What Colors Go With Blue? Try These 54 Expert-Approved Pairings

Anthony Masterson

Blue is a perennial favorite for interior color schemes.

Blue also lends itself well to just about any design style.

Go traditional with nautical blue and white or use adark navy shadeas a neutral.

blue wall bedroom with gold bed

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Layer light blues with crisp white, sandy beige, and natural textures for a coastal-inspired aesthetic.

Whether youre updating a room or starting fresh, heres what colors go with blue to inspire your palette.

The color of the wall paneling evokes sophistication and tranquility, which is underscored by a linear grid pattern.

Bathroom vanity with a mirror and two sconces

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It also makes a lovely backdrop for a brass wall mirror, wood vanity, and charming wall sconces.

Traditional Blue + Soft Red

Evoke a traditional feel with blue and soft red.

Navy + Dark Wood

A warm-toned wood butcher-block tops a strikingnavy blue islandin this modern industrial kitchen.

modern farmhouse bedroom blue and white comforter

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A deep, smoky blue wall color grounds the space and creates asoothing atmosphere.

Together, they tone down the intensity of the saturated wall color and liven up the space.

Cool Blue + Peach

Sara Bradley

Unexpected design moments make a space memorable.

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Case in point: this peach painted ceiling.

Dark Teal + Purple

Embracerich jewel tonesand pair dark teal with purple for a statement-making color combination.

Eclectic artwork and throw pillows infuse bright coral into the space.

Kitchen with dark blue and wood island with bar seating

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Along with the green foliage, the blues liven up the white walls and gray upholstery.

Denim Blue + White

Jeff Herr

A classic subway tilebacksplashgets a modern refresh in this white kitchen.

Its eye-catching blue color emerges from the monochrome cabinetry, and the vertically stacked arrangement adds a contemporary edge.

Blue bedroom with bookshelves

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Soft Blue + Yellow

Nathan Schroder

Create a bright and cheery space with powder blue and yellow.

The two colors are a timeless match, bringing optimistic energy into small bathrooms andpowder rooms.

Then, incorporate the other color in a pattern like thiswhimsical marigold-print wallpaper.

Dining room abstract artwork

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Royal Blue + Gray

Create a sophisticated space by pairing royal blue with a midtone gray.

Bring in white and brass accents to brighten up the color combination while maintaining a classic aesthetic.

Ground the space and bring visual balance with natural materials such ashardwood floorsand rattan seating.

Dining room with bubble chandelier

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When adding an accent color like yellow, use it in a variety of ways.

Here, you see yellow in the artwork, throw pillows, and seasonal flowers on the coffee table.

Deep Teal + Warm Brown

Teal blue lends itself well to the color palette of thisboho-styleliving room.

living room with blue rug and orange bench

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For medium to dark-tone wood finishes, choose a strong shade of blue that won’t pale in comparison.

Open shelving and large windows keep the dark blue cabinetry from overpowering the design.

Meanwhile, patches of dark navy blue bring depth and contrast.

white living room with wicker and blue accents

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When using a classic color pairing, implement the colors in unexpected ways to keep the space interesting.

Here, a statement bluewallpaperfills the room with color, while beige furniture maintains an elegant and timeless aesthetic.

The saturated teal and yellow tones add instant personality and channel the jewel tone-inspired aesthetic.

bedroom with blue and white wallpaper

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Here, the warmth of the orange injects energy into the otherwise muted color palette.

Together, the adjacent shades lead to a thoughtfully layered and curated design.

Sandy Beige + Watery Blue

Soft shades of blue naturally evoke calm feelings associated with the sea.

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Partner light blues with a sandy-colored neutral or light-washed wood for a feeling reminiscent of the seashore.

Rich-toned materials such as brass and dark wood built-in bookcases emphasize the luxurious nature of the color scheme.

Use a variety of fabric textures and vary the scale of patterns to keep the design from looking stagnant.

Coastal living room with layered rugs

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Choose vibrant shades of these analogous colors on walls and furniture for a bold look.

In this dramatic sitting room, vivid ceruleanblue wall coloris balanced by an equally bold apple green.

Inspired by the artwork, textiles in a deep apricot geometric print accent the velvet club chairs.

white living room with blue rug

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Take inspiration from this space and jazz up traditionalwhite cabinetrywith a statement blue backsplash.

But instead of a regular subway tile arrangement, horizontally stack the tiles for a more contemporary look.

Denim Blue + Red

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This laid-back living room exudes comfort and effortless style.

The freshbathroom color combinationturns the small space into a focal point.

Pair rich purple with striking turquoise for a jewel-like effect in a bedroom or living room.

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Navy + Cherry Red

Blue and red form anall-American pairingthat suits nearly any space.

For example, the palette of this cozy sitting room is inspired by the striped fabric on decorative pillows.

The colorful combination is all at once lively, inviting, and distinctly beachy.

blue living room walls and rug with gray couch

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Go for a bold look with a complementary color like yellow or orange.

Or, for a more harmonious feel, stick with neighboring hues like green, gray, or purple.

Mediterranean inspired coastal bathroom

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modern bedroom navy blue accents ottomans pink blush pillow

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kitchen with soft creamy cabinets, pale gray countertops, ocean-blue tile backsplash and waterfall island

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bedroom with blue walls

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living room with black built in shelves wall

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Powder room with yellow and orange wallpaper

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tan kitchen with blue lights

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blue nautical kitchen

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maximalist eclectic bold blue bedroom four-poster bed

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Blue and yellow dining room

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Modern sunroom with gallery wall

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blue living room

modern muted blue white taupe bedroom velvet pillows sconces

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cottage style family room with brick fireplace and painted blue mantel, vaulted ceiling, upholstered chairs and sofa, rattan armchairs, and floral drapery

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Kitchen with wooden floors and dark blue cabinets

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white bedroom with blue accents and orange striped space rug

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blue living room wallpaper

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blue bedroom wall with yellow accents

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Bathroom design

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living room with green couch and black walls

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soft hued bedroom with post bed

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dark purple wall with purple rug and gray chairs

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living room with plush pink couches

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blue mantel and living room

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Kitchen with blue tile backsplash

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kitchen with sage green cabinets, navy handmade mosaic tiled backsplash, copper pendant lights, hairpin leg stools, brown marble island counterop and white quartz countertops on perimeter

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family room with corner sectional upholstered in washed blue fabric; patterned roman shades; round legged coffee table; and surfboards mounted on the wall