Color Story: Shades of Green

March 1, 2011

One of the first signs of spring, green is great for refreshing the home after a long gray winter. From sunny chartreuse and pale honeydew to jewel-toned emerald and soothing sage, there’s a hue that’s perfect for creative wall decor and home design ideas.

Honeydew: Like the flesh of the fruit it’s named for, this muted pastel is sweet and subtle. Brighten the bathroom by draping honeydew hand towels with pale, bubblegum pink washcloths.

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Celadon: Grayish sea-foam green is understated and timeless. Make it pop with a bright purple, or look for celadon-hued fabric in a bold botanical pattern.

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Sage: A soothing earth tone, soft, silver-tinged sage is perfect for painting bedroom walls—paired with rich chocolate brown accents, it hits a relaxing, restful note.

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Chartreuse: It’s sunny, sophisticated, and especially elegant when paired with ivory or plum. Try lining dark-stained wood shelves and mantels with high-gloss accents in these hues.

Harlequin: Super-saturated lime green strikes a playful chord in any space. For a toned down look, try a harlequin and charcoal-patterned floor rug or wall tapestry.

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Kelly: Pay homage to the lush, rolling landscapes of the world with this bright, cheerful hue. For a classic color scheme, couple it with navy blue.

Quick Tip

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Emerald: Like the prized precious gem, this jewel-toned green is simply stunning and even grander when paired with lustrous gold. We also love filling emerald-tinted bud vases with colorful, fresh-cut pansies.

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Olive: Bordering on brown, olive is our favorite green for upholstered furniture, especially in the dining room. Play up its warm undertones with lemon yellow trim.

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