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
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16 comments:

  1. The RobinsonsJuly 13, 2010 at 11:52 AM

    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!

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  2. UnknownJuly 13, 2010 at 12:01 PM

    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.

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  3. Lindsey G.July 13, 2010 at 12:01 PM

    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!

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  4. TERI REES WANGJuly 13, 2010 at 12:03 PM

    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!

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  5. GBJuly 13, 2010 at 12:11 PM

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

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  6. Michelle Parks McCourtJuly 13, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    love love love. very inspiring.

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  7. Michelle Parks McCourtJuly 13, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    love love love. very inspiring.

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  8. Michelle Parks McCourtJuly 13, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    love love love. very inspiring.

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  9. Piper JacquelynJuly 13, 2010 at 1:13 PM

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

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  10. Jaime @ laviejaimeJuly 13, 2010 at 1:54 PM

    Loving all the silouettes above the bed!

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  11. nicoleJuly 13, 2010 at 2:22 PM

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

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  12. nicoleJuly 13, 2010 at 2:22 PM

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

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  13. Islandia LaneJuly 13, 2010 at 2:54 PM

    love this combo, just so classic!

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  14. HCJuly 13, 2010 at 3:31 PM

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

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  15. RachelJuly 13, 2010 at 6:09 PM

    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!

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  16. Callie GraysonJuly 13, 2010 at 10:05 PM

    love those first two images!!
    :)
    xx
    callie

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