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Megan Slack

Move Over, White Cabinets – the Chicest People I Know Are Painting Their Kitchens Deep Blue, Starting with Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon.

If there's one thing I've always praised while writing about celebrity kitchens, it's sleek white cabinetry. This trend-trancing hue is the ultimate quiet luxury power move – one that celebrities use as a minimalist canvas to create the most sophisticated spaces. I thought it was unbeatable, but then I discovered Reese Witherspoon's deep blue kitchen, and my perception changed.

While blue kitchen ideas have evolved into a 'new neutral,' some tones are easier to decorate with than others. Reese's cobalt blue is arguably the most versatile hue you can choose. I'd go as far as admitting, it's as adaptable as white – something I never thought I'd say.

Reese's blue kitchen cabinets are the focal point of her open-plan space, without feeling overwhelming. They harmonise with her white-and-gray veined marble and brass-gold shelves, both of which continue to uphold a subtly luxurious aesthetic. I wasn't always sold on a dramatic blue, but in this instance, it's completely changed my mind.

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I've sung the praises of the aesthetic value of Reese's kitchen cabinet color, but as designers explain, there's more to this shade than meets the eye.

'Blue is a color that instantly brings personality to a kitchen without overpowering it. Whether you choose a soft sky blue or a deeper shade such as midnight blue, blue cabinets can add warmth and depth in a considered way,' comments Helen Lord, the Founder of Rehome.

'Blue kitchen cabinetry is also very forgiving when paired with other finishes, such as natural wood, stone, or even aged brass, making it a great colour choice for a period cottage or modern apartment.'

Lastly, while blue also sits on Pinterest's report as one of the trendiest colors for 2026, Helen explains that it's versatile enough to look just as beautiful for many years ahead.

'Blue cabinets offer longevity as they don’t tend to follow a trend, meaning you are less likely to tire of them, she says.' We believe buyers are drawn to the character and calm that they bring, which is exactly what people want in the heart of their homes.' Is blue the newest rival to the classic white kitchen? Reese has me totally convinced.

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