The saying 'seeing green' has taken on a whole new meaning in the realm of interior design lately. From trendy green kitchens to luxe, green sofas, this earthy hue seems to be the color dominating our homes right now.
Reese Witherspoon is adding to the mix with her vibrant, key lime green painted bookshelf, as seen in a recent Instagram post.
The bright hue extends to her window, coating the space in an irresistible yet surprisingly versatile tone, and once again proving that decorating with green can and should be experimented with in any room in the home.
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Glazed in a rich peacock green, this textured bud vase will give a surface a hint of luxury and sophistication. Pair it with some pink florals for contrast.
This gorgeous green velvet throw pillow cover is just what you need to add a touch of rich earthiness to your living room this season. Changing pillow covers is one of the oldest tricks in the book to introduce color (in this case, green) in an instant.
Introducing green to your floor is just as easy with this lush floral rug. Designed by Iris Apfel, it's another way to bring a designer-approved sense of style to either a dressing room, living space or entryway (to create the ultimate first impression).
According to experts, green is such a popular paint and accessory color due in part to its association with the natural world.
'Greens inspired by elements in nature, such as sage, olive, and moss, can add a gentle sense of calm,' explains Alex Francis, interior design expert at luxury bed brand, Comodo Living.
'These tones often reflect what we see in foliage, forests, and other natural landscapes, which may be why they feel so calming to us. That connection makes green well suited to bedrooms, where rest and relaxation are a central part of the space.'
Alex says that when painting a wall green, like Reese has done, it's important to create a harmonious space with additional neutrals and natural materials.
'When using green on walls or in soft furnishings, balance it out with materials that offer a sense of weight and warmth,' Alex explains. 'Wood tones like oak and walnut help bridge the contrast between green and white, subtly mirroring the natural palette of leaves and tree trunks, while it might not have quite the same impact as being in nature, it can mildly recreate a similar restful feeling.'
