For years pastel shades were primarily used in children’s rooms but are now applied to a variety of rooms throughout our homes right down to the crockery we choose. 

Sugared almond pink, duck egg blue, tranquil green and primrose yellow are all pretty pastel shades that give us a sense of cosiness when used throughout our homes.

The Crown Classic Collection is a great place to start from Classic Tundra to Modern Radiance; I guarantee you will be spoilt for choice with these 56 timeless shades.  These delicate hues can create a soft and relaxing mood. You can paint your entire room in these shades or can use two tone effects to create a calming and enchanting atmosphere. 

Why not give an understated pale room a taste of elegance with a dash of pure pink. Fairy Dust or Glaucous Dog Rose are the perfect choice to create this atmosphere. Rose pinks and pastel blues can be glamorous without being hard-edged.  Beauty Queen or Elegant Blush will create a sweet and elegant room, the perfect fit for a young princess!

Pastel shades can be easily teamed with whites, creams and beiges and offer an abundance of possibilities for colour combinations.  I found that many people often worry about combining pastel shades as they think these shades can look quite feminine. Using a combination of pastel colours can create a warm feeling particularly in a living room. When pastels are combined they can look fresh, cheerful and retro with the right balance of femininity.  You will find the Crown Wildflower collection is the perfect place to find inspiration for every room in your home.

Furniture in cream or natural hues, natural fibre rugs, and light transparent curtains with decorative blinds are a good choice to complement your pastel shades. Natural fabrics in neutral colours coordinate effortlessly.

Crisp white cotton slipcovers with cushions and throws are a great choice for soft furnishings. Soft pastel florals and stripes are easy to live with patterns. Marks and Spencer’s and Heaton’s have a great selection of textured floral cushions that are definitely worth a look and at very reasonable price points.

Always remember interior decorating is about you and your individuality so it’s important to create an atmosphere you enjoy.

Happy decorating!!

Neville