The Colors of Spring - How to Decorate with Floral Patterns

Start Small

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When it comes to introducing florals into your decor, start with just a little here and there. Things like a simple throw pillow, or a piece of art are a good way to add florals to your space without feeling overwhelmed by them. Florals have gotten a bad wrap in the past for feeling a little “grandma-ish” so for some, it will take time to get that perception out of their heads. 

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Try Floral Wallpaper (Gasp!)

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Can you believe I said it? Floral wallpaper? Thats right, in the right space it can work beautifully! Don't be concerned, these are not the florals of the past I am talking about. These florals are both chic and on trend. Some places to appropriately use floral wallpaper is in a nursery or as an accent wall. 

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When in Doubt, Go Large-Scale

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One of the things we picture when we think old, outdated florals are tiny patterns. This was part of the problem that added to our distain for these patterns. The new florals that are back and better than ever are mostly large scale patterns which differentiates them from the others. These photos show two great examples of large scale florals that added to the spaces in a major way. 

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The Colors of Spring - How to Decorate with Pink

Here at Polka Dots & Rosebuds we have a special place in our hearts for the color pink. We have the pleasure of working with Sororities across the country on their spaces and some of them have pink as one of their main colors. As you can imagine, we have A LOT of fun working this color in!

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Polka Dots & Rosebuds Interiors

Not only is pink a fun and feminine color that fits in perfectly at a sorority house, but it is also one of the gorgeous colors we get to see all around us during Spring time. This prompted us to share snap shots from some of our favorite projects where we could work in the color.

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Polka Dots & Rosebuds Interiors

Although these are all examples where we used pink in a big and bold fashion, that certainly does not mean it can’t be worked in in a more subtle way. When you are living in a home with other members who may not be as open to pink everywhere, small subtle pieces here and there is always an option as well.

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Polka Dots & Rosebuds Interiors

The Colors of Spring - How to Decorate with Yellow

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Continuing on with our Colors of Spring series, we move on to the always cheery yellow. Yellow is one of those colors that can often be forgotten about when deciding what to implement in your decor. People can be a little stand offish about incorporating this color in fear that it will be to bold or overwhelming to a space. This is why using yellows in small and subtle ways is the best way to go.

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All of these photos show examples of how you can add in yellow with things like accessories, throw pillows, faux florals, and even small pops in furniture. Colors that pair well with yellow include grays, white, and blues. It can really add that punch of cheer that you didn't realize the room needed. 

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The Colors of Spring - How to Decorate with Green

Spring has officially sprung! With the turn of the season comes beautiful, vibrant colors. One of the first colors that comes to mind when you think Spring is green. From the fresh grass to the new baby leaves and buds, green is everywhere you look. What better way to embrace this fresh color in nature than to bring it indoors in your decor?

Artwork

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Green is a great color to incorporate in your decor through artwork. Art is such a personal choice that we recommend waiting until you fall in love with a piece before just buying on a whim. The great thing about green is it pairs well with so many other colors like blues, or as the pop of color against neutrals.  

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Polka Dots & Rosebuds Interiors 

Fabrics

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Another place where green can be worked into your space is in fabrics like window treatments and throw pillows. These photos show three great examples of green in fabrics throughout the spaces. Something about adding green to your decor adds a burst of freshness as well as calm which is a winning combination!

Polka Dots & Rosebuds Interiors

Polka Dots & Rosebuds Interiors