unique hue defies definition (but if we had to try, we'd say it's a purplish-reddish black)—which is one of the many reasons the design team chose it. The pendants were sourced from an old church and a Vispring bed is upholstered in pink Pierre Frey mohair.
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Gray
Mali Azima
The blue ombre curtains embolden the romantic ceiling paint and emphasize the purple undertones of the gray base color in this bedroom designed by Janie Molster.
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Light Gray
Stephen Karlisch
An ultra pale shade of gray flatters the green and indigo tones in this bedroom designed by Jean Liu. Opt for a similar shade if you're looking for a subtle neutral that'll be a little less jarring on the eyes than a bright white.
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Grayscale
Tim Street-Porter
And for our final stop on this tour of bedroom colors, we're presenting you with a whole new world of options: Wallpaper. This bedroom isn't just a living space, it's a work of art. Our eyes are immediately drawn to the hypnotizing black painted stripes that trace the architectural DNA of the house itself, beautifully modernizing the bones of the Victorian home decorated by Martyn Lawrence Bullard. The moody, lush throw pillow and end blanket add just a splash of color, which is really all you need in a space like this.
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Soft Black
Farrow & Ball
While we often think of bright whites and crisp, light hues when trying to open up a smaller space, there's also a strong case for going darker. In fact, inkier tones are known to amplify smaller spaces. Not to mention, it sets the right mood in the bedroom. The soft black paint color in this bedroom makes it feel special and intimate in ways you'd never be able to achieve with a lighter hue.
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20 ideal color combinations in the interior of the bedroom
The design of a room or apartment usually begins with the choice of color combinations. After all, the correct use of colors is the key to a harmonious, stylish and holistic interior.
We share a cheat sheet that will help you choose the perfect color scheme for decorating your bedroom. We are sure that falling asleep and waking up in such a room will be much more pleasant. After all, everyone wants to create a cozy, pleasant environment in their apartment (house), preferably with their own hands. But how to choose the right combination of colors in the interior of the bedroom?
Tip! To soften contrasting shades, it is better to take not opposite colors, but neighboring ones. Such couples are considered "most distant". For example, yellow-blue, as well as orange-turquoise or salad red. It is important in the interior to observe color proportions and shades in order to create beauty and elegance.
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If one of the spouses has an intellectual profession, then a couple of colors are desirable in the bedroom: white and blue to concentrate on feelings.
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When working actively, it is better to choose green or pastel colors for quick relaxation.
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© Giesendesign BEAL, ORIN and black © ideasdesign Consider how to choose a color for your bedroom. For a fashionable bedroom, you need to think over the style, then decide on the colors of the wallpaper, floor, textiles. For walls, you need to choose wallpapers of the same color, you can use different ones, but in the same tone. You can zoning the room horizontally with different wallpapers. In the finished room, an unusual option would be inserts from other wallpapers of the original form. Separate the wallpaper with moldings or borders, which is very effective. To highlight one wall (at the headboard), you need to stick bright wallpaper around the bed, but choose a combination with others. You can increase the height not only with a light ceiling, but also with vertical wallpaper with light stripes. You should always be ready to experiment. © Thosemartswarm © Interiormagazines Lemo © Lemon combine colors, examples from photo Walls are the backdrop that sets the atmosphere of the house, so the choice of color is a responsible matter. Repainting / regluing is a rather laborious and not very pleasant process. Therefore, many fears and doubts are born. What if the interior is too dark/cold/bright/sterile? As a result, most people settle for the most "safe" and proven option. Most often it is “beige” (What? Warm color, goes with everything). How to stop being afraid of color and how to make a beautiful interior in your favorite colors? What are the rules for color combinations? Let's figure it out. Color will help us. The color wheel model, designed by the Swiss artist Johannes Itten, will be an excellent cheat sheet in the selection of a harmonious color scheme. The Itten circle consists of 12 parts. This is a table of three primary colors (red, yellow, blue), three additional (composite) colors, which are formed