Colour Trend - Heather

Spring is the perfect time of year to inject some colour and illumination into your home interior. This season is all about bold and soft purple tones that will create a pop of luxurious colour in your chosen home interior. HEATHER is the perfect choice for both classic and contemporary homes as its subtle dusky tones work perfectly with a wide range of colour combinations and interior styles.

Colour Palette

For a soft and delicate finish partner your chosen heather tone with an off white, lilac and aubergine colour combination for a mix and match of purple tones that will simultaneously contrast and complement each other.  If you prefer a more fresh and botanical feel then pair heather with sage green, mauve and slate grey for a garden inspired look that is perfect for living room and conservatory areas. For a highland inspired home that oozes with warmth and cosiness then marry heather with navy, forest green, chocolate and cream tones to give a rustic yet refined finish that is ideal for cottage style homes.

Cushions

Heather is a great colour choice for cushions as it pairs equally well with both dark and neutral backdrops.  For a light and bright ambiance in your chosen space, opt for a combination of white, dove grey and heather cushions in simple plain, striped or geometric prints that look wonderful in both classic and modern interior spaces. If you prefer a more traditional look then a selection of elegant floral print cushions in heather, green and cream will look fabulous layered on a plain white bed set or beige fabric sofa. Tartan and plaid prints look great in cosy beige, heather and navy and will look fabulous on a chesterfield sofa or armchair for a sophisticated and refined finish.

Upholstery

People often shy away from coloured upholstery in favour of more plain and neutral finishes however a subtle pop of colour can transform the look and feel of your entire room. Heather upholstery will look great in a neutral interior space and a simple satin or linen fabric will work particularly well on a French style chaise lounge or occasional chair for a classic chateau style.  Pair with white painted distressed frames for a shabby chic appearance or glistening silver painted exteriors for a more glamorous interior finish. Classic heather floral prints will look great on a collection of white painted or oak dining chairs or why not upholster a large pouffe in a heather tartan fabric for a cosy and inviting living room area.

Accessories

Pottery and ceramics work really well in earthen and floral tones and purple is the perfect accent colour in a neutral interior space. A classic country style dining room or kitchen can be accentuated with heather coloured, jugs, vases and crockery that will look great as a table setting partnered with a plaid or cream linen table cloth and earthenware mugs, cups and plates. If you prefer a more glamorous look in your chosen interior space then opt for cut glass and crystal accessories or shimmering silver items such as photo frames and candle holders that will look great along a mantelpiece or sideboard and will create a soft and subtle contrast against a heather painted feature wall.

Furniture

The dusky tones of a heather painted interior means that they work extremely well with a wide range of furniture styles and colour options. For a bright and light finish then select white or cream painted furniture items that will create a sense of space and light in even the most compact of interior spaces. If you prefer a cosy country cottage inspired home then opt for textural solid oak furniture items that will emphasise the botanical decor and create an inviting space to sit and relax. For a more glamorous and sophisticated statement then select a feature item such as a dining table, bed frame or dresser in glistening silver or rich black that will create an eye-catching focal point that both contrasts and compliments the soft purple backdrop.

For more ideas on using a heather colour scheme in your home interior, take a look at this week’s latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Heather Colour Trend