Deep teal and rusty orange though, that’s a combo with guts. Used sparingly, it’s got this energy that somehow feels both grounded and bold.
I’ve tried to work those colors into a rental once—had to get creative with throw pillows and a thrifted lamp. Honestly, it made the whole place feel more “designed” without spending much. Greige is fine, but yeah, it can look like wet cement if you’re not careful.
Greige is fine, but yeah, it can look like wet cement if you’re not careful.
Couldn’t agree more—greige gets overused and ends up feeling lifeless. That deep teal/rust combo is a calculated risk, but it pays off. Even small accents shift the whole vibe. Props for pulling it off in a rental; that’s not easy.
greige gets overused and ends up feeling lifeless
Funny, I tried greige in my mudroom once thinking it’d be “safe,” but it just looked blah next to the wood trim. Ever tried navy with mustard? Sounds wild, but it actually worked in my last build. Curious if anyone’s mixed bolds with neutrals and regretted it?
