Frank Sinatra once said, "Orange is the happiest color."  And if that notion holds true, its cousin on the coral side, Apricot, is not lacking in the same sentiments. Taking cues from its namesake and reminiscent of the warmth cast out by the last rays of sunset, his hue is equally as soothing as it is invigorating. In its palest whisper of a shade it offers a cloak of softness to quiet and calm a space.  And when used as a more vibrant color note, it accentuates with a certain boldness yet subtle and refined restraint.  Apricot brings forth a vivaciousness that wakes up the senses and aesthetics of a room, energizing every other element with lively contrast, making it the perfect ode to summer's farewell and the coming days of fall.

 

  • Apricot plays well with other colors and shades:
  • Layer it with neutrals and natural textures
  • Add a dynamic to sleek and polished graphic black-and-white
  • Highlight the coral element with milky coastal sea glass or zesty tropical citrus hues
  • Combine with a palette of pastels
  • Filter in an amplified shade as a pop of color to contrasting sleek city grays


Clockwise from top left: Candelabra Home “Sun Kissed” Framed Artwork / www.shopcandelabra.com 

Billy Baldwin Large “Martini” Tables / www.billybaldwinstudio.com

Wesley Hall “Emily” (#665) Chair Shown in C-Brussels Deep Coral / www.wesleyhall.com 

Wildwood “Cousteau” Set of 3 Boxes in Coral / www.traditions.com

Lee Industries “9319” Ottoman Shown in Atrium Lemon / www.leeindustries.com

Fabrics clockwise from top left: Hill & Brown “Verram Strie” (HB107-3) in Apricot / www.clarencehouse.com 

Bailey & Griffin “Puccini” in Spice / www.duralee.com 

Jane Shelton “Badminton Stripe” in Orange / www.janeshelton.com 

Pierre Frey “Balgo” in Coral / www.pierrefrey.com 

Elizabeth Eakins “LYTTON” in Orange / www.elizabetheakins.com 

Fabricut “Destroyer” in Apricot / www.fabricut.com 

Fabricut “Oleander” Trim in Apricot / www.fabricut.com