Warm terracotta: 6 ideas for adding this sunbaked shade outdoors
Terracotta is the hue of the moment. Evoking all the heat and charm of the Mediterranean, with shades ranging from soft apricot to burnt umber, warm terracotta is the ultimate anchoring palette for sun-drenched looks both indoors and out. Pair it with natural textures and bold accessories for an easy-to-live-with blissed-out summer style.
Looking for ideas on how to incorporate it outside? Take a look at our expert ideas below...
Fiery accents
Channel the rustic simplicity of a Balearic retreat with whitewashed walls and pared-back details, focusing on calm functionality over clutter.
Here, minimalist furnishings help to create the feeling of a quiet, meditative space. Introduce patterned cushions and terracotta pots to add flashes of glorious sun-baked warmth and colour to an otherwise soothing, muted palette.
The big chill
Create a haven that invites dreamy escape and laidback lounging. Pile up luxuriously soft layers to sink into for optimal comfort and easy-going style. Dress it up (or down) with a rustic chic assortment of throws, floor cushions and scatters. Tranquil and pretty, the pastel pairing of corals and gelato-cool pistachio brings a sense of calm and cohesion to this space.
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Sunset shades
Conjure up the conviviality of balmy summer evenings and alfresco drinks or picnics at the golden hour with a blend of hues that take their cues from nature. Incorporate a considered mix of tableware and linens in a gorgeous clashy combo of oranges and pinks alongside soft greens.
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Boldly does it
Make a statement by painting a feature wall in a vibrant earthy shade. Don't hold back — having an experimental approach to colour is the best way to create a look with an exciting dash of individualistic flair. Punctuate the intensity of the wall with black accents and then complement it with softening layers of natural linens, organic pottery and woven accessories for a relaxed boho effect.
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Take a tonal approach
A foundation of earthy neutrals sets the scene with blush pinks and pale stone hues for a look that's soothing and restful. Take it a step further with some subtle pattern – just be sure to stick to a cohesive palette and style. Think artisan-inspired pieces teamed with an assortment of geometric designs and floral prints.
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Mood-enhancing hues
Invite the sultry summer warmth indoors with an uplifting scheme that balances the sun-kissed shades of sienna and rust with the freshness of white – a stylish counterpoint to terracotta in all its earthy variations. Add a touch of ocean blue for the full Mediterranean effect. Once cocooned in cool, crisp linens under a breezy canopy of floaty fabric, you'd be forgiven for imagining you'd awoken on some far-flung island.
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