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08 Oct 19

Colour crush: How to decorate with yellow and pink

LINWOOD Belleville

Sometimes I just crush on a colour and sometimes I crush on a combination and right now I’m loving all things yellow and pink. I always try and encourage people to have fun with colour and be experimental and creative with it. This cute combination is playful, creating a feeling of happiness and delight. Yellow is the colour of optimism after all and pink can never really be taken too seriously, although together I think they can look seriously cool. Opting chalky dirty plaster pink, like Setting plaster by Farrow and Ball for example, and then slicing that with a zinging almost neon yellow is what really ticks my box! Yellow cake by Farrow and Ball or Trumpet by Little Greene are both great zesty yellows which would make a great accent in a dirty soft pink scheme.

Colour lover Sophie Robinson shares her latest colour crush, pink and yellow. The industrial feel of the scheme is softened with one yellow wall and one pink and the contemporary furniture creates a modern look. #colourcrush #warehouse #sophierobinson

Who said the feature wall is dead! A block of yellow in thus industrial apartment makes the space feel modern and edgy against quiet a grey pink.  Walls in Sicilian lime and Pale Peony by Dulux

Pale pinks have been so fashionable interiors for what feels like forever, and it’s such a gorgeous colour to live with because it’s soft, warm and nurturing. It felt quite edgy to begin with as an interiors trend but I’d argue now that we have come to accept it as almost neutral. I’m told even the men are on board, especially with the warmer more nude pinks.  Pink looks elegant with warm terracotta, sophisticated with navy and has found its perfect partnership with green. But it’s yellow that really makes it feel fresh and new again.

The bright yellow painted staircase and the contrasting pink living room create a striking style statement. Sophie Robinson selects this scheme as part of her colour crush feature on yellow & pink #pinkandyellow #colourcrush #sophierobinson

Colour blocking perfection by @zilverblauw who has zoned the open plan stair way in this sharp yellow. It looks sensational against the sombre concrete floor. The open plan living area has been zoned with pink walls and ceiling.

 

A fellow colour lover, @therachelhendersonstudio, home is a riot of pink and yellow. Rachel has found her happy colours and uses this palette throughout her home which is just brimming with feel good vibes.

 

Hannah at the @theottohouse uses soft pinks and warm yellows throughout her home which feels light and airy yet cosy too. I love the way she has painted the ceiling above the picture rail soft pink.

Lissi from @oxfordone uses striking black and white graphic prints to add a more masculine and modern edge to her pink and yellow scheme.

 

Check out our pick of the best pink and yellow accessories for your home to give your pad an instant lift.

1. Louis armchair in Canary velvet, from £670, Sofa.com | 2. Lane rug, £170, Habitat | 3. Aoki glazed stoneware in yellow, from £12, La Redoute | 4. Gold flamingo table lamp, £135, Graham & Green | 5. Valerie upholstered ottoman storage bench in blossom pink, £199, Cult Furniture | 6.  Windsor bed in yellow, £999, Joules at DFS | 7. Floral sham cushion, £28, Oliver Bonas.

Featured image at top: Curtains, Louis in Lucky Yellow, Belleville collection by Linwood.

Shopping page by Luisa Ferdenzi-Rouse.

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February. Rain. More rain. And then just for varie February. Rain. More rain. And then just for variety… rain. The dog and I relished the excuse to stay tucked up at home. But inside? Big plans and some serious plotting around the kitchen table. February has that quiet, held-breath quality. Everything looks still, yet beneath the surface it’s all quietly preparing to burst into life. I’m more than ready for that spring light to unleash some very exciting plans! Who else is ready?!

FEBRUARY ROUND UP
	1.	Just how much rain?! Honestly. Biblical.
	2.	Creating shape and big ideas with @teamyo_weight_training .
	3.	Major shoot energy for my AW 2026 collection. So proud of this one.
	4.	Celebrating the fabulous new scents at @vyraoworld . Heaven in a bottle.
	5.	Catch-ups with these sirens @micboehm77  @yasminsewell Creative refuel.
	6.	Photoshoot at the house. @jadefarmiloemua claims best mug, obviously.
	7.	Lucy ready for hair and make-up. Born for backstage life.
	8.	I finally caved and bought an air fryer. Brilliant but why do Ugly.
	9.	Watching the pond like it’s Netflix. What will spawn this spring? 🐸
	10.	My lovely Dad staying with us and recuperating after a nasty illness. Tender days.
	11.	Healing sunlight breaking through when we needed it most.
	12.	Three generations, sofa-bound, watching the rugby. Proper joy.
	13.	14. The wonderful Wes Anderson exhibition at the @designmuseum . Go. Get inspired.
	15. February has its own special bleakness. I’m ready for sunshine on that sea.
	16.	Lucy fully committed to hibernation season. Respect.
	17.	An elegant mess. Story of my life.
	18.	Lucy taking the minutes at a very exciting team meeting. Promotion pending.
	19.	First signs of spring 🌼 Always right on time.
AD Still smiling after revealing my latest colourf AD Still smiling after revealing my latest colourful homewares collection with @Dunelmuk. Bringing a collection like this to life takes months of dreaming, designing and attention to detail, so sharing it with everyone felt incredibly special. Expect joyful colour, layered pattern and all the maximalist touches you know I love. The whole collection is now available to shop in store, online and on the Dunelm app. I could not be prouder. 💛
January. A grateful round up. Rolling into 2026 an January. A grateful round up.
Rolling into 2026 and chasing colour in all its forms, from piercing blue winter suns to raspberry red Moroccan sunrises. I knew I’d be ready for you, 2026. And we have started beautifully.

