COLOR: The Color Combos of Radiant Republic |
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May 10, 2012
Hey, remember our color combo series? Well, it turns out it’s one of your favorite features here (mine too!) so, without further ado, I give you the color combos of Erika Johnson, otherwise known as the blogger extraordinaire behind the beautiful (and highly-addictive) blog, Radiant Republic. I highly recommend you check out Erika’s blog, as well as her guest appearances on Rue’s latest and greatest issue, Joyus and vmacandcheese, but first – let’s get into the colors!
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Living near the beach, I feel a strong connection to the ocean. The tranquility of winter walks on the sand juxtaposed by crowded, jubilant summer months on the ocean evoke a feeling of magic that I like to convey in my home. The colors of the sun and ocean translate to a crisp, preppy navy contrasted by bright, exuberant orange.
I throw caution to the wind when mixing patterns and collect interesting, mismatched pieces that add to the eclecticism of a room. As a New Englander, navy stripes are often a room’s staple. To set a room apart, an unexpected punch of orange warms the palette of the room and softens the nautical tone. Even a floral arrangement can add an eye-catching pop!
The pairing of navy and orange is more than a fabulous palette for interior design. These shades will also be prominent hues in my upcoming Cape Cod wedding!
{All photos: Stacey Van Berkel-Haines for Style At Home}
Thank you so much, Erika! I must say I wouldn’t usually decorate with orange, but this may have changed my mind! What about you, friends? Are orange and navy colors you use in your decor?
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Such a fresh color combo – navy & orange. Love it! Erika has got it going on!
Krista
p.s. My whole living room is based off of an orange textile that I fell in love with. Orange = very, very good (and slightly different) interiors!
I love Erika’s color combos- so fun!!