Room Decorating Ideas With Pink & Purple

Colors and Shades

• Add depth and interest to the room by choosing two or three different shades of pink and purple. Contrast bright and vibrant shades with each other, or complement pastel pinks with purples that have a hint of pink. Pick one or two neutral colors to balance the room, such as white or cream, because these are subtle and won't detract from the color scheme.

Walls

• You have many different ways to decorate the walls using pink and purple. Choose one color to use on all of the walls for a simple design, and accessorize with the second color. Paint three walls in a natural shade, and create a pink or purple feature wall on the forth. Use patterned wallpaper that incorporates both the colors, or decorate with pink and purple wall stickers or stencils. Add interest to the walls by using a secondary theme that works well with the colors, such as floral prints, polka dots and stripes.

Furniture

• Paint selected pieces of furniture pink and purple. Avoid painting every piece because this might detract from the rest of the room. Balance the decor with neutral pieces of furniture that complement the color scheme. For example, oak furniture matches well with pastel shades whereas ebony furniture will add drama to stronger shades. You don't have to paint the whole piece of furniture but can instead select a small part of it, like the headboard of a bed.

Accessories

• Accessorize throughout the room with art, decorations and soft furnishings. Hang paintings that incorporate pink and purple, and mount photos in pink and purple frames. Cover your couch with a colored throw, or scatter pink and purple cushions for a more understated look. You can incorporate the colors into your bedding, and hang matching curtains to add more vertical interest. Combine pink and purple accessories with gold, silver and cream ones for variety. All of the accessories should be spaced evenly around the room because the key to decorating with pink and purple is balance.