1. A quiet promise to myself to make 2026 as colourful as possible
2. New Year’s Eve… exactly as it began
3. And then how it went. A proper sweaty dance at @alphabetbrighton 
4. Hosting a bonfire at home with friends to burn away 2025. @jothornephotography 
5. Watching embers glow beneath a full moon. Emotional in the best way
6. Snow, low sun and the most perfect winter palette
7. Still walking it out! Bracing the cold with @sophieabbottartist @edwinaboase 
8. A much needed colour hit, hosting my interiors retreat with @elfennmarrakech 
9. Me and partner in crime @em_lappin  at @lallamarrakech 
10. The joyful jolt of colour only the Marrakech souks can deliver
11. Discovering the new @ritaalaoui_artist art installation at El Fenn
12. New moon meditation with the wonderful @alexadecastilho 
13. Gently shaping a new vision for 2026
14. Harnessing that wild horse energy for my vision board webinar
15. Proud moments unveiling my latest collection to the press at @dunelmuk 
16. Catch ups with my lovely TV chums @hardcastletowers @francescarowanplowden @jackkinsey @ritamillat 
17. Feeling genuinely excited about this collection and all the squeals it is delivering
18. Finally ticking off my 360 health scan at @nekohealth 
19. Becoming mildly obsessed with pastel, colour drenched interiors
20. It looks busy, but January has mostly been this. Rest. Reflection. Happy wintering.
Not going to lie, this might be one of my proudest Not going to lie, this might be one of my proudest makeovers ever…
My Dad and Mary’s modern French villa was all beige tiles, white walls and zero personality. So I did what I do best: turned it into a technicolour dreamscape inspired by the countryside views outside those gorgeous bifold doors.

Inspired by early  autumn leaves, emerald green fields, and piercing blue skies we set about making the inside of their home feel as joyful as the outside … now imagine all that bottled up into wallpaper, fabrics, cushions and colour-drenched furniture.

If you’ve ever thought bold colour overwhelming or that pattern was too much for open-plan spaces… this one’s for you. Because colour and pattern sings in nature, and it can work just as well in your home decor.

All wallpapers, rug and cushion fabrics are from my collection with @harlequinfw. Painting by @sophieabbottartist 

Full sourcing list, extra styling tips and a deeper dive into the design story are up now on A Life In Colour: head to my Substack via the link in bio to read more!
End of January check-in… and yes, the struggle to End of January check-in… and yes, the struggle to stay joyful is very real right now. Dark mornings, grey skies, energy running low.

That’s exactly why our homes matter so much at this time of year. They are our sanctuary. The place that should lift your mood, calm your nervous system and make you feel held when the outside world feels a bit, how can I put this...relentless. And this isn’t just a feeling or a design philosophy. It’s backed up by science. Research shows that colour, light, beauty and nature in our homes have a direct impact on mood, wellbeing and happiness. Small, intentional changes really can shift how you feel day to day.

I’d love to know… what brings you the most joy in your home right now? A colour, a room, a plant, a view, a ritual? Share it in the comments 💛

And if you’re ready to go deeper, my big January Sale ends this week.

If you want to truly understand colour psychology and learn how to curate a home that feels joyful, confident and completely you, comment ULTIMATE and I’ll send you the link to my online design school and your opportunity to make the biggest saving of the year.
These are the ingredients to making your home feel These are the ingredients to making your home feel as good as it looks. 

• Confident colour that creates the mood
• Beautiful pattern that delights the eye
• Layered texture that brings it all alive
• Personality in every corner, so it feels like home

Magic happens when you stop playing it safe and start designing a home that truly reflects you. A home that feels joyful, expressive and alive. But designing a home can feel overwhelming. Where do you start? How do you combine colours without it feeling chaotic? How do you clash patterns so it looks considered? How to express your unique personality without merely copying other people’s style?

That is exactly why I created my online design school. After more than 25 years as an interior designer, I have distilled my design process into clear, easy-to-follow courses that take you step by step through combining colours, balancing patterns and adding texture, so you can decorate with confidence and creativity.

And right now, my January Sale is on. You can save a huge 60% on my transformational courses, designed to completely change how you approach your home and how it makes you feel. If you are ready to embrace your creativity and deepen your passion for interior design  comment ULTIMATE and I will send you all the details.
Think Maximalism is ‘too much’, too messy, or only Think Maximalism is ‘too much’, too messy, or only for other people? 

I’m here to tell you: maximalism isn’t chaotic. It’s just misunderstood.

Once you understand how colour and pattern work together, decorating like a maximalist stops feeling intimidating and starts feeling instinctive. Your home starts feeling like you.

If you want to design your home with confidence, my Ultimate Interiors Bundle is exactly what you need. It includes three self-paced online courses that take you inside my design process, teaching you how to use colour and pattern so you can make bold choices that actually work, again and again. 

Right now, the Ultimate Interiors Bundle is a massive 60% off. Buy now, enjoy the saving, and start whenever you are ready to create a home that is completely yours.

Comment ULTIMATE and I’ll DM you the link to find out more.
Welcome to my witchy era! Who else wants to harnes Welcome to my witchy era! Who else wants to harness the Year of the Horse and use this dynamic energy to manifest your best year yet! 

A vision board is like a compass that will lead your goal settings and intentions with total clarity. To prepare i like to take lots of long walks and meditate on what it is so want more of in my life while gratefully letting go of what no longer serves me. 

Join me Wednesday for a live webinar on how to I create a Vision board that will ignite your passion and motivation to live a bold, creative and colourful life! Comment VB26 for the link.
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