There are some really exciting trends going on for color combinations this year. Here are some of the most popular:
Going Green: Let's face it, the world is going green. Now-a-days it is so much easier to be environmentally conscious than it was even five years ago. It used to be the tree-hugging, granola-eating, Birkenstoch-wearing type of people who would make an effort to help our environment. But with new technology and more innovative ways, going green is not only simple, but it can be beautiful as well. Therefore, the trend of going green has spilled over into a very popular color combination. This is more of a monochromatic (one color, but in different shades) scheme. Anything and everything from deep pine greens, to sage, to your classic green-apple work well together. One thing to keep in mind when going monochromatic: it's best if you break up the color with your neutrals (black, white, and brown) and texture.
Classy Elegance: Your traditional black and white is really popping up this year. Again, because there isn't much, it's best to add interest in the room with texture and one accent color. By adding texture, the room will feel very elegant and chic. And having one accent color will add drama. This color combination is best if used in the master suite or guest suite.
Home Lovin': Our country is going through a lot right now. We're in war, the economy is struggling, and we're always on the go with some sort of electronic attached to us. When people come home they want to feel secure and loved. Imagine one of your grandma's cross-stitched pieces with all the deep, rich colors in it: Cranberry Red, Pumpkin Orange, Chocolate Brown, Mustard Yellow, and Hunter Green. While these colors are your typical autumn colors, they are definitely being used year-round and in all rooms.
Rachel Hagen has quickly established herself as one of Utah's most sought-after young interior designers. She has been quoted in design magazines, highlighted as a speaker at women's conferences on the subject of fashion and design, and is a featured designer in the 2008 Utah Parade of Homes. Visit her website, RachelHagenDesign.com, for more information or her blog, EleganceRedefined.com, for more inspiration.
