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Kristy's "Bold Fuchsia and Green" Room

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Bold Fuchsia and Green



Name:

Kristy

Location:

Denver, Colorado

Division:

West

Colors Used


Fuchsia and bright olivey green.

Color Inspiration


The color of our bed linens and the print by Parvez Taj. I knew I wanted to keep the green as a main color, but it felt pretty safe. Our last home had neutral walls, and I knew that I wanted to take more risks with paint colors in our new house. I also wanted colors that were invigorating and fresh. I played with a color wheel online, and found out that fuchsia/magenta was at the opposite end of the color spectrum. I almost painted the wall behind the bed magenta, but in the end I decided to go with bold green walls and use fuchsia for the curtains and accents.

Color Tips


First, don't be afraid of color. I haven't taken big color risks in the past, but this is my first bold decorating decision and I just love it. I decided that I don't care if I end up hating the color combination in a few years - I can always change it. Also, spend the four dollars on paint samples! I think I bought about seven different ones before I decided on the right shade of green. The walls looked crazy for a few weeks, but I ended up with a color I love.

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Comments (8)

Very vibrant! Good use of color!

posted by Tracy333 on November 7, 2011 at 12:14pm
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The chair is so perfect in that room. A nice, gutsy color choice. Well done!

posted by nancyalice on November 7, 2011 at 12:36pm
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Love this! I have this color scheme in my living room, so I'm biased. :)

http://twohandsbleedingheart.blogspot.com/p/house-tour.html (scroll down)

posted by kspies on November 7, 2011 at 12:55pm
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I like how the wood dressers ground the space. The colors are definitely intense, but they work. Good for you.

posted by bellsonhopi on November 7, 2011 at 7:10pm
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I love the bright, airy feeling this combination creates. Obviously, so does the dog!

posted by Foreveryoung16 on November 7, 2011 at 11:37pm
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This took nerve, and you brought it off. Beautiful!

posted by ShannonTaylor on November 8, 2011 at 12:39am
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Looks great! I painted my daughter's room this same cheery green.

posted by clarity13 on November 9, 2011 at 12:33am
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Such a happy place.

posted by jendavid1000 on November 9, 2011 at 3:00pm
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