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So, what color is indigo? When it comes to this color, blue jeans may be the first thing that comes to your mind but this authentic and delightful color is as prominent in interior design as it is in our traditionally favored clothes.
What is more, this natural blue color it is used for a long time, especially in interior design and it is produced using the blossoming Indigofera plant.
Blue represents the shade of trust, genuineness, logic, friendly and reason, the color of the mind which is affecting us rationally. It is a profound, dim, rich shade of blue with violet components.
As opposite of the true blue color, indigo color speaks to inward examination and self-reflection. It is shading for calm consideration.
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Indigo interior design is making it way in our homes, expanding on our well established relationship whit the dark grey, that other modest moody color. This color is very flexible and can make a look that is rich, comfortable, and modern, contingent upon how and where is used.
So, if you are wondering how to decorate with indigo, here are some great ideas of the best ways to use this sensational inky tone and have the best impact.
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Indigo decor combined with white, beige and cream
If you want to experiment with some shade, indigo is the perfect color to achieve that. This is the best color to work with if the main players are white color, beige and cream. You would absolutely love the outcome!
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Combine indigo with violet and mustard
It may seem a little crazy, but combining indigo color with violet and mustard is a perfect match! Violet will work just perfect, taking into account that indigo already contains a dash from this shade. As it comes to mustard, with indigo as a backdrop, this color is brilliant as a contrasting counterpoint.
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Combine indigo with comparable shades
Enrich the dull indigo base by combining it with comparable shades like turquoise, royal blue or azure if you want to point out the blue shade of the indigo shade.
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Indigo living room
Give a fresh look to your living room by coloring your fireplace in indigo. Even if it’s tricky sometimes to decide what to do with your fireplace when embarking on an entire renovation of the wall color, this could be the best way to give your living room a dash of uniqueness.
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Indigo accents
If you do not want to paint the whole room in this color, try to start with some indigo accent pieces. For example, put an indigo-shaded cushion over your sofa or reading chair and experiment with an indigo-shaded vase filled with fresh flowers.
White walls with indigo window frame
By consolidating distinctive finishes from matte to polished, with indigo color you can give your room the particular vibe that you’re looking for. Coloring a couple of window frames or a single door in indigo can reveal a fresh new insight on white walls.
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Make a modern twist
When you pick a color, make sure to try a couple tester pots so you can get the perfect shade and effect for the room you want to paint. You can find indigo shades from almost black to grayish or greenish.
Rich, profound indigo walls will give an instant fancy look which will be perfect if you want a comfortable country boutique hotel look.
Indigo shade looks perfect alongside traditional fittings. So, when you pick an indigo shade, look at the test shades in normal and artificial light at different times of the day, to be certain of your decision.
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Boho Style
This shade also fits perfect at your home in a boho style teamed decor alongside with gold, metallic and bronze. If you adore a casual vibes then combine the indigo shade with these earthy embellishments and give an electric, global traveler look to your room.
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Moroccan style
The indigo shade is extensively used in Morocco and it is usually combined with orange shade for a great contrast. It is the right combination of colors if you want to have some Moroccan styled room. You can also combine it with crisp white and some geometric motifs so you can make a marvelous Marrakech vibe in your room.
Nautical style
As we all know, indigo is the perfect color for nautical styled room. Is a glorious shade to use if you want a sea inspired look. As we have already mentioned above, this is the perfect shade for decor.
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Indigo kitchen
If you want to change and refresh your old kitchen look, this color especially combined with white, is the perfect combo for you. You can simply paint some stools or shelves to add some character, or just paint the cupboard in this shade and it will revive your old kitchen look in a second.
Combine Indigo with some red shades
These two shades combined together will give your room fresher look. They fit perfectly together and work in any seasons and in any combination. So combine them to achieve magical look. Sometimes we need a little magic!
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Indigo bathroom
Changing the table or an old dresser will look very stylish in your bathroom. Combine the indigo color with a little measure of painted woodwork if you want to give your bathroom a fresher look. So, highlight your incredible find with a dash of indigo. This color works brilliantly with a copper bowl, as well.
Indigo fabric
In case that your room is painted in white you can easily add some pillows or a textured rug in indigo color. This will give your room tranquility and peace and will really set the mood. In this way, your room will look more colorful and stylish.
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Indigo details
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If you want a quality feel, pick a powdery, matte finish for the walls.
Indigo makes an extraordinary gallery style setting as it enables designs and hues to truly stand out. Also, this will enable canvases and prints to take the centre stage.
Indigo home office
If you want your office furniture to look good alongside your painted indigo walls, use paint in the same shade and paint your woodwork. You can also revive your radiators and paint them in indigo shade. In this way your home office will look so stylish and will give you calmness.
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Indigo furniture
If you want to give your room some fabulous look, try to paint your favorite cabinet or dresser in indigo. Also, you can put an indigo colored couch in your room combined with white pillows and maybe white carpet. Add some personality in your interior design and stand out with your brilliant ideas. Don’t be afraid to experiment!
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Combine indigo with chartreuse
The combination of indigo wall with a piece of art of chartreuse is quite striking. You can also experiment with some indigo pillows on a chartreuse sofa or maybe indigo sofa combined with a chartreuse carpet.There is thousands of combinations you can make with these two colors.