May 2, 2014

Pretty Pastels

Contributing Blogger

Nope, it’s not the ’80s: pastels are back in fashion and decor in a big way in 2014!

 

Live Creating Yourself Blog - soft accents - pretty pastels - Mohawk Homespaces
Source: Live Creating Yourself Blog

 

Pastels in 2014 look best with lots of crisp whites…

 

Pastels - whites - soft accents - pretty pastels - Mohawk Homespaces
Source: Houzz

 

Or paired with more funky graphic prints to soften the sweetness.

 

IDA interior lifestyle - Pastel couch - graphic print - soft accents - pretty pastels - Mohawk Homespaces
Source: IDA interior lifestyle

If you weren’t feeling the neon trend — or even if you were — soft mints, aquas and pinks are a fun changeup this year, and make for a restful, calming color palette.

Do pastels on a budget by incorporating them into accessories with neutral walls and furniture…

 

BHG.com - neutral walls - colorful accents - pretty pastels - Mohawk Homespaces
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Or go all-out with a fully pastel, playful kitchen.

 

osom.org - pastel kitchen - aqua - yellow - soft accents - pretty pastels - Mohawk Homespaces
Source: osom.org

 

Pastels can make a cheerful space, or a subdued, restful home. Will you be incorporating pastels this year?

 

American Tug Craftsmen - Mohawk Rug - Pastels - Mohawk Homescapes
American Rug Craftsmen Skipping Stones Area Rug by Mohawk

Written By: Kelly Marzka 
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