When you're looking for color ideas for your home, it can be easy to rely on tried-and-true schemes. After all, there are so many options out there that choosing the right paint, furniture piece or accessory can feel slightly overwhelming. Although you can never go wrong with a classic combination (think black and white), there are definitely a few pairings that we've come across that will make your space fresh, unique and stunning.
These palettes may consist of colors that you'd think would never work together -- like green and red. But in that case, you'll see that it's all about the shade of green (lime) and the right red. Mixing brights with lights, cool colors with warm, or two shades of the same hue can make for some pretty exciting interiors. Scroll through the photos below to see six of our favorites and make sure to let us know if there are any ideas we left out.
1. Red and Bright Pink: Although you'd think that hues so close on the color wheel would not be a good match, these colors look amazing together. And we especially love it with a pop of lime, too.
2. Turquoise and Tangerine: These colors are directly complimentary -- no wonder they work perfectly in a space.
3. Violet and Marigold: This works because the bright sunny wall color is toned down and grounded by the plum.
4. Cobalt Blue and Fuchsia: Although we're used to seeing bright blue with red, the addition of hot pink makes this vignette totally dynamic.
5. Lime Green and Lemon Yellow: These citrus-inspired colors look awesome together and give off a retro vibe.
6. Peacock Blue And Leafy Green:
Another unusual combination, we're surprised at how well these two cool hues look in the same space.
Need more color inspiration? Click through our slideshow of hues that are calming and de-stressing.
The Best Paint Colors To De-Stress A Room
Soft Blues(01 of08)
Open Image ModalGray Blues(02 of08)
Open Image ModalA light to medium shade of gray-blue can have a similar effect, says Jordan. Color: SW 6242 Bracing Blue (credit:Sherwin Williams)
Aqua Blues(03 of08)
Open Image ModalAqua shades, which are on the bluer side of the green spectrum, can be very calming, Jordan says. Color: SW 6464 Aloe (credit:Sherwin WIlliams)
Pale Greens(04 of08)
Open Image ModalBeige greens and pale yellow-greens are the most stress-reducing shades in the green family, which can can to mind soothing nature scenes. In order to be calming, Jordan says, "They have to be pretty soft and less saturated.” Color: SW 6736 Jocular Green (credit:Sherwin Williams)
Dusty Pinks (05 of08)
Open Image ModalChoose pinks that are on the paler or dustier side for a relaxing feel. “A hot pink room isn’t going to be very calming, but if you do something on the lighter end of the spectrum and somewhat on the gray side, those can be very soothing as well,” says Jordan. Color: SW 6316 Rosy Outlook (credit:Sherwin Williams)
Lavenders(06 of08)
Open Image ModalAlthough purple can be an intense color, “Purples that are on the chalky, dusty side, or more muted shades of violets and lavenders and purples on the greyer side can be calmer." Color: SW 6828 Rhapsody Lilac (credit:Sherwin Williams)
Beiges(07 of08)
Open Image Modal“On the warmer end of the spectrum, beiges and anything in that neutral category tend to be calming, and also warm grays," says Jordan. "When you start getting into true warm colors like oranges or yellows, those typically have more energy to them."Color: SW 6106 Kilim Beige (credit:Sherwin Williams)
Pale Grays(08 of08)
Open Image ModalA light gray, especially when paired with blue or white elements, can create a relaxing atmosphere. "Gray is a perfect choice and can be layered with any of these colors to add to a serene space," says Jordan.Color: SW 7058 Magnetic Gray (credit:Sherwin Williams)
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