MAY 2018 - PEACH

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May is all about pastels for the longer spring days ahead. To celebrate the warmer weather, we wanted to go for a color that makes you feel downright peachy. Naturally, we decided to go with peach itself!

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The color peach is named for the soft color of the exterior flesh of the peach fruit. There are a range of colors with the peach family; a more blush color (light tinted orange), a true peach (pinkish yellow), or a brighter more vibrant peach (pinkish orange). Peach is seen as a very soft, approachable color and is great for making people feel right at home when they enter a room. it's the kind of color that reaches out to people and engages them, unlike darker colors that can feel quite dramatic and overwhelming.

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In decor, peach is commonly seen in art deco style designs from the 1920s and 1930s. Using peach on the exterior of your home instantly gives it a relaxed, beachy vibe. Peach pairs well with cool colors and soft neutrals. Of course, the most classic pairing is peaches and cream.