This hue can make any room feel happier.
Yellow is one of those controversial colors in interior design, similar to purple. People either love it or hate it, and if you don't know how to use it within your home, it can be hard to visualize how to make it look good. However, also like purple, there are so many different shades of this happy hue that it can really look beautiful in any home, no matter the style. From cottagecore to traditional, finding the perfect colors that go with yellow while also matching your aesthetic is simpler than you think, especially with designer inspiration to look at.
This happy color can look beautiful in any room. Pale butter yellow can make your bedroom feel extra cozy and cottage-like when paired with a creamy white, while cornflower blue and marigold create an energetic and inviting atmosphere for a living room or den. Even unexpected shades, like brown or black, can team together with this sunny shade to create a confident and glamorous vibe.
Keep reading to find more colors that go with yellow that'll surely inspire your next home refresh.
In this primary bath by Morgan Madison Design, the designer warmed up the space through her use of rich yellows and deep browns. The ornate vanity adds some weight to the room while the white walls balance everything out.
Designer Serena Dugan enveloped this guest bedroom in warmth, balancing out the bold teal and rich red on the bed with an earthy marigold wallcovering.
Heather French of French & French Interiors carved out this dining nook in her own home, using a range of vintage inspried tones to give it more character. Green dining chairs paired with mustard yellow cushions on an espresso-colored banquette fabric make any meal feel special.
In this boy's bedroom, Ginger Curtis of Urbanology Designs infused her client's son's personality and interests into the design. The inspiration included nods to climbing, basketball, gaming—and she made it all look beautiful and calming with textured black walls, a warm yellow bedspread, and a leather pillow in a camel tone.
In this coastal bedroom, designer Janie Molster kept the color palette light and beachy, without leaning too nautical. Yellow accents emulate the sunshine, while light blue details bring you back down to earth.
To keep this daughter's room feminine but not juvenile, designer Kelly Hurliman chose a more sophisticated color palette of mauve, aubergine, and a rich dijon yellow for a space that will effortlessly grow alongside the young client.
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For a boutique inn look, designer Alison Giese wrapped this guest bedroom in warm neutral tones and a variety of textures. The yellow trim is so charming alongside the floral wallpaper, and the creamy bedding ups the cozy level.
In baker Kim-Joy's home, there's no hiding what you're about to see when you enter her home. In the entry, you're immediately greeted by a dandelion yellow and aquamarine staircase alongside bubblegum pink walls. It's bold, it's out there, and it's a great visual representation of her playful personality.
Designer Amber Guyton chose a deep, sunny yellow tone for the walls of this eclectic bedroom. It's extremely joyful, and the mossy green headboard brings an early autumnal vibe that feels so cozy.
The color palette in this living room by Sarah Stacey is the ultimate statement-maker. The blue rug, designed by a tattoo artist, pairs beautifully with golden matching curved sofas to give the neutral room a bold, modern feel.
In the speakeasy of the same home, Stacey kept the yellow thread going with a tailored couch. In order to strike a moodier tone, she swathed the walls in a rich charcoal, the perfect choice for a sneaky cocktail lounge.
Designer Cecilia Casagrande describes this kitchen like an ice cream sundae. The banana yellow cabinetry paired with the vanilla white tiles that go all the way up to the walls, while the chocolate ribbon framing the windows still feels elevated, thanks to her use of traditional touches and whimsical details.
Color drenching this mudroom in a creamy butter yellow gives this space such a sunny vibe as soon as you enter. The team at Kobel & Co. chose a funky black-and-white checkerboard flooring to break up the hue.
Designer Galeana Young had the honor of designing her mother's home, and the pair chose a highlighter yellow color for the kitchen cabinetry to make sure it feels fun. The pop of purple seen through the doorway helps to balance out the brightness.
At Hotel Peter & Paul in New Orleans, an old church got a grand, layered look with help from lavish jewel-toned draperies. There's a beautiful balance between ultra luxe and casual, with a gingham-printed couch in purple tones, citrine curtains, and luxe mahogany floors.
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It can be easy for a deep aubergine and green color palette to feel a bit too reminiscent of a certain purple dinosaur, but Lindley Arthur kept this bar feeling glamorous with help from brass accents. Like jewelry, the brass barstools, pendant light, and shelving make this space look luxurious.
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