Selecting Pillows and Cushions: How to Coordinate Colors

Studies show that interior design choices can impact both our mental and physical health. Because of this, it's critical that people invest in top-notch color-coordinated decor in all rooms throughout their homes. This is especially true in living areas where you relax and unwind.

Read on to learn how you can choose colors for pillows and cushions that help you feel calm and comfortable while in your sanctuary.

Use the Color Wheel

The color wheel is made up of every hue that the human eye can see. The primary colors are blue, yellow, and red.

The secondary colors are green, orange, and purple. You can make them by mixing primary colors together. Mixing secondary colors, white, and black can make tertiary colors (like royal purple, deep red, or navy).

Begin your decorating journey by selecting a color that you love and want to make the focal point of your interior decor. You may also want to use color psychology to get yourself in the mood to relax or socialize. Blue is the most calming color while yellow and orange are invigorating and stimulating.

From there, you can create a color scheme for your space so that you can start choosing cushion colors.

Analogous Color Schemes

Analogous color schemes pair three colors directly next to each other on the color wheel together. If your favorite color is blue, you can use green and purple when coordinating pillows and cushions. Note that you can use as many shades of all 3 colors as you like for limitless possibilities.

These are the most common color schemes because they seamlessly draw your room together. Make sure that other surrounding decorations also are in shades of these colors or neutral hues. You don't want your couch to look too busy.

Complementary Combinations

Complementary color schemes pair 2 colors that are directly across from each other on the color wheel. If you want blue cushions and a complementary color scheme, you'll be experimenting with oranges. Solid color cushions are a great choice for complementary enthusiasts because they keep the aesthetic minimalistic and easy on the eyes.

Monochromatic Coordination

Monochromatic color schemes pair multiple shades of any single color with neutral hues. These schemes are ideal for those who love minimalism. It also is great for those who want patterns and textures to stand out in their couch cushions.

Combine Patterns and Solids

From florals to geometric shapes, patterns are a great addition to any room. Your couch cushions are the perfect place to showcase more intricate patterns and aesthetics because they're accents. Their primary purpose is to be decorative.

To make these patterned pillows and cushions best stand out, pair them with solid pillows as well. This will show off the interesting parts of your more detailed cushion designs against a simple backdrop. Just make sure that you pair your patterned cushions with colors that match any of the previously-discussed color schemes or with whites, grays, and blacks.

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