The Color Combinations That Will Never Go Out of Style
Choosing one shade is hard enough, but figuring out what to pair with it is like a whole new circle of torture by swatches. These timeless duos (and trios) might make your decision just a bit easier.
By Candace Braun Davison
Blue and Gray: The Two Shades That Telegraph Tranquility
When it comes to creating the ultimate serene escape, take inspiration from the seaside with an ocean blue and a silvery gray, like the shoreline on a foggy morning, says Jason Grant, interior designer and author of A Place Called Home. Since both shades are cool tones, there isn't as much contrast between them, which makes the duo easier on the eyes. Sea and sky colors tend to be a safe bet because they're so commonly found in nature that they're less likely to be pegged as the "it" tones of a certain decade, like the avocado '70s or mauve '80s.
Published 11/07/2013