Am I Blue?

In case you haven't noticed, all hues of blue are taking center stage in décor.  While some would say that it never really left, others will remember its last hey day was about 15 years ago.  My experience with blues has run the gamut, from loving it as a kid, to not even allowing any blue in my first shop 10 years ago. But what I've come to realize since that self-imposed ban is that blue should play a role in everyone's life.

Blue is calm, classic, moody, and electric.  It conjures up the sea and the sky and is the keystone of ethnic patterns from China, Holland, and Africa. Simply put, blue is not going anywhere. So while it's surging, I recommend you find a way to bring it into your own home. 

While all shades are beautiful, I recommend you take a look at a true navy and a medium turquoise. They are the work horses of the blue family. Both are neutrals that will compliment and coordinate with practically any other color you pair with them.  Gray, coral, yellow, black...you name it.  They will make a stunning combo.  Just look below to see how beautiful the two are together.  Who'da thunk?

From a textile perspective, is there anything prettier than a blue velvet?  I don't think so.  Combine it with a rustic leather you'll have a perfect high-low combination as you can see in the photo below.

And just look at how much pattern mixing is going on below, yet it feels calm and restful.  Blue, you are a miracle worker!  So, am I blue?  Absolutely, and I promise to never ban you again!

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