Pink and blue: why does it match?
A priori, combining pink and blue doesn’t really come naturally. And yet: together, these two work wonderfully. It must be said that these two colors have a great softness in common. On the color wheel, blue is on the cool color side, while pink falls into the warm color family, even if the latter can have quite cool undertones when it flirts with purple.
Blue and pink create a balanced, subtle and refined palette, which does not lack boldness.
The floral pattern available in pink and blue is a classic of French decoration. Very fashionable in the 18th century, it is still just as hot today. To adopt it, play with the printed duvet cover in the bedroom or with the porcelain in the kitchen. For a very castle-like feel, we adopt it to dress the medallion chair.
The combination of blue and pastel pink is iconic to the “50s” look, especially in the kitchen. To adopt it without falling into the “doll’s house” effect, we have fun shaking it up by adding a contemporary touch – like this vibrant indigo blue.
The iconic Memphis style of the 80s also gives pride of place to the pink and blue tandem. To adopt the look, we go for an impactful blue like Klein blue or Majorelle blue.
How to adopt pink and blue decor at home?
Romantic and vintage, the combination of pink and blue can also be contemporary and full of fantasy.
Pink and blue decor is never more out of place than when it’s completely out of place. We therefore use this tender and improbable duo to twist the loft decor. We particularly like it with a raw brick or concrete wall.
A little too conservative, your Scandinavian interior? Take your brushes and play with pink and blue to add a little relief. A detail, an architectural element such as the staircase or the fireplace, and the room takes on a whole new personality. We then have fun with the frames and lighting to give cohesion to the whole.
No, definitely… repainting the house from floor to ceiling, don’t you feel it? Never mind ! Keep a neutral base and introduce pink and blue in small touches. The trick then is to choose the shades carefully. Pastel pink and blue are bright. To add more depth, we prefer a more intense gray blue, and a rich pink, even if it means flirting with purple.
To harmoniously combine two colors, it is always smart to create a slight imbalance by choosing a dominant color and an accent color. And in the case of pink and blue, this choice depends exclusively on the aesthetic you want to create.
Used as a dominant color, blue creates an atmosphere full of freshness, which pink delicately warms. Conversely, pink used as the dominant color creates a warm and comforting atmosphere, which blue refreshes perfectly.
The combination of pink and blue is one of 2LG Studio’s favorite color combinations. And when it comes to variations, these London designers are never short of imagination. Their secret is to also play with shapes and materials: a technique that we don’t hesitate to take inspiration from!
The choice of materials is all the more important as it can radically change the style of a pink and blue decor. For example, terrazzo is enough to give your interior an 80s look.
The trendy combination? Combine powder pink and indigo blue – two of the must-have colors this year. This duo plays on two opposing levels of intensity: the very pale pink highlights the vibrant facet of this luminous blue… and vice versa!
The other winning tandem is the combination of a slightly orange pink and midnight blue, two other very popular shades this season.
Pink and blue… but not only that!
Pink and blue form a duo that can stand on its own. However, it is smart to add an extra touch of color to give more personality to the decor.
This season again, the Riviera style is very popular. To adopt this very colorful look, fall for the combination of pink and blue, and add a touch of sunny yellow or a delicious orange.
To bring a Sixties twist to the decor, combine pink and blue with the emblematic colors of the 60s, such as khaki green or mustard yellow.
For a total retro look, opt for a pastel palette and fall for the lilac color.
Do you dread rocking a “layette” look? Add a touch of brown or charcoal gray to break up the very soft aesthetic and bring a touch of sophistication to your interior.