The colours associated with autumn are among the most beautiful. They tend to be rich, saturated, and exactly what we crave in our homes at this time of year. In fact, homeowners seem to be embracing these colours year-round and including them permanently in their homes. The colours in question, and those that are most popular this season, are representative of autumnal leaves, warming spices, and moody skies. Still, it wouldn’t be a typical Decorate With Colour blog, if we didn’t list each colour and explore what each one symbolises using colour psychology. With this technique, we can get a better understanding of how each shade can benefit a space and how it should be included in the home, either through walls or through smaller home accessories. So, keep reading to discover all of the trending colours for autumn 2023 and what they can do for your interior, courtesy of the experts - us - EZ Living Furniture.
Rich Orange
It’s no surprise that an interior designer’s focus is firmly placed on rich orange tones this season. Orange represents comfort and warmth, exactly what we want to feel coming into the colder months. This dark-hued favourite is attention-grabbing without being too overbearing and aggressive. Both youthful and energetic, it quietly encourages communication and creativity, and can completely transform a space with its vibrancy. The Louvre Sofa and Footstool above are perfectly indicative of the rich orange colour that is expected to be everywhere in the next month (if not already).
Moody Brown
It should come as no surprise that brown is featured on this list. Earth tones have dominated the home interior space for the last year and this included various shades of this moody outdoor colour. Mocha, tan, hazelnut, and chocolate browns are just some of the names you might have heard over the last few months. What you might not know about this particular colour is that it evokes feelings of safety, reliability, and honesty. Because of its conservative nature, it can often be misinterpreted as dull and boring, but it’s quite the opposite, especially when you know how to use it intelligently in the home. Brown is a down-to-earth colour that is naturally humble and predictable which means it is incredibly versatile and would work well with a variety of colour schemes throughout the home. The X-Ray Lounge Chair above is both contemporary in its style which immediately draws the eye, and dependable in its shade which also gives us a sense of stability and balance.
Mustard Yellow
Mustard yellow is not a colour often associated with autumn, but it is this year - 2023. This dull and dark hue has both likeable and unlikeable qualities, which means that you must be careful with how you use it in your home decor. Its close resemblance to gold means mustard is associated with arrogance and materialism, but in contrast can also evoke feelings of optimism and motivation. When you’re feeling down, it can act almost as if it brings sunshine energy into a space. The Heuston Mustard Velvet Dining Chairs above aren’t too overwhelming in the space above because they are toned down with neutral walls and accessories.
Navy Blue
Blue is an extremely popular colour and has been for the last number of years, so it’s no surprise to see it featured on this upcoming trends list. The reason why this shade is as popular as it is is because it is often viewed as a non-threatening colour. Navy blue pairs well with a variety of other colours which may also be why we tend to choose it over other alternatives. Blue is calming and relaxing and gives the soothing feeling of peace, but also the impression of authority. The Caoimhe Corner Sofa above is bang on-trend for autumn 2023 and would also be a great investment for the future.
Hunter Green
Dark green is one of one of the most harmonising colours there is. It is associated with nature, health, growth, and prosperity. This colour is typically reserved for other seasons and holidays, more specifically, Christmas, but this time, it’s recommended for autumn. The colour green can be made using blue and green which is why it has traits of both colours, being relaxing, but also energising. The Ottowa Collection above features a variety of items upholstered in a fabulous green velvet fabric.
Velvety Red
Red is another trending colour for the current season, but it’s widely different from the other colours on the list because it has more associations, both positive and negative. Because of its commonly known affiliation with danger and anger, it’s not a shade we would ever recommend using on your walls. Red is the colour of passion and energy which is why it should be used sparingly throughout the home. Still, it is a courageous hue that represents confidence, attention, action, and strength. The Dante Red Lounge Chair above is just the right amount of velvety red to make a statement in a room without overwhelming the space.
Aubergine Purple
This shade of purple is often associated with royalty and luxury, and it just so happens to be another trending colour for autumn 2023. This shade of purple inspires us to divulge our innermost thoughts. It is the most magical and creative colour on the list which is why it would do particularly well when used in a child’s bedroom, study, or work space. Because of its dark hue, The Narnia Armchair above will encourage spirituality and enlighten, uplift, and encourage those around it.
So, if you really want to impress your guests, include the colours listed above in your home decor.
Should you want to learn more about colour psychology and the traits associated with another colour not listed, read; Decorate With Colour: Teal Edition.
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