Colour Trend - Dark Chocolate

Cosy colour schemes are perfect for creating a sanctuary from the cold winter weather and this year DARK CHOCOLATE is set to be one of the most popular colour schemes of the season. This deep and rich brown hue is perfect for creating a traditional rural feel in the home but can also be teamed with sleek or bold colours for a more contemporary designer finish.

Colour Palette

For a cool wintery feel in your home, team dark chocolate with mocha, dove grey and iced blue to give a perfect balance of cosy and crispy tones that are chic and masculine. If you prefer a more colourful interior look then partner dark chocolate with cool grey, terracotta and mustard for a warm swathe of colour with a hint if 1970s retro charm. Dark chocolate, red and cream work extremely well together and can be used to create a cosy country cottage feel in your chosen room. For a period style look then combine dark chocolate with deep fern green or regal purple for a stylish stately home.

Cushions

Dark chocolate coloured cushions make a great feature in any living room or bedroom as they can be partnered with a wide variety of complimentary colours depending on your chosen theme. A selection of dark chocolate and gold satin cushions will look great on a cream fabric sofa to give a refined and sophisticated interior look. For a more cosy and snugly look then team dark chocolate and cream knitted cushions with chocolate, beige and fox faux fur cushions for a warm winter design. If you prefer a more feminine design then select chocolate brown, pale grey, green and pink cushions in bold floral prints that are sure to update a plain upholstered sofa space.

Upholstery

Leather upholstery is not only timeless but practical and hardwearing and dark chocolate brown is the perfect colour choice for a wide variety of homes. Dark chocolate leather makes a great addition to a sleek modern sofa or a traditional chesterfield armchair and will also look great on chunky oak dining chairs for a classic rustic finish. For a more refined and glamorous look then upholster a gold framed, carved French armchair with some luxurious dark chocolate velvet or satin that will compliment the glistening framework and will look great as a reading chair or occasional chair with a co-ordinating carved dressing table.

Accessories

A dark chocolate interior will look fabulous adorned with gold or copper accessories that will create a shimmering focal point within your room. Opt for vases, candle holders and frames that will stand out against the deep and dark chocolate backdrop and create a hint of glamour that works particularly well in living room and bedroom interiors. If you wish to create a more light or open feel then white or cream accessories will create a sense of space in more compact rooms of the home. Coloured accessories will also work well with a dark chocolate colour scheme; red is particularly appropriate for the upcoming festive season and will look great teamed with gold as a dinner setting for your family meals or dinner parties.

Furniture

Oak furniture will look great with a dark chocolate colour scheme and creates a warm and cosy ambiance that is refined and timeless. Mahogany furniture ties in nicely with the rich tones of a chocolate backdrop but be careful not to overpower the room, perhaps stick to one or two statement items that tie into the overall look. White and cream painted furniture will create a light and bright feel against the darker backdrop; opt for country cottage style items for a classic look or craved French furniture for a luxurious chateau style finish.

For more ideas on using a dark chocolate colour scheme in your home, take a look at our latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Dark Chocolate Colour Trend