As the days get darker and temperatures continue to drop over the coming weeks as we edge into November, many of us are seeking a deeper sense of warmth and comfort in richer textures and tones.
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And with ‘party season’ and the cosseting Christmas period just around the corner, slightly decadent, jewel tones like teal, amethyst, emerald green and fuchsia might be finding a place in our homes as well as our wardrobes.
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But teal isn’t just for Christmas. This tone and it's gem-like sisters work beautifully with the warmth of teak and other dark wood tones, making teal and co the perfect pop of colour for a mid-century styled sitting room, for example.
Teal pairs beautifully with coral, mustard, blush, powder pink, burnt orange, russet reds and earthy tones – and all jewel hues go gloriously with brassy accents.
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Teal works equally well in a bathroom or bedroom, since this particular colour brings balance and calm. Being a combination of blue and green - which both emit light wavelengths - teal requires little adjustment for the eyes and is therefore a restful colour. So it’s no wonder that we see a lot of this colour in spas and on the packaging of wellness products…
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5 tips for working jewel tones into your home
- Use soft, luxurious fabrics like velvet to enhance rich jewel tones. Think cushions, throws and even curtains!
- Jewel coloured accents really pop against a flat, dark canvas. Calm, grey walls in a steely grey will let you use jewel tones fearlessly elsewhere in the room.
- Jewel-coloured glassware will brighten up a dark coloured living space. Try this on console table, or beside a window flooded by natural light.
- Darker pieces of furniture make jewel colours work harder.
- Add a dash of drama to your walls by mixing up bold jewel tones and a geometric pattern.
