What the experts say...
Designers and stylists share their views
Sky blue’s ability to brighten and uplift rooms makes it an ideal choice for creating an airy feel where space is at a premium. It’s a shade that can harmonise with contrasting colour palettes too.’ ANNA HILL, BRAND DIRECTOR & COLOUR CONSULTANT, FENWICK & TILBROOK ‘As a lighter, brighter shade, sky blue pairs perfectly with darker tones for an inspiring and energising environment. Use with a grey hue such as Steel Pole and navy Lido Blue or contrast with rich reds to enliven your space with bold colour-blocking.’ FLORA HOGG, INTERIOR DESIGNER AND COLOUR CONSULTANT, CRAIG & ROSE
‘Drawing inspiration from the landscape, sky blue shades work brilliantly within natural palettes of sun-kissed yellows, terracottas and pinks, stonecoloured neutrals and ocean greens.’
JAMES SIRETT, HEAD OF PRODUCT, FIRED EARTH
‘This versatile shade is great for spaces where you want a colourful yet sophisticated interior. Our pastel tones, such as Morning Blue, and even slightly deeper hues like Long Acre are perfect for creating a soothing backdrop with a hint of colour.’ DOMINIC MYLANDS, CEO, MYLANDS
‘Sky blue adds deep richness on walls and surprising warmth too, which is not the case with many blues. It looks wonderful on kitchen cabinets paired with chocolate shades, and is a great front door colour as it sits happily with stucco, limestone and red brick.’ PATRICK O’DONNELL,
INTERNATIONAL BRAND AMBASSADOR, FARROW & BALL
‘Blue is the colour of the ocean and the sky, and because it is so present in nature it’s serene and calming for us. It’s often best used in bedrooms and drawing rooms to reap its soothing benefits.’ FRANCESCA WEZEL,
FOUNDER AND PAINT COLOUR EXPERT, FRANCESCA’S PAINTS
“From cool fresh SPRING hues to the deep AZURE of midsummer, there are sky blue tones to suit every interior james of STYLE