Does anything shout “summer” louder than these citrus tones? From bright lemon-yellows and lime-greens to inviting orange and grapefruit, these hues are perfect for lively accents that add a pop of color to any room. Use fresh, bold citrus colors to give your home a burst of energy and bring some summer fun indoors.
Vase, 22 x 5.5, $39.95, Inspirations
Ceramic storage box, 4 x 7, $14.95, Inspirations
Pillow 17 x 17, $14.95; Inspirations
Bone frames, 3 x 3 $10.95, 3.6 x 5 $12.95, 4 x 6 $18.95; Form & Function
Patterned book storage box 5 x 8, $6.95, Inspirations
Zesty Life – Squeeze the Day lemon mug, $19.95; Zest Café & Home Art
Pomegranate citrus candle (11 oz.), $32.50; Zest Café & Home Art
Ceramic lemon, $12.95; Zest Café & Home Art
“Choosing a yellow paint can be a lot easier than finding the right shade of grey. My fav citrus color is BM Sunkissed Yellow #2022-20. It looks amazing paired with BM Decorator’s White known for having barely noticeable undertones. This yellow is invigorating yet inviting at the same time.”
—Tula Summerford, Design by Tula, designbytula.com
“Favorite citrus color: Stay in Lime by Sherwin Williams. Great pop of color for an accent wall in your home or an exciting throw pillow—fresh, fun, but not overwhelmingly bright.”
—Beth Bridgers, Beyond Blue Interiors, beyondblueinteriors.com
“Navel Sherwin Williams 6887 is a bold, saturated orange and, if used as an all over color, would look great with natural, off white drapes and other similar, toned-down natural accents. It also pairs well with soft, green-based blues as another accent color for accessories. For a more subtle jolt, lacquer a singular piece of furniture or a set of chairs.”
—Carole Marcotte, Form & Function, formandfunctionraleigh.com
“My favorite citrus color is Flashpoint by Behr (P320-1). This color is a subtle pastel and super classic. I think of lemon merengue pie every time I see this color.”
“This orangey-pink color reminds me of the inside of a juicy grapefruit! I love how inviting it is, casting a warm glow as the light bounces off. It packs a punch of color so use sparingly – as an accent wall, for example. Combine with a statement wallpaper containing small hints of coral and now you’re talking!”