Warm up with mulberry

Rich, strong and inviting, mulberry is a big interior hit this winter, and it’s easy to see why interior designers have embraced this moody, plum purple shade. We share some ways of introducing this rich hue into your homes.

Mulberry is an easy colour to glam up by adding touches of metallic like copper and gold, while it also works brilliantly when combined with this season’s key woodland trend. Of course, a sumptuous shade such as this demands attention and a feature wall or hero piece of upholstery furniture always looks amazing, especially if the surrounding areas are kept in a light palette. But if you prefer a largely neutral room scheme, you can also introduce mulberry through accessories, with throws, cushions and lampshades, which are easy additions that’ll show you’re in the know when it comes to this winter’s most on-trend colours.

Introduce nature

This is one of the easiest ways to add a splash of mulberry to your home. Pick or buy flowers in this shade. Get some lavenders, orchids or purple hyacinth to accent your coffee table or your console tables.

Introduce plenty of highlights

Touches of copper, brass and gold will give mulberry a sophisticated feel. Keep an eye out for inspiration in boutique hotels, bars and restaurants, as mulberry and metallics are often in these places.

Be brave and go for it

This rich shade of purple works best when you really go for it, so use it for walls, floorings and furniture. It creates a lovey inviting space that’s just right for cosy nights at your home.

Opt for plenty of texture

Silk, velvet and chenille all work well in shades of mulberry, because they’re luxurious, touch-me-now fabrics; while mohair and wood help to add to the hibernation feeling.

A new take

Try pairing mulberry with orange or coral. Purple and orangey-red shades are next to each other on the colour wheel, so they really do work well together. You can also pair your mulberries with shades of warm purple and burgundy on a background of neutrals.

Think hero

If you’re wary of painting or wallpapering an entire wall in this colour, then how about trying a statement chair? There are plenty of shapely mulberry ones out there that would work in a neutral or grey room. Or, try mulberry-coloured towels in the bathroom.

Source: Caxton Media Magazine: Women and Home