10 Soothing Ways to Decorate with Blue and White

Blue and white may often be associated with French country homes, but when they have silvery undertones—like these icy blue walls and gray-streaked marble accents—the result is anything but rustic. Designer Phoebe Howard takes things a step further by paying extra attention to the sheen on the walls. "I like to paint them with high-gloss paint, which not only makes an impact but is easy to wipe down when you need to clean," she says.