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Design: Emily Henderson Design, Photo: Zeke Ruelas
The color blue is said to symbolize trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence, and intelligence. It's also rumored to produce a calming effect and even slow human metabolism. While we'd love to see proof of the latter, one can't deny that the hue is simply a gorgeous, versatile choice for home décor.
Depending on the shade, blue can look bold and energetic, calm and serene, or moody and evocative. But the best part about the cool hue is it pairs beautifully with a wide array of other colors. Whether your decorating style is relaxed and beachy, über modern, or evokes old-world charm, there's a color combination for you. Ahead, 15 ways to style arguably the most versatile color on the spectrum. Feeling blue? Us too!
Turquoise + Eggplant
Don't forget, orange and blue are complementary colors, so they always pair well together. However, if you're choosing to work with bright pops of color—like the red orange and turquoise in this dining room—you can settle it all down with a deep shade of navy on the walls. This combination feels sophisticated yet fun.