The power of an accent chair cannot be understated, and a big determining factor in its ambiance is its color. After seeing Reese Witherspoon's vanity in her dressing room, we are considering an unexpected option: orange.
Reese's otherwise neutral space is cut by her velvet, orange accent seat, making the case for decorating with orange.
While this color is certainly bold, it is actually quite versatile and has some wonderful benefits, too – experts agree that it's a fantastic color choice in the home.
According to experts, orange is a fantastic color choice not only in rooms like a dressing room or living space, but kitchens and dining rooms, thanks to a special property.
'Orange is expressive, vivid and can elicit a sense of enthusiasm in people,' says Jason Lowe, design business manager at Blackberry Farm Design. 'It also is said to help stimulate the appetite – which is why it is perfect as the upholstery color in Three Sisters Restaurant at Blackberry Mountain.'
When it comes to colors that go with orange, designers say that it's best to stick with neutral shades and natural materials.
'Biogenic materials like wood/bamboo, and bronze colors blend well with orange,' explains Hafsa Burt, a renowned architect, designer, and sustainability expert. 'Shades of white offer a fantastic contrast making the orange color pop.'
Orange also comes in a wide variety of shades, from terracotta to tangerine, so selecting a more muted or refined shade is a great way to introduce it into your space seamlessly.
'If you feel as though bright orange is too bold, choosing pastel shades of the color can tone it down slightly and nod to the soft aesthetic of spring,' explains Rhiannon Masters, interior designer and head of brand at Piglet in Bed.
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Go one step further with pops of color by introducing this stylish tray to your dressing room. Its light pink color is so sweet.
The ideal accent seat, in our opinion. Soft but sturdy, in a gorgeous, burnt-orange meets brown hue, the price is right on this piece of furniture. It's the most accessible way to tap into the retro trend and make a statement while doing so – and it's designed by Drew Barrymore, in case we need any more reason to make the investment.
Make your everyday accessorizing easy with this jewelry stand, inspired by the one we spotted in Reese's dressing room. It has 3 T-bars of different heights, an earring panel, and a base tray to keep your jewelry tangle-free and easily accessible.
Between its positive impact on the mind and aesthetically pleasing properties, we are pro-orange in the dressing room (and beyond).
