Winter is here, Marsala up your home

Like fine red wine, this colour will warm you up on chilly winter nights. Marsala, Pantone’s colour of the year in 2015, is still on trend and will help you make a statement in your home. Versatile and bold, the name Marsala comes from vintage Italian wine. The stylish yet hearty colour offers a sophisticated appeal, and with a splash of paint it will give your home a refreshed look.

The colour complements a monochrome or neutral colour palette, so if your home already incorporates rustic and metallic tones it will definitely suit the space. Alluring to both men and women, it is perfect for any room, be it for the walls, furniture or even small décor pieces. Marsala brings warmth to your interiors, and it’s also the perfect backdrop for gold framed family photos. It’s earthy and rich, pairing perfectly with vintage pieces and bringing out raw textures in wooden furniture.

So if you’re ready to bring this colour into your home’s interiors then follow our inspirational tips. We’ve chosen three spaces and how you can transform them with a brush of Marsala.

Bedroom

Rich red-brown tones will create the perfect space to enjoy a good book and put your feet up. When choosing to use Marsala in the bedroom, remember that it’s best accompanied with other warm colours, such as gold, oranges and browns. The colour will make the room feel warmer as it creates a cosy atmosphere. Keep your room simple and sleek by combining your stylish white bedding with a Marsala scatter cushion or throw; or if your room is completely neutral add a touch of Marsala with a richly coloured lampshade. Remember that subtlety makes the boldest statement.

Living room/dining area

Add a pop of colour to your living room with a few coats of Marsala on your cement flooring or wall and you will create a welcoming, warm space in no time. As it’s quite a dark colour, Marsala can create an intimate dining setting, however make sure the chosen room has sufficient natural lighting so that it can still be bright during the day. If you are not ready to make such a bold commitment, incorporate subtle touches of Marsala with either a table cloth or placemats, or even a Marsala coloured coffee table.

Outdoors

Do you like to enjoy crisp winter mornings in your garden? Marsala’s earthy undertones are perfect for outdoor furniture or décor – pair your wooden furniture with Marsala-coloured seat cushions. Or if your garden looking a bit dull then paint your old planters with a coat of Marsala to give it new life. This rich colour is perfect when used in outdoor spaces as it already resembles most of the earthy tones featured in your garden.

Now that you have all the essential tips to create a home that reflects your personal style, it’s time to get your hands dirty and get started on this bold statement. Give us a call if you’d like expert advice or the Xperiencemakers team to work their magic in your home.