Country Living (UK)

SORBET SHADES FOR INTERIORS

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RASPBERRY PINK

Lively and fun, this colour can be contrasted with white or wooden textures, as well as other bright tones such as turquoise. Where to use it: bedroom

GREEN

In both soft and slightly brighter shades, green feels calm and relaxing. Where to use it: bedroom, hallway, conservato­ry

LEMON YELLOW

A bright and uplifting colour that evokes sunshine and happiness. Best to use this in a pared-back scheme with softer contrastin­g tones such as grey, white and blue, or with other tutti-frutti shades for more impact. Where to use it: kitchen, bathroom, hallway, bedroom

ORANGE

Said to stimulate creativity. Use brighter tangerine and coral tones sparingly or try softer peach hues. Pair with grey and turquoise or mint green for a sophistica­ted look. Where to use it: home office, kitchen

TURQUOISE AND AQUA

Feels vibrant, fresh and contempora­ry and links to watery colours that can be soothing. Mixes well with white, as well as samestreng­th yellow and pinks. Where to use it: bathroom, kitchen

MINT

A soft and gentle colour that feels fresh and inviting and elicits a sense of calm. Where to use it: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, living area, hallway

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