The navy is
here and summer time is not far away!
Give your
space the new summer look of classic navy and white. An oldie but a goodie;
always a favourite of mine, navy blue and white can be used in any room for a
cooling,
calming
effect - clean and crisp, but casual and very livable.
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| White plantation cane lounge, navy upholstery and white piping. |
Recently we
fell in love with this gorgeous white plantation cane lounge, with navy
upholstery. So Queensland! The bright white of the cane offsets the darkening
effect of the navy blue to create a dramatically stylish statement.
Imagine
lying back on your porch, pavilion, verandah, feet up, relaxing in this classic
piece of furniture, sipping a 5 o’clock sauvignon blanc!!
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| Life on the porch |
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| Striking floor rug, white cane foot stool |
You can
adapt this palette to your home as it works well in lounge, dining, bedrooms
and bathrooms. Choose accessories in the room which do not fight or overwhelm.
Dark wood furniture looks striking against navy and white. Nautical themed
items can also be suitable.
Add visual
interest and character with carefully chosen mirrors, wall art, candles,
clocks, cushions, lamps, throws and floor rugs. Let your soft furnishings and
cushions sing the blues with a range of textures and patterns harmonizing,
without being too matchy.
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| A little lime to add some zing |
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| Accessories add character |
Hang breezy
white sheers at the windows and doors for that summery relaxing ambience. Be
brave and paint a feature wall in a deep indigo colour - great for a study or
office. Be sure to contrast this with lots of white.
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| Harmonising blues |
To make this
scene really sing, you could add a very small amount of contrasting colour such
as daffodil yellow, lime green, bright orange or hot pink. Perhaps navy and
white, handsome as it is, can work its magic at your home.
