Colour Trend - Tangerine

Sometimes all a home needs is an injection of colour to make it feel more uplifting and welcoming. This season has seen a huge rise in juicy, fruit inspired colour trends that will give a fresh and summery ambiance in any room of the home. This week we are taking a look at a mouth watering TANGERINE colour palette that will create a bright and eye-catching finish in your home interior and create a space that is full of sunshine on even the greyest of days.

Colour Palette

This citrus tone is perfect for combining with a wide range of co-ordinating and contrasting colour selections. For a classic and elegant design then opt for orangery inspired tones that feature tangerine, soft green, crisp white and peach to give a soft and feminine finish. If you prefer a more bright and botanical look then select tangerine, lime and lemon tones for a hint of summery, tropical illumination that is perfect for living room and conservatory spaces.  A more contemporary look can be achieved using muted dove grey, off white and black with accents of tangerine for a pop of eye-catching colour.

Cushions

If you’re not feeling brave enough to tackle this bold colour choice on your walls then why not add a scattering of tangerine cushions to your sofa or bed for a zoned area of colour that is simple yet effective. This colour works particularly well with retro style 1960s prints and with their bold geometric shapes they are sure to create a focal point on a plain sofa or retro tub chair. For a more tropical style arrangement then opt for photographic tangerine prints and place alongside quirky and funky palm tree, pineapple and beach print cushions for a summertime look that is fresh and fun. If you prefer a more refined and elegant finish then select floral print designs in soft creams, tangerine and green that will create a garden inspired look with a quintessentially British feel.

Upholstery

Bold and bright upholstery is one of the hottest trends for 2016 and is a great way of adding a pop of colour to your current interior decor. For a contemporary twist on a classic look, upholster a period style chesterfield armchair or sofa in a bold tangerine fabric and place in the corner of the room to create a burst of colour that looks great in a crisp white or deep grey interior decor. A more delicate and feminine look can be achieved by upholstering a French style occasional chair or chaise lounge in a tangerine and cream floral fabric that will create an elegant and refined finish to your chosen room. If you wish to update a classic oak dining table or a sleek and modern glass design then add a selection of plain tangerine upholstered dining chairs that will create an eye-catching focal point within your room.

Accessories

If you have concentrated your chosen tangerine tone on your walls and furnishings then it may be best to break up the solid blocks of colour with contrasting accessories and ornaments. White ceramics and collectibles will give a bright and fresh look against a bold painted backdrop or for a more masculine design then opt for deep black or grey accessories such as photo frames, vases and candleholders that will give a visual contrast when placed along a mantelpiece or sideboard area. If you wish to use your accessories to introduce a tangerine accent colour then select a bold orange lamp and base that will create a pop of colour on a side table or bedside or place a selection of tangerine coloured crockery, ornaments and collectables on  a dresser or bookshelf for a zoned area of colour that will compliment a wide range of interior decors.

Furniture

A perfect partner for a tangerine coloured interior is a selection of oak furniture items as their rich golden tones will compliment the orange hues of your chosen backdrop. The textural grain and bold orange tones will create a cosy and warming ambiance that will carry through from the summer to the winter months. For a bright and uplifting finish, why not select some white or cream painted furniture items that will create a fresh and illuminating look that is perfect for smaller home interiors. If you prefer a more contrasting and masculine finish then opt for deep grey or black painted furniture items that will stand out against the bold background and create a sleek and sophisticated feel within your home.

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