Just like the style, these shades speak for themselves.

Conveying quiet luxury requires channeling a certain palette of hues and tones to match that mood.

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What Is Quiet Luxury?

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The characteristics of this aesthetic begins with simple colors that evoke a sense of elegance that is understatednot ostentatious.

The way Gottlieb describes it, quite luxury in fashion involves using simple colors in high-end fabrics.

At Sherwin-Williams, she opts for Natural Linen, Mindful Gray, and Drift of Mist.

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Finishes like Venetian plaster or high-gloss lacquer are expensive to achieve and dont hidebrushstroke mistakes.

Basically, a neutral backdrop offers a blank canvas for the rest of your space.

Deep, richer colors can be best implemented via soft furnishings like throws, pillows, and bed linens.

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Metallic accents like gold, silver, and bronze add a touch of sophistication.

Ultimately, the main rule to remember is to not overstate opulenceas the name implies, keep it quiet.

Less is more, Perdue says.

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Go with simple furniture layouts that feel relaxed and inviting yet sophisticatednot busy or overwhelming.