Colour Trend – Diver Blue
DIVER BLUE is set to be one of the hottest colour palettes for our home interiors in winter 2016/2017. This rich steel blue hue is deep and inviting and makes a fabulous statement or accent colour in the home. This luxurious colour works equally well in traditional period homes and modern minimal interiors and can be paired with a wide variety of complimentary colours to achieve your desired look.
Colour Palettes
For a nature inspired design that is warm and welcoming then team diver blue with soft beige and taupe that will create a refined yet rustic feel in your chosen room. A more sophisticated period design can be achieved by combining diver blue with French grey, duck egg or deep navy to create a stately and masculine interior space. If you wish to feminise this deep colour tone then partner it with pale mauve, dusky pink or peach to give a soft and delicate finish. For a modern and sleek look then team diver blue with simple white and add accents of vibrancy with colours such as lime, mustard, orange and fuchsia for a bold and funky finish.
Cushions
White and diver blue make a great colour combination for cushions as they accentuate bold geometric patterns, stripes or chevrons to create a modern and stylish focal point in the room. For a more feminine touch then partner plain diver blue cushions with bold floral designs featuring dusky pastel hues or bold tropical prints for a pop of pattern and colour. Retro style cushions also work great with this deep blue colour, opt for classic vintage patterns in diver blue, white, orange and mustard for a cool 1970s inspired feel.
Upholstery
This season blue is the new black. Monochrome designs have made way in favour of simple white and blue colour partnerships that give the same sleek appearance with a hint of colour depth. A simple or minimal white room can be given a new lease of life with a diver blue upholstered egg chair that perfectly combines modern and retro design. For a more classic appearance then upholster a traditional chesterfield sofa in a deep, diver blue velvet fabric for a stately and refined design. For the ultimate in luxury and opulence, upholster a silver framed, French carved dressing table chair in shimmering diver blue satin and partner with a silver leaf dressing table for a flamboyant designer bedroom or dressing room interior.
Accessories
Crisp white accessories such as vases and ornaments will create a stark contrast against the deep tones of the walls and soft furnishings and are sure to create a focal point within the room. For a more opulent and palatial look then select some glistening silver candelabras and picture frames that will create shimmer and shine around the home. A more natural look can be created using oak photo frames, lamp bases and accessories that will create a warm and cosy ambiance in your chosen room. Opt for simple white lamp shades or select a statement crystal chandelier for a truly striking centrepiece in your home.
Furniture
For a warm and inviting look that is classic and timeless then select some solid oak furniture that will create a cosiness within your chosen room. Opt for chunky farmhouse styles for a rustic interior finish or more period style, carved designs for a refined interior look. White painted furniture will add a sense of illuminating light against the dark backdrop and will create a simple and stylish finish in any room of the home. For a truly luxurious feel then select some French carved, silver leaf furniture such as ornate armoires, oval dining tables and dressers that will create a shimmering opulence in your home interior.
For more ideas on using a diver blue colour scheme in your home interior, take a look at our latest Pinterest board – Pinterest – Diver Blue Colour Trend