Decorating with Denim Blue

As we head into fall, many of us are looking to gather up warmth by layering blankets, switching out cotton sheets for flannel throws and maybe even breaking out our cozy wool sweaters. While the turn of the season is exciting with its fall colors and cool evening air, often as the days get shorter, our homes can feel a little dark and maudlin. Spruce up your home with some color this fall in the form of this season’s trending color: denim blue. 

This denim blue hue is complete with shades of navy and natural indigo, and creates a color reminiscent of denim blue jeans. Blue itself has been a timeless staple in the world of interior design, but for novice homeowners, this palette can still be tricky. If you’re stuck on the question “how do you decorate with blue?” then you’ve come to the right place. Infusing blue accents into your home design is easier than you might think and we’re offering a few simple tips to get you started on your blue home decor. 

Install Blue Tile Backsplashes For the Win

Beehive Medley by Daltile

Since the color blue mirrors the tranquility of water, blue tiles work well in kitchens and baths as backsplashes, accent walls and floors alike. Create a mosaic backsplash around your kitchen sink or directly over your oven with blue ceramic tiles. Larger blue tiles work well as accent walls while tiles in organic forms and geometric shapes make stunning backsplashes.

Denim blue, with its navy hues, is remnicent of a nautical air which can really take shape in a master suite bathroom if you are looking to create a serene space with a calming color palette. Contrast your cool blues by mixing your tiles with warm accent metals like brass or gold through cabinet pulls, sink faucets and shower heads.

Incorporate Soft Blue Surfaces

Design by MICHELLE BERWICK  Photography by LARRY ARNAL 

Not only can you can bring blue into your design with hard surfaces, but you can incorporate soft blue surfaces too. Since the color blue has a soothing effect on its environment, this color works especially well in areas like the living room or bedroom to provide an added layer of cozy comfort through textiles. Invest in some leather blue couches for the living room or a soft blue dyed wool rug in your home office. One of the best parts about the color blue is that it’s perfectly acceptable to mix and max shades and tones so if you don’t need to worry about sticking to just denim blue or creating a monotonous look. You can pull in other shades of blue by layering blankets, pillows, tapestries and gorgeous blue fabrics.

Draw Eyes to Your Floors

Design by MICHELLE BERWICK  Photography by LARRY ARNAL

Floors are a simple —and practical—way to sprinkle in this trendy denim blue. Blue will forever be trending so investing in floors with this color is a safe bet. Whether you’re looking for a new carpet in the living room or updating the tile in the laundry room, consider finding materials that complement or even incorporate blue to some extent. 

Add Blue Accent Pieces

Design by DIANA ROSE  Photography by MIKE CHAJECKI

Accent walls, structural pieces and blue decor are easy ways to tie blue into your home decor. Dark cabinets are in this season, and this is a smooth way to incorporate rich blues into your bathrooms, laundry rooms and kitchens with a quick paint update. 

While all-white color schemes have been a popular choice for kitchens and bedrooms, sometimes they can feel too staged or devoid of warmth. White decor often benefits from a bit of color and this can be done by simply adding pieces like blue china vases or blue artwork. 

Now that you’ve mastered decorating with blue, find more design and flooring tips for your home by reading our Beautiful Design Made Simple Blog. If you’re looking for a more muted fall palette, check out our blog on pumpkin spice inspired decor.