What's new in Colour...

Feb. 8, 2012, noon

We’ve all heard that bright orange has been selected as the colour of the year for 2012. This energetic colour has already made a splash amongst fashion designers and the cosmetics industry. Karen Millen, Tommy Hilfiger, and Zara have incorporated the vibrant hue into their spring 2012 collections, and Dior and Rimmel have released several Tangerine-esque nail varnishes.

But how can you incorporate this colour into your home? A bright colour such as Spiced Orange from our Interior Collection can be intimidating to work with, unless you know the tricks of the trade.

We recommend starting small. Using pillows, throws, and accessories are the quickest way to update a room, However you can also add some of this vibrant colour by choosing to paint only a small section of a room such as an alcove or small wall using Colortrend Spiced Orange from our Interior Collection. But tread lightly, because one too many additions can have your home resembling a radioactive pumpkin! The colour has a lot of energy, so it needs to be toned down with neutrals and patterns. It’s also important to spread it evenly throughout the space. You don’t want to oversaturate one area with the colour but don’t be afraid to add a little spice into your home!