Colour Trend - Peppermint

The summer season is the perfect time to introduce a fresh and uplifting colour scheme into your home interior. Cool and crisp colour tones work extremely well in both modern and traditional home interiors and create a subtle focal point in any room of the home. PEPPERMINT green is a popular colour choice this 2016 and gives an elegant and feminine finish that works particularly well in living rooms, conservatories and bedrooms.

Colour Palette

For a fresh and tropical interior look then partner peppermint with juicy coral, turquoise and lemon for a colourful and bright finish that brightens up even the darkest of rooms. If you prefer a more elegant and vintage style design then place peppermint with clotted cream, sage and peach for a classic country cottage style that is perfect for more period style homes. For a contemporary and more masculine take on this colour scheme then select a monochrome colour scheme and add accents of peppermint and metallic silver for a hint of glamour and illuminating opulence.

Cushions

Pastel and subtle colour options are a great choice for cushions and throws as they create a splash of colour without overpowering your chosen interior space. For a bold and colourful finish then place peppermint alongside bright coral, azure, lime and violet in abstract or Moroccan print fabrics. For the ambiance of a quintessential British garden choose cushions with bold or period style floral prints such as roses, gerberas or tulips in soft peppermint, lemon, sand and pastel pink tones. If you prefer a more bold and modern look that looks great on a plain leather sofa, opt for monochrome cushions in geometric or chevron print patterns with accents of peppermint, silver and glitter.

Upholstery

If you love the simplicity of neutral coloured upholstery but wish to introduce a hint of colour into your home interior then peppermint is a subtle colour choice with just the right amount of freshness that is perfect for both large and compact rooms. A retro sofa looks great upholstered in a simple peppermint cotton or chenille fabric with natural oak or glistening chrome frames. For a more opulent and luxurious finish then upholster an ornate French chair or chaise lounge with a soft peppermint velvet or satin fabric and team with a matt black or shimmering silver frame for added visual detail. A country cottage look can be achieved by upholstering chunky solid oak dining chairs with a peppermint floral fabric in textural linen or cotton.

Accessories

The subtlety of a peppermint green interior means that it can be accented with a wide range of accessories for a variety of styles and finishes. For a sleek and fresh finish then select crisp white vases, ornaments and frames and place alongside cut glass and crystal items to give an illuminating and reflective finish that is perfect for more compact home interiors. If you wish to balance the femininity of your peppermint backdrop with more masculine accessories then choose black photo frames, candle holders and mirrors that will create a visual contrast against the light and bright decor. Silver items will add to the illuminating summery feel of this colour palette and will provide a hint of glamour that works really well in dining and bedroom interiors.

Furniture

For a classic look then solid oak furniture will compliment the subtle tones of a peppermint interior and create a cottage style ambiance that is perfect for more traditional home interiors. For a striking and glamorous interior design opt for ornate French furniture in matt or glossy black and select statement items such as a dressing table, dining table or display cabinet that will create a focal point in your chosen room. Cream or white painted furniture will compliment the illuminating freshness of the peppermint decor and is ideal for smaller rooms as the crisp tones create a sense of space and light whilst still providing functional and stylish practicality.

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