the palette: the new neutrals

Say good-bye to bisque, taupe, and beige, and welcome these fresh neutrals into your space.

Think greenDune Grass 492,Benjamin Moore

ocean calmQuiet Moments 1563,Benjamin Moore

sage adviceSilver Sage,Restoration Hardware

mellow yellowCornsilk 198,Benjamin Moore

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spring 2012 color palettes

the palette: the budding artist

A little of this, a little of that. Your home resembles a deeply layered oil painting: bright hues from every angle of the color wheel that work together to create a visual masterpiece. Bold tones enrich your life and fuel your creative fire. When guests visit, they ask you for color tips.

wallBeige isn’t always boring. Here, it’s a foundation for major impact.

Chatham Tan 00YY 33/138, Glidden

TrimGotta love a bright white that reads warm.

Air .01 Yolo Colorhouse

FurniTureCool and refreshing—like the shade under a canopy of trees.

Evergreen Bough 700F-6, Behr

accenTThis luxurious hue is like jewelry for your walls.

Adriatic Sea SW 6790, Sherwin-Williams

accenTRemember the best sunset you’ve ever seen? That’s this color.

Scarlet Sun 1011-1, Valspar

(p. 51)the palette: the earthy urbanite

You can’t resist splashing through puddles—but you do it wearing a cute pair of rubber boots, thank you very much. You love vibrant pops of monochromatic color, and you’re not afraid of a little contrast. You’re equally inspired by strolls on downtown sidewalks and by cruises along wooded bike trails.

wallA hint of brown adds earthy undertones to this gray.

Fossil Grey 30YY 56/060, Glidden

accenTA deep reds amps up the intensity in any room.

Regal Red 150D-7, Behr

accenTPump up your palette with splashes of lime green.

Springtide 17-11, Pratt & Lambert

accenTBright orange takes charge without being too loud.

Orangeen B1-1, Dutch Boy

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the palette: the sassy seasider

You love sun, surf, and sky—just hold the sugary sweetness, please! That jar of tumbled sea glass you gathered as a kid still makes you smile, but nowadays you prefer to hunt treasures at boardwalk shops.

wallThink early-summer sky with a playful breeze.

Blue Bauble SW6948, Sherwin-Williams

TrimLike your fave shorts, this hue goes with everything.

Light Khaki 2148-40, Benjamin Moore

accenTTake a dip in this clear, crisp Caribbean-inspired hue.

Calypso SW6950, Sherwin-Williams

accenTIt’s seafoam with a dash of sophistication.

Light Willow BHG708, Better Homes and Gardens for Glidden

accenTA pop of pink brings some heat to this cool crew.

Silk Ribbon 110B-6, Behr

(p. 79)the palette: the accessory addict

wallThis soothing gray just begs for accessorizing.

Antique Pewter 140-3, Mythic Paint

wallA few shades darker on the color chip, this gray can handle any sassy wall art you throw at it.

Castle Gate 140-4, Mythic Paint

accenTTurquoise looks good on everybody—and in almost any room.

Surf Blue 2056-30, Benjamin Moore

accenTChartreuse green sings against any neutral.

Lime Passion 6008-10C, Valspar

You’d pair a blingy five-tier necklace with an understated sweater. Or purple wedge heels with a plain pencil skirt. You know fabulous accessories look best on neutral foundations. The same is true for room palettes.

(p. 65)the palette: the bright one

You’re no shrinking violet. You like your color palettes bold and bright. When it comes to the color wheel, you prefer opposites that attract, as these radiant yellow and blue hues demonstrate. Though one is warm and the other cool, they come together to make the perfect pair.

wallsLight mellow yellow sets the color scheme in motion.

Iced Lemon BHG610, Better Homes and Gardens for Glidden

wallsAdd a darker shade of yellow for tone-on-tone depth.

Golden Yellow 3007-1B, Valspar

deskCobalt or another bold blue pops off yellow.

Lapis Enamel E22-1, Dutch Boy

accenTA natural complement to yellow, orange adds zest.

Orange Burst 230B-6D, Behr

accenTWhites are essential to toning down bold palettes.

Distant Star, The Freshaire Choice

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the palette: the nature lover

You’re happier on the bike trail than on the interstate. And you’d take an al fresco picnic over a five-course dinner at a fancy restaurant. Your color cues come from plants, lakes, and sunrises. Earthy blues and greens make you feel at home, while accents in gold and orange wildflower hues make you smile.

wallAt dusk or dawn this cool blue hue graces skies.

Cool Sausalito E3-4, Dutch Boy

cabineTsCrisp white is a must in neat, orderly spaces.

Pure White 7005, Sherwin-Williams

accenTEarthy green greets you with a delightfully serene scene.

Herbal Garden 420D-5, Behr

accenTLight and happy, sunny yellow brings a smile anytime.

Spectrum Yellow 14-12, Pratt & Lambert

(p. 99)the palette: the time traveler

You crave color from another era, be it the neon hues of the ‘80s or the flower power pastels of the ‘60s. Look to pop culture—magazines, music, fashion—from the decade of your desire to put together your perfect palette. This one—inspired by designer Kate Schintzius’ sassy ‘70s style—hits all the right notes.

wallThere’s nothing bashful about this bold blue.

Inner Harbor E2-2, Dutch Boy

wallIt might overwhelm an entire room, but this sugary pink on an accent wall is sweet.

Flamingo Dream 140B-5A, Behr

TrimBright white stands out against deeper hues.

Ultra White 7006-24, Valspar

accenTCoat small furniture pieces in this dark shade, then add lacquer for an inky shimmer.

Twilight Zone 2127-10, Benjamin Moore

accenTYou can’t cop ‘70s attitude without a glam take on gold.

Patent Yellow, Pratt & Lambert

(p. 87)the palette: the gardener

You live for spring: long days of sunshine, open windows, the first flowers peeking out of the soil. You’re drawn to colors that are bright but not loud. You want your spaces to soothe and inspire you.

wallCheery as a bed of daffodils.

June Day 370B-4P,Behr

TrimThis not-quite-white subtly warms your rooms.

Beach Pearl,The Freshaire Choice

FurniTureMay day! This pink recalls the season’s first tulips.

’50s Fad Fuschia A23-2,Dutch Boy

accenTAn unexpected pop of purple adds interest to the mix.

Watercolor Lilies F25-8,Dutch Boy

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