Colour Trend - Chocolate

It seems that during the festive season we are surrounding by chocolaty goodies and desserts that are simply too good to resist so why not transfer those rich and opulent tones into your interiors with a CHOCOLATE interior colour theme.

This sumptuous colour tone will create a cosy and snug atmosphere within your chosen interior space and is a versatile feature colour that works well with both neutral and glamorous colour palettes. A popular choice in a wide range of interior settings you can create a retro vintage feel or a sleek contemporary finish that is opulent and chic.

Colour Palettes

The deep and rich hues of chocolate colour tones look fabulous alongside other earthen tones such as beige, taupe and cream and will create an elegant look that is not overpowering.  Bold orange and yellow also look great with a chocolate interior backdrop and gives a vintage, retro feel that is great for more fun and colourful homes. If you prefer to keep your interior classic and chic with a splash of French boutique flair then partner your chocolate colour palette with rich gold and bronze colour tones that will provide a rococo style ambiance that is perfect for living room and bedroom areas.

Upholstery

Chocolate upholstery is a long favoured colour choice in both period and minimal home interiors. Baroque brown and gold floral fabrics look fabulous on a stylish occasional chair or chaise lounge and create a sense of glamour and flamboyance that is perfect for dressing rooms and bedroom seating areas. Chocolate brown leather is a versatile material for upholstery within your home and looks stately and refined on a classic chesterfield suite or equally elegant on a sleek and modern sofa for a clean yet cosy contemporary look.

Cushions

Your upholstered seats and dressed beds can be given a textural and visual finishing touch with a scattering of chocolate cushions in a range of fabrics and patterns. Simple suede and chenille materials look great as plain coloured cushions as their textured feel provides visual depth and appeal that accentuates their rich chocolaty tones. Satin and brocade fabrics look fabulous with period floral prints and rococo patterns that can be accentuated with a scattering of gold metallic cushions that will create a contrasting yet complimentary colour palette against a plain upholstered sofa or bed spread.

Accessories

Chocolate decor provides a deep and sumptuous back drop that can be easily complimented by a wide range of home accessories and colours. If you are using chocolate as an accent colour then a scattering of deep brown blown glass is great at showcasing the richness of the colour whilst still maintaining a sense of luminance and subtlety. If you are adventurous with your colour choices then choose a selection of vases, bowls and ornaments in bold colour choices such as yellow, orange and red that will look amazing on a fireplace or sideboard area. For a classic and traditional finish then select period style candlesticks, photo frames and mirrors in ornate gold finishes that will add a shimmering and opulent finish to your home interior.

Furniture

French gold leaf bed with chocolate brown upholstery

There are several avenues to explore when selecting furniture items that will compliment your chocolate interior setting; do you want to accentuate the dark and deep backdrop of your home or contrast with lighter and brighter furniture option? If you like to embrace the cosy and snug nature of chocolate interiors then partner your colour palette with some rich and coffee coloured hardwood items that will give a sense of stateliness and masculine charm within your chosen space. If you do not wish the room to look too dark then try selecting a statement item such as a dresser, dining table or bed frame that will add a rich centrepiece without overcrowding the interior space. If you prefer to contrast the dark walls with more uplifting furniture items then a selection of cream or white painted pieces will provide a sense of space and light within your home.  The crisp and light finish works perfectly against any dark paintwork or accessories and makes this colour choice work for even the smallest of rooms within the home.

For more ideas on using a chocolate colour palette in your home then take a look at our latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Chocolate Colour Trend or for complimentary furniture items then head over to the website where you will find our extensive Hardwood and Painted furniture