Guest Picks: Blue and White and Right All Over
Go for a timeless summer color pairing that travels from classic to bohemian without missing a beat
Cristin Bisbee Priest
June 29, 2013
Summer has me thinking of the quintessential interior palette for the season: blue and white. This classic color combo can be incorporated throughout the entire home: in living rooms, bedrooms and outdoor living spaces. It can also be featured in every style, from modern to traditional and everywhere in between. Here's a roundup of some eye-catching home decor items in blue and white. — Cristin from Simplified Bee
When I think of classic blue and white patterns, my first thought is dinnerware. It's a timeless look.
Oscar de la Renta's dinnerware collection is high on my list and features this lovely octagonal plate with blue and white brushstrokes.
This versatile ottoman looks great in a beautiful royal blue and white fabric.
When in a striped pattern, blue and white has a true nautical feel.
This outdoor dining chair with blue and white stripes and a rattan frame is perfect for backyard, patio or poolside entertaining.
Throw pillows are an easy way to add this classic color combo to your space.
I'm a little obsessed with hand-blocked textiles, so I had to add this beautiful block print pillow in shades of blue.
I love the whimsical feel of this batik patterned throw pillow in shades of blue and white.
Area rugs are another great way to add pops of blue and white to an interior. This wool dhurrie is low profile and can easily be layered over wall-to-wall carpet.
I love this blue and white contemporary print by Katie Brennan. It would make a lovely statement in any room of the house.
There is nothing more classic and timeless than a blue and white Chinese ginger jar. One of my personal faves!
Inspired by the ancient blue Iznik pottery, this lamp features an iron base with a hand-painted geometric design that's a hot trend today.
Kid-friendly poufs are great for family rooms, playrooms and bedrooms. For a pop of blue and white, this diamond patterned version is a great choice.
These blue and white ikat napkins are simple yet striking. Perfect for a breakfast, lunch or dinner table.
This stately chair with blue and white painterly stripes would be nice in both contemporary and traditional settings.
More and more often my clients are opting for wallpaper in their bathrooms, bedrooms and foyers. This hand-blocked paisley wallpaper in blue and white is on trend yet has a timeless look.
For a more contemporary feel, the Hick's hexagon wallpaper in blue and white is great option.
Changing out a lampshade is an easy way to update a space and incorporate a little splash of blue and white.
This aqua shade of blue adds to the contemporary feel of this rug's abstract linear pattern. It's perfect for a bathroom.
Bed linens in white with navy embroidered ancient Buddhist motifs add a special touch and meaning to your bedroom.
Next: Twist on Tradition: Blue and White Porcelain
Next: Twist on Tradition: Blue and White Porcelain
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