by mixing the primary (green, purple, orange) and six tertiary colors, which are formed by combining the primary with additional ones. All colors can be divided into cold and warm. Neutral colors (black, white, gray, ivory, brown, beige) are included in a separate category. They go well with other colors from the circle, as well as with each other. Use them as a background for other colors (for example, you can make walls in neutral shades, but bring color into the interior with furniture, textiles or bright posters) or add accessories in neutral tones to “dilute” the main color a little. It's very simple. There are only six canonical schemes (selections) of color combinations in the interior. Let's look at them with examples. This is the simplest and "safest" option. 3 consecutive colors are taken from the palette. Use shades of these colors in interior design and you are guaranteed a calm, beautiful interior. Complementary colors are colors that are at diametrically opposite ends of the circle. One of the colors will be the main, contrasting color, you can emphasize the details of the interior. If you are afraid that it will be too bright, dilute the room with neutral colors to a level that is comfortable for you personally. It looks like a complementary combination, only two neighboring sectors are added to one of the colors. Decorate the apartment in these colors, and leave the contrast for small interesting details. Or, on the contrary, make one color the main one, and use the other two, closer ones, for accents. This is a more complicated version. A combination of three colors equidistant on a circle. Here, one color is usually taken as the basis. The other two are used for accents. If you are afraid that it will come out too colorful, dilute it with neutral colors “to taste”. Use two pairs of contrasting colors. It is important not to overdo it, otherwise the interior may turn out to be colorful. It would be more correct to choose one main color and three additional ones. The square scheme is a variation of the rectangular scheme, but the colors used in it are located in a circle at an equal distance from each other. This scheme is not for everyone. Interiors with a large number of colors are bright, interesting, but eventually tiring. This approach is a good way to design oriental or boho style interiors. Possible. If combinations from the circle are still intimidating, the easiest and safest option is to choose one color and combine it with neutral companions. It will turn out simple, stylish, minimalistic and modern. We finally decided on the colors. But how to choose the right tone? Dark? Light? And how to combine them? Shade compatibility depends on the task. You can, for example, take selected colors of very light tones. The interior will be light and delicate. This is a great solution for children's design. And you can use the most saturated colors. This will make the room bright, atmospheric, inspiring and energizing, so this option is not very suitable for the bedroom. There it is better to use more calm tones. And you can take one or more soft shades and one - saturated. Colors "work" together, complementing and emphasizing each other. Against the background of delicate pastel colors, a bright color will sound in a completely new way. Try it! Warm colors are best for the kitchen. For example, orange, yellow and red - they improve mood and improve appetite. They can be used as an accent on one of the walls, an apron, and also on appliances, furniture and accessories. Neutral white, beige, gray and black work well as companions for such bright, cheerful shades. If the kitchen windows face south, it is better to refuse too warm tones, as they increase the feeling of heat and stuffiness. Pay attention to the no less winning combination of brown and green. It creates a cozy atmosphere and makes us a little closer to nature. The color scheme of the bedroom should help you relax and sleep sweetly after a hard day. Pastel colors are the best. Pay attention to such colors as milky, gray, sand, chocolate, gold, delicate lilac, blue, pink and turquoise, which can be harmoniously combined with each other. The bathroom is where we start and end our day. Here it is important to find a balance and choose a color scheme that will invigorate and delight in the morning, and relax and soothe in the evening. The most popular solutions are: white with blue or blue, white with beige and gray, white with chocolate. But it is better to avoid green - in the bathroom it will be associated with mold and dampness. As a rule, the footage of the bathroom is not large, so you should give up the abundance of too dark or bright colors that visually reduce the space. Bedroom Wallpaper Color
Orange and blue Orange and blue
Blue and Red Blue and Red © Lemember
A bit of theory
How does it work?
1. Analog triad
2. Complementary combination
3. Contrasting triad
4. Classical triad
5. Rectangular/square pattern
Could it be easier?
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Kitchen color combination
The combination of colors in the bedroom
Bathroom color combination