This color combination of pink and orange conjures up associations with the exoticism of the East. For some this may mean Morocco, for others India. Either way, it’s an unusual palette in the American home, but sensational, nevertheless. Admittedly, it’s not for everyone. Pink has gotten a bum rap, being tied to all things “little girl” since WW2 in the States. Previously and in some cultures still, it is considered gender neutral or even masculine due to its derivation from red, an aggressive, active, powerful color. Orange has virtually no negative cultural connotations. It’s considered joyful and happy. Together they create a vibrant, warm space. This combination needs to be used carefully. Muted tones are easier to live with in large doses. They can be combined creating lovely outcomes used as accent colors against a neutral background or against complementary, cool hues like blue or green. For the more adventurous, one can create an environment which envelops the inhabitant in a cocoon of warmth by boldly using the duo as the main players in a room.
Albert & Liz Watson’s Dar Faracha
Shell pink accent wall and orange cabinet
orange and pink living room
muted coral with a toned blue pink
Soft tangerine and pale pink
Pale pink, blue and orange accents with rustic grey wood paneling
Sophisticated orange and pink living room
Have always loved the combinations of hot pink and orange, magenta and orange, red and orange . . . . Thanks for giving these vibrant but under-utilized combinations their due! I think scary for many–
I love them too Debra. It’s certainly not common to use and not for the faint of heart but hopefully I’ve shown some ways to mute them down (if that’s the only way to reach ones’ comfort zone) and mix with neutrals to entice the more timid. Thanks for weighing in.