The three star colours this winter
Winter colours and decor to create a warm, sophisticated home. Decorate it and get it ready for winter with cosy textiles and tricks. Simple, effective and really warm.
That's why we're running through the latest trends so you can fill any room with life and cheer.
Which colours will be big this winter?
When it comes to home textiles, there are several contenders for favourite colour. One of them is olive green, thanks to its depth and the way it helps create more relaxed spaces. Seeing it and thinking of what spring will bring will help you get through the winter more easily.
Cool colours will also play their part, but with nuances. Blue will be mixed with golden tones and a few shimmering touches, creating almost a sunny sky on your duvet covers.
If you like to be bold, the deepest reds capture the shades of wild berries beautifully. Burgundy, for instance, fits perfectly in spaces like the kitchen or living room.
The palest grey, always combined with other colours, can help give a room a more pared-back look or an industrial style. As is often the case, white and black are still the most effective wildcards for all kinds of combinations. Don't forget to add a few distinctive touches so things don't feel routine.
In short, it's about bringing into each space what you'd like to see outdoors. Making the most of natural light, choosing natural colours with a few original touches and opting for elements that help you forget the cold are some of the best ideas.
Tips for bringing on-trend shades into your home decor
How well the products you buy work will depend directly on the decorative elements you already have at home. Simply using a duvet cover or a children's curtain in a trendy colour won't give you the effect you're after. So what can you do?
We recommend using the style of the furniture you already have as your starting point. In fact, it will act as the canvas on which you create your new look. Choose pieces from the same or a similar colour range, intensifying the shade, or ones that create a pleasing visual contrast, avoiding clashing colours. Here's an example of a home style and the elements that would look great with it.
Vintage and 1960s and 70s decor are back in fashion. Play with lamps too. You can change the lampshades for winter, as well as the rugs and pictures, so your new decor looks more cohesive and consistent.
Choose comfortable furniture that invites you to sit or lie down to read or watch TV. In other words, don't just change the curtains and two or three details. Bring the trendy colours into your home to create a world of your own, in terms of colour, quite apart from what's going on outside.
Cushions, plants, lamps, classic decorative objects, a mix of materials and a hint of eclecticism will let you go from a classic room to one with a freer spirit in seconds.
In short, it's about using colour and decor to your advantage so you forget it's winter. When you get home and relax, you'll start to see how much more you can enjoy your home when temperatures drop. At Happyfriday you'll find everything you need to make it happen. Take a look at our website and face the winter in brighter spirits.
