Lucinda Mitra of @nest_twenty_eight shares details of her beautiful Sussex home on Instagram and here, she tells us how the calming nature of blue plays a role in the contemporary home.
All the blues
I am a fan of blue, as you’ll see in some of the areas in my home. It can be perfectly woven amongst neutral tones to add a subtle yet sumptuous ambiance.
The ‘All the Blues’ trend from La Redoute gives you an array of hues from pale, eggshell to deep, Azure. Blue occurs naturally in the environment- just think of a clear blue sky on a sunny day, or the rolling waves of the sea, and it’s no wonder that blue remains such a popular interior trend, bringing the outside in.
Investing in show-stopping crockery and cutlery makes a huge difference to dinner parties; the Gogain Earthenware plates and bowls look so unique with their perfectly imperfect edges as though they’re fresh off the potter’s wheel and finished beautifully with a gorgeous, crackled glaze. Any food you put on them will look worthy of a Michelin star, especially when served alongside the matte black and gold cutlery.
Blues are also brilliant for the rustic or industrial look; the Victorine linen tea towels are not only totally functional thanks to the handy hanging loop and its absorptive properties; its rich colour will also hide stains- result! The striking Aulo first aid tin is such an original way to store items in your kitchen.
If you find yourself reluctantly shying away from colour, I believe that blue is a really good starting point, so give it a go in your home and make the most of its restful properties.
Are you exploring how to use colour in your home? See how Ciara Elliot uses flashes of hot mustard to bring her interior to life over on the La Redoute hub.
