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Photo: David Prince/Real Simple
Real Simple showcased the color green, not only because it's unexpectedly pretty but also because it's calming and soothing. Notice how they use mossy greens as well as shades of chartreuse and darker greens to layer the room. Patterned pillows, rugs, blankets and sheets help provide breaks in the monochromatic color palette.
Here are a few suggestions for achieving the look from the Real Simple team, along with a few tips of our own.
1) Add an area rug for a big burst of green.
2) Try various shades of green accessories to brighten a space without feeling overwhelming.
3) Don't forget the blossoms. Be sure to add plants or flowers to the space.
4) Choose a more neutral shade of green for the wall color, then select accents in more vibrant greens.
5) Mix a few different patterns together to add interest while maintaining balance. Try a large-scale motif, like oversized blooms, with a smaller-scale one, like a checkered pattern.
6) Couple rich fabrics with lighter ones to create texture. For example, try mixing velvet and linen. To get you started, we pulled together some items to fuel your greenspiration.
From left to right, clockwise: Thomas Paul Zinnia Rug, $270-$1,464, Design Public; Terra Aviary Pillow, $29.95, Crate and Barrel; Vintage Murano Lamps, $2,300, Swank Lighting; Ceramic Garden Stool, $159, Pottery Barn; Hour Glasses, $9.95-$29.95, cb2; Dwell Studio for Target(R) Birds Damask Bedding, $39.99-$99.99, Target; Rustic Block Side Table, $84, West Elm.