So we’ve seen vintage-inspired furniture trends like Newstalgia blowing up Pinterest, Instagram, and TikTok. Yet, I have to say, this all feels a little transient. I like the nostalgic look. Not only is it edgy and retro in all the right ways, but it can bring a warm, sentimental aura to your home (which is something we all need as we enter yet another year of this pandemic). But before you redo everything to fit an “of-the-moment aesthetic”, I’d like to suggest easing into things with one statement piece. Particularly, a piece of furniture that’s trending yet has timeless lines, so you can update its surroundings – new paint, new accessories – and a decade later, it still feels fresh. Intrigued? Welcome to the wonderful world of jewel tones.

Jewel-toned pieces – think ruby, emerald, sapphire, amethyst, and a smattering of gold tones – are the interior equivalent of Harry Winston, and they’re growing increasingly popular these days, according to Wayfair’s 2022 Design Trends Report. “The energy of these colors – in all of their saturated glory – is recalibrating the palettes for interiors, replacing the ‘greige,’ milky, and muted tones of the past few years,” Jane Landino, creative head of London-based Taylor Howes Designs tells Sotheby’s.

How to style the look

If you’re hesitant, I get it – the sheer *drama* of these hues can feel overwhelming (especially if you’re a classic minimalist). But the trick to nailing this look is all in how you style it. Velvets and satins translate beautifully in jewel tones because of the sheen and richness of the fabric – and woven patterns also help to create a timeless feel.

Picture this: a jewel-toned sofa against an elegant, marble fireplace and white finishes to create a bold yet elevated look. Deep navy hues are a new neutral, so upholstering a large sofa in a jewel tone like navy is a safe way to create a base to pop other accents off of and to ground the room.

Here’s the takeaway: You can create a classic look by using a single piece of jewel-toned furniture and surrounding it with minimalist finishes, fixtures, and decor. Or, you can always more daringly pepper your home with bold statement-makers for an audaciously glamourous appearance.

If you’d like to incorporate jewel tones for some of your furnishings, I’d love to help show you what could transform your spaces. Just call me anytime at (407) 743-2399 or message me in the window below this blog, and we can explore some lovely jewel tones and how some key touches could pull things together for a whole new look, if you like. You can also email me at: carmen@sohointeriordesign.com and you can also click this link to message me via my website.