Blue and brown are both among the trendiest colors for 2026, but they are rarely seen together. Luckily, Kourtney Kardashian isn't afraid to stand out. The Poosh founder's dining room is bathed in an ultra-stylish mix of blue accessories with brown furniture.
After buying her Calabassas home in 2015, Kourt enlisted interior designer to the stars, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, to outfit it. The bones are modern Mediterranean, but the interiors they came up with read more mid-century-meets-modern-art.
The museum-worthy dining room idea is grounded by a blue carpet, blue curtains, and white walls. Atop this base, a long wooden table and Pierre Jeanneret chairs bring in mid-century charm (it looks like Kourtney has the connect back chair like this one from 1stDibs, but the Eveleth Rattan Dining Chair from Wayfair is a good alternative). Modern art uplifts the room from a Roy Lichtenstein painting on the wall, to a José Esteves chandelier, to a James Prestini metal sculpture in the corner. The blue and brown color palette unites the entire space.
Though blue and brown seem an unlikely combination, it's slated to be a major trend for 2026. Popular in the 1970s, the pairing taps into the turn towards nostalgia that dominates this year's trend cycle. Interior designers are embracing the look wholeheartedly.
Zara Bollingbroke-Kent, Founder of Bombay Sprout, tells Homes & Gardens: 'I’ve always loved the balance between warmth and coolness that brown and blue bring together. Brown tones have such richness and depth, and when you pair them with blue - whether it’s a soft lapis or rich indigo - it instantly feels modern and harmonious.'
Shop The Blue and Brown Edit to Recreate Kourtney's Look at Home
This stunning curtain set features a blue and cream color palette and delicate florals, perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, or even dining rooms.
When introducing a new texture or material to a room, I always begin with the essentials. Salt and pepper mills offer a simple, budget-friendly way to add an extra wood tone. I’m especially drawn to the distinctive design of this set from Wayfair, which blends practicality with subtle style.
Inspired by the iconic architecture of the Art Deco era, this glamorous design features bold, geometric elements reminiscent of the Chrysler Building. It's machine washable and spill-proof.
Bring charm and elegance to your dining room with this ceramic vase set, finished in a glossy blue glaze and shaped with classic sophistication. Perfect for displaying fresh herbs, small blooms, or seasonal stems, these vases add a stylish touch to your dining table or windowsill.
Crafted from 100% cotton, these soft and absorbent napkins are perfect for tackling spills, messes, and wiping hands. Their graceful blue hue brings a charming touch to any table, making them perfect for everything from casual brunches to elegant dinner gatherings.
One of Lulu and Georgia's most popular pieces, the Selden Bowl is an elegant interplay of form and finish. Its deep reactive brown glaze adds richness and depth, making it a striking addition to the modern table. Equally at home as a sculptural catchall on an entryway console or living room coffee table, it embodies effortless sophistication and versatile luxury.
Part of what makes Kourtney's on-trend color palette so alluring is its supreme versatility.
Zara explains: 'It’s a timeless palette that works across so many spaces, from relaxed coastal rooms to elegant sitting rooms layered with pattern and texture.'
As in Kourtney Kardashian's dining room, the blue and brown trend represents a future where we look to the past for our best decor ideas. It's retro, cozy, and welcoming. No matter the style of your home, there's a place for this alluring combination.
