The relationship between fashion and interior design is ever-changing. As a less ephemeral field, design tends to take the best of clothing trends and transform them into dressings for the home. Not all looks will translate, and adoption tends to be slightly later, but those looks that do cross over prove themselves to be the pinnacle of chicness.
Baby blue is one such color trend. The shade has been a fashion obsession since summer 2024, appearing on runways from Tom Ford to Carolina Herrera and worn by A-listers like Sabrina Carpenter and Hailey Bieber on the red carpet.
Recently, the shade reached a fever pitch in the cultural zeitgeist as Chloë Grace Moretz was photographed wearing a stunning pale blue gown and veil for her wedding to Kate Harrison. The gorgeous images demonstrate the timeless and ever-enchanting allure of the hue.
Furthermore, as the color reaches peak popularity in fashion, it's the perfect time to integrate the baby blue trend into our homes, tapping into the emerging look early.
Mohammed Bharucha, the founder of interior renovation brand Doorfinder, explains the appeal of this color in blue room ideas, stating: 'Homeowners are seeking tranquillity in their homes, especially in times of uncertainty. Powder blue fits into this desire for a calming atmosphere.'
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A baby blue ottoman that could work in any setting. Channel tufting creates a neatly stacked effect that looks very much like a designer piece.
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This shimmery light blue pillow would be a gorgeous complement to any sofa or accent chair you already own. Inspired by the dress, it's on-trend but utterly timeless. What more could we want from a color?
Chloë Grace Moretz's dress color is also an ideal interior color trend because of its adjacency to white. Mohammed says: 'It reflects light beautifully, making smaller spaces feel larger, while still bringing a touch of elegance without overwhelming the space.'
Part of what primes the color for interior popularity is its supreme versatility. Baby blue looks beautiful with any color wood, with neutrals, and with white or darker colors. It pairs gorgeously with other shades of blue, or contrasting pops. This makes it easy to style in every room.
According to experts, the color an especially wonderful choice for a light blue kitchen.
'For maximum impact, use powder blue on lower cabinets with white or cream upper cabinets,' advises Moahammed. 'This creates a striking visual while still maintaining the soft, calming effect of the color.'
As evidenced by the beauty of Chloë Grace Moretz's baby blue wedding dress, the color has a timeless appeal. It's such a gorgeous pick for our interiors this fall.
