7 Ways to Decorate With Blue
Blue is equal parts calming and recharging.
Decorating with blue is a great way to make any room feel more peaceful and calm. Scientifically, blue has even been proven to have calming effects like lowering our heart rates, which can help us drift off to sleep more easily. The color blue also invokes thoughts of the sky and sea, giving it a whimsical feeling. Help your guests feel instantly at ease by adding a purist blue headboard or cobalt blue dining chairs. Blue can add a splash of excitement to a neutral room. Keep reading below to see a few of the ways we enjoy decorating with blue.
1. Relax in Tranquil Blue Tones
Did you know that warm blues like denim and slate actually have hints of red in them? Decorating with blues that have underlying notes of warm colors make interiors feel cozy. Warm blue shades are perfect for social spaces like the living room, dining room, or kitchen. These warm blue dining chairs cap both ends of the table and practically beckon you to pull out another bottle of wine and continue catching up with guests. The blue and white area rug really pulls the dining room together and creates a defined space for entertaining; it is great for meals because it can easily hide any spills.
Cool blues like cobalt and turquoise have hints of yellow in them. They are great for small spaces because they can make a blue room look bigger. Decorating with cool blues can also create a focused and soothing environment, making these hues perfect for a home office, reading nook, or entryway. We love this bright blue wall art because it opens up the entryway and really pops against the warm wood and brass console table. To keep blue art alive and exciting, use high-gloss metallic frames instead of matte black or wood frames.
Decorating with blue furniture is a great way to liven up a living room. Because it is such a classic, blue furniture can accentuate many styles. Consider these deep palace-blue accent chairs; when paired with the taupe sofa and gold floor lamps, they create a perfect juxtaposition between classic and contemporary. Muted shades of blue can also create a more masculine and minimalist aesthetic. While the color of these blue armchairs certainly makes a statement, the dark wood legs help them stay grounded.
Decorating with blue and white creates a crisp, clean aesthetic which is ideal for turning your bedroom into a staycation. Exchange your sheets, shams, and coverlet for blue and white options. To re-create that hotel suite feeling, stack several pillows back to back and leave one decorative pillow centered in front. French linen sheets are a bedroom classic because they are hypoallergenic, moisture-wicking, and eco-friendly. You'll fall asleep faster and dream better in luxe blue bedding.
Blue is an incredible color to use as an accent – in neutral rooms, with complementary oranges and yellows, or with black and white. Depending on the shade, it can either breathe life into a room or calm the chaos. Patterned blue throw pillows can show off your creative side when placed on a greige sofa. You can also use blue decor like ceramic vases or books to liven up a wood bookcase. Because blue is such an eye-catching shade, it makes a great accent color in all interiors, whether your style leans toward glam or traditional.
Pro Tip:
A crisp blue hue is perfect for livening up white or wood outdoor furniture. Consider decorating with blue and white sofa cushions to make your patio and outdoor space pop.
Whether we're discussing fashion or home decor, there is something about a monochromatic look that is just so chic. Consider using one shade of a pastel blue throughout an entire room, like in this purist blue living room. By keeping to one hue but choosing different decor and textures, the room will become multidimensional. Plus, the softness of purist blue makes it sophisticated and sleek. Consider matching the blue walls with your armchairs and ottomans, then place blue planters, garden stools, or side tables next to each piece. You can't have too much of something that's as good as a purist blue color palette.
If you need more inspiration for decorating with blue, consider our final idea: blue wallpaper. Wallpaper is an incredible way to make a statement, whether you're putting it in a small space like a powder room or in a large foyer or living room. Either opt for something with white undertones to keep the color scheme fresh, crisp, and coastal or choose a navy blue wallpaper with silver damask for an art deco twist.
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