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If there’s one colour to instantly lift your mood and brighten up an unloved space, it’s yellow.
Admittedly, it doesn’t always feel like the easiest interiors choice to pull off. So, to prove how versatile the many shades of yellow can be, here are six of our favourite colour combinations, from buttermilk and sage green to rich mustard and teal.
Blue and yellow is a joyful combination, as this Mediterranean-inspired bathroom proves. As near-opposites on the colour wheel, they make a striking contrast.
How to use them:
There’s no holding back in this bold bathroom: the cobalt blue walls and lemon-print Roller blind feel like a dose of pure sunshine. The trick when using two strong colours like this is to make one the main colour and the other the accent.
Yellow and blue don’t have to be this bold, either. Try combining one deeper shade with a softer one, or using both as accent colours in a more neutral colour scheme.
If bright yellow feels too loud, this slightly more subdued take might be the one for you. A warm, golden yellow or mustard looks beautifully balanced next to a cool, greeny blue. It’s those two sides of the colour wheel again, and a classic pairing in mid-century-style homes.
How to use them:
While the colour scheme here is undeniably striking, it still feels liveable. The mustard Roman blind adds a hint of pattern and the white woodwork and accessories help soften the look. We love the pop of brighter yellow in the artwork too.
“As soon as I had decided on this material, other design choices around the room started falling into place. And I was totally reassured that the green geometric pattern would complement the mustard-yellow velvet bed."
Suzie Tipple, interior designer and stylist
Green and yellow make a harmonious match. Because it’s a combination we see a lot in the natural world – and the countryside – it has a lovely fresh, outdoorsy feel.
There are a few shade pairings to consider: chartreuse and forest green; mustard and olive; and lemon and sage green are three popular ones.
How to use them:
This conservatory uses lots of white, together with cool tones of yellow and green, to create a light, airy space that feels like an extension of the garden outside. The Duette® honeycomb blinds are a practical choice as well as an aesthetic one, helping to keep the room a pleasant temperature all your round.
White and yellow look clean, contemporary and cheerful. It’s a combination that will brighten up any room on even the dreariest of days.
How to use them:
This kitchen is a good example of yellow and white done boldly. The buttercup-yellow Venetian blinds are unapologetically bright, but the white walls and cabinetry, plus wooden floor and colour-pop accessories, keep the whole thing feeling playful rather than overwhelming. For a gentler take, try a softer yellow with a warm white – this would be lovely in a bedroom or nursery.
"Colour not only influences your mood and mindset, but it also helps add personality and character to a space. The colour palette chosen instantly uplifted the room, and being in a sunny south facing kitchen meant the colours were enhanced in the natural light.”
Gemma Gear, interior stylist
Grey and yellow is one combination we just keep coming back to. If you already have some grey in your home, then a yellow window dressing or piece of furniture would be a great way to give it a quick refresh.
How to use them:
The shade you choose makes a difference. Bright yellow with cool grey feels crisp and contemporary, while soft primrose paired with pale grey is gentle enough for a bedroom. Warm mustard with mid or charcoal grey – as shown here – sits somewhere in the middle.
In this living room, the colour scheme is built around the mustard sofa and charcoal honeycomb blind. Blue and green cushions, warm wood tones and a leafy plant add depth and personality.
To make your yellow interiors feel instantly more sophisticated, add a little black. It’s a confident, graphic look that can work everywhere from period to modern homes.
How to use them:
The key is balance. Here, the sculptural lines of the dining table and chairs add graphic contrast. At the same time, the full-height white shutters – and the natural light spilling in from the garden – keep the colour scheme feeling fresh rather than heavy.
Yellow may feel like a bold choice, but it’s surprisingly easy to use. Whether you go all-in with a bold feature wall or simply swap out a blind for something brighter, it has an almost instant effect on the mood of a room.
There's a shade of yellow for everyone: it’s just a matter of finding what you love and working out what colour goes with yellow in your own home.
Try a few quick questions to find the right yellow colour scheme for you.
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