Trend alert: 10 ways to decorate with coral pinks

From the runway to the home, this season’s hottest colour is romantic, flirty, and full of feminine appeal.

By Andrea Mills and Janice Yeung

June 7, 2013

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Image from left: Thomas Photography for Amy Howard Collection; Chloe Spring 2013 RTW/Imaxtree

Home colour trend: Coral

Hot off the runway

We found the best (and easiest!) ways to decorate with this in-trend shade. From funky designs to simple silhouettes, these pretty accessories and coral-coloured accents will liven your mood and brighten up your home.

Image from left: Thomas Photography for Amy Howard Collection; Chloe Spring 2013 RTW/Imaxtree

Soft coral prints

Bring the beach to your morning routine with this satiny, sea-themed shower curtain. Use it as a statement piece against a simple white backdrop. Made of 100-percent organic cotton, it’s easily machine washable.

Bermuda coastal organic shower curtain, $90, Pottery Barn.

Trend alert: 10 ways to decorate with coral pinks

A rosy rug

Add vibrancy to a room with a blushing coral carpet. Use it as the focal point to set up the colour scheme, and tie in with furniture of more subtle shades to create a harmonious and organic palette. Tip: Hop on the layered rug trend by adding a second carpet over top that has a modern pattern in a complimenting shade, or a solid color like white or gray.

Pink Brooke handwoven cotton flatweave carpet, starting at $750, Y & Co.

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Animal art

Animal prints are in style this year and they’re easy additions to a room for an exotic dose of wildlife. This simple coral horse silhouette is versatile and not too graphic — perfect for a modern and minimalistic styled interior.

Avalisa horse silhouette stretched print, from $72, ModernKaribou.ca.

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A bit of shimmer

This soft and dainty screen-print-style wallpaper shows a forest of golden birch trees that subtly glimmers depending on the lighting. Tip: Create an accent wall with this bright wallpaper, which will bring colour into the room without overpowering the whole space.

Woods wallpaper in coral, $198, Anthropologie.

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Multi-purpose pins

This funky set of wooden clothespins will brighten up your washing line and add some pizzazz to laundry day! You can also use them for organizing documents, fastening bags of food items, or keep them in a clear beaker for a fun kitchen display. Want to quickly add a interesting wall display? Use them to pin up kids art or inspirational images on hanging string or wire.

Clothespins in coral chevron, set of 10, $11, Etsy.com.

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The tie-dye effect

‘Ombré’ is originally a French technique, referring to a style of creating fabrics in a progression of colours by dyeing or weaving. Pair this pretty pillow with neutral toned upholstery to allow the layering shades to stand out.

Threshold ombré pillow, $23, Target.

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Heighten your senses

Satisfy your olfactory senses with a sweet-smelling orange blossom candle. This handmade votive is made with all-natural ingredients, including vegetable soy wax, lead-free wicks, and perfume blends with essential oils. Place onto your outdoor dining table for romantic ambiance.

Nerola orange blossom soy candle, $16, PacificaPerfume.com.

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Classic stripes

This boldly striped bedding uses a pastel palette to maintain its elegance and simplicity. Shaded in different rosy tints, it’s reminiscent of the gradual glow of the rising or setting sun. Try incorporating stripes with other display accessories, such as a similarly coloured painting, to create a cohesive look.

Sunrise stripe duvet cover and shams, from $22, West Elm.

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Pretty bathroom storage

This space-saving foldable storage case is ideal for stashing your accessories, hairpins or makeup containers in the bathroom. A mirror in the lid and the grab-and-go handle makes it a compact beauty station that's also portable.

Pysslingar storage case in pink, $9, Ikea.

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Brilliant bouquet

This beautiful arrangement of coral-coloured florals will brighten up any room. Display in an elegant white stout vase or brass julep cup. Tip: Cut stalks of flowers in different lengths, placing taller ones in the middle and crisscross shorter ones on the borders to create a lush bouquet.

Here are three more pretty floral arrangement ideas.

"Blythe" roses and tulips bouquet, Shieldsflowersnyc.com

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