Dare to use Mustard Yellow in your interior!

Trendy and bold colors are increasingly popular with us! Among them: pearl grey, petrol blue, wild green, or even mustard yellow! At first glance, it may seem intimidating to choose this type of color for interior decoration. But once well-combined and matched, these vibrant colors can produce a unique and fantastic result. So don't be afraid to embrace warm hues!

A few rules to follow when incorporating mustard yellow into your decor

Mustard yellow takes its name from the famous spicy condiment. This color is also close to "turmeric," a spice also known as yellow ginger or saffron root. This bold shade is among the colors that are becoming increasingly popular in interior design. Although one might think it is difficult to pair with other colors, mustard yellow goes easily with many shades. Here are a few rules to follow to avoid any missteps:

• Pair it with a neutral color: it goes perfectly with grey, beige, white, black, brown, taupe, and copper. It can also go with wild green and royal blue if the combination is well-balanced.

• Avoid garish colors: do not pair it with pink, purple, red, or similar colors like bright yellow or orange.

• Opt for white to add brightness: if your space is small, avoid dark colors. Pair mustard yellow with white or very light grey.
  
  

How to create a retro, chic, and modern living room?

Although mustard yellow has never truly gone out of style, it is making a strong comeback with trendy retro furniture from the 60s and 70s. Present in fashion for a long time, it has also conquered interior design thanks to its elegant and warm effect. Furniture made of natural materials, rounded shapes, and a soft mustard yellow are enough to create a trendy 70s atmosphere. For a vintage chic and modern look, add graphic patterns and a few designer accessories in smoked glass.

Tips for a retro chic living room

• Opt for a solid-colored decor with a mustard yellow centerpiece: consider a white ensemble with a rug, a white marble coffee table, a white bookcase, and a mustard yellow sofa accompanied by a matching armchair. Add a few black accessories such as candles, picture frames, or a vase. Complete with mustard yellow curtains.

• Choose a solid-colored decoration with several touches of mustard yellow: think of a grey ensemble with a grey suede sofa and a rustic wooden console, and mustard yellow accessories like a large velvet pouf, cushions, a throw blanket, and a rug. Combine the mustard yellow with a complementary color like blue or green for more energy.

• If you are bold, try mustard yellow paint on one living room wall: ensure the furniture in front of this wall creates a nice contrast: a small black metal bookcase for an industrial effect, a round solid wood coffee table for a soothing effect, a grey or white sofa for a modern and bohemian effect.

Accessories that add zest in the blink of an eye

If you don't want to redo your entire decor but simply want to refresh your home, mustard yellow is the ideal color to bring liveliness, light, and originality to an interior that is a bit too classic. Think of mustard yellow for your everyday accessories:

• a set of cushions
• a throw blanket
• a pouf
• a lamp
• napkins
• a tablecloth
• a bench cushion
• a rug
• a bedspread