Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Interiors: Black, Cream, Brown

The neutral palette of black, cream, and brown has a masculine sophistication that I find quite lovely.  Because I generally lean towards pops of color in a space, it's a combo that's intriguing to me for it's restraint and ostensible maturity.  Below are some of my favorite examples of this classy palette.





































































































What about you? Do you yearn for my color in these spaces or are you satisfied with this neutral combo? 

images: 1) Roland Bello 2)  Indenfor & Undenfor (via Moodboard) 3) Vogue Living Australia Vol 43. 4) House Beautiful April '10 5) Elle Decor UK Jan '10

16 comments:

The Robinsons said...

So adorable! I yearn for neutral settings with a touch of color. Unless it's the holiday than I like a blast of color. Such a cute blog!

Unknown said...

I love these neutrals! I usually love pops of color, but have discovered that neutrals work really well when combined with other forms of visual interest such as texture.

Lindsey G. said...

I really that top one of the bedroom. Might have to steal/style that one day when I have more funds. Happy belated birthday by the way!

TERI REES WANG said...

Yes, I am a big color lover but, I still try to remind myself to keep some space that allows for some down time. I am all about a softer version of black and white, and here it is.

Cheers!

GB said...

Color! can't live without it...neutral spaces can be pretty backdrops but I need to keep loads of color. :)

Michelle Parks McCourt said...

love love love. very inspiring.

Michelle Parks McCourt said...

love love love. very inspiring.

Michelle Parks McCourt said...

love love love. very inspiring.

Piper Jacquelyn said...

I always gravitate back towards clean, simple, classic rooms like this - I love the bedroom. So chic.

Jaime @ laviejaime said...

Loving all the silouettes above the bed!

nicole said...

i absolutely love that first picture. the bed, side table, and silouettes!

nicole said...

i absolutely love that first picture. the bed, side table, and silouettes!

Islandia Lane said...

love this combo, just so classic!

HC said...

I love your use of the silhouettes - always adore those designs.

Rachel said...

i have been seeing this palette everywhere! or maybe i'm just noticing it everywhere because i like it so much :)

this is kind of like my own color scheme at home, except a million times more sophisticated. lol
i love the antique portraits in the second image.
thanks for sharing!

Callie Grayson said...

love those first two images!!
:)
xx
callie

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