PICK A PINK PAINT
ensure the seating isn’t lost in your room,” Suzy adds.
She says texture is key with pink, and suggests thinking about the overall style you’re looking to create. For example, a blush velvet will create a very different feel and impact to a blush cotton. “Ask yourself: are you looking for something opulent or pared back, traditional or contemporary?” pom-poms are always top of our wish list.
“NEUTRAL and muted tones of pink are complex and add areas of interest, yet they’re easy to live with,” says Judy Smith, colour consultant for Crown Paints.
“Pink looks particularly sophisticated and smart when used as a backdrop to contemporary natural materials and most modern furniture designs.
“Pink tends to work really well with cool neutrals, such as brilliant whites and all tones of grey – from light to moody,” she continues.
“The choice depends on what type of look you’d like to create – bold and dramatic, or cool and restful.
“If you want to create a warmer space, try pairing neutral pink with either earthy terracotta shades or a warm cherry.”
To create a dramatic scheme and make sure pink looks up to date and edgy, Judy suggests adding touches of black or charcoal, perhaps in fine outlines on the wall, woodwork or in furniture.
“It brings this soft tone more into focus and makes it look fresh and
Rose Matt Emulsion, other paint effects from a selection, Crown Paints; Camille maxi sofa in plush royal rose, was £1,119, now £999, Barker and Stonehouse; Maestro alpaca blush rug, from £27.99 Carpetright modern. The pink and charcoal colour combination is also incredibly versatile and can easily be adapted to suit all types of styles, from industrial chic to minimal Scandi or modern country,” Judy adds.