Gold & Teal: Is This the Best Colour Combination You've Seen?
Rich, statement-making hues gold and teal can each hold their own in a space. But when combined, they create a stir
Teal, which is a mixture of blue and green, is a deep colour with a distinctive appearance that usually goes well with lighter tones. It’s very close to turquoise, and at its most muted, resembles green slate. Gold is an out-and-out dazzler that adds glamour and glitter to any space. It pairs well with most colours, as long as the proportions of hues are balanced so the result isn’t too garish. What happens when the two meet? Let’s find out …
A charming, colour-happy corridor … look at the layering effect of teal walls against the gold ones. The two contrasting hues help create a dynamic look and give a dramatic touch to this home. Do you agree?
Two words come to mind: luxurious and royal. The living room has so many wow gold-embellished elements to it – the intricate vintage-style arch,the antique chandelier, the mirror and its backdrop – the bright hue takes over the room, lifting the whole scheme. However, the teal cabinet adds a quirky touch and a nice surprise to the single-toned room.
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In this living room, both teal and gold triumph as the stand-out colours, with white as the base hue. The glossy teal walls conjure up a stylish, voguish atmosphere, making the room a cover-worthy space. The gold sofa, lamp, chandelier and centre table trimmings act as glittering accompaniments to the scheme, jazzing up the look.
In this teal-heavy sink area, the gold-framed mirror gives a delicate, decorative touch. Also, by using a conjunction of white (lamp, vase, flower) with teal, the effect is fresh and striking.
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The all-white modern bedroom allows two vivid colours to make a statement. The gold polka-dotted ceiling, the gold chandelier and the geometric patterned rug offer ample allure. The teal headboard contributes beautifully to the scheme but without competing for attention. All these pleasing-to-the-eyes colours help conjure up a cosy, comfortable environment.
Even just a hint of teal and gold pairing can add a little pace and energy to a room, as seen in this image. In this pared-down scheme, the side cabinet makes an impact, and the tiniest gold detail (the wall light) adds sparkle to the dining room.
This bar cart shows the richness and lushness that teal can bring to velvet. Also, the gold frame and edging on the drop leaf and the gold accessories give a luxe effect to the blue-green hue. These elegant colours pair well with the contemporary candy-striped painting above. A spirited, happy corner.
This is a perfect example of how to give your work desk a non-office feel, just by using smart, bright colours. The gold cabinet sandwiched between the wooden cupboards looks elegant, especially when contrasted with the teal chair tucked under the gold drawers. The marble platform and wall make a lovely background for the colours to shine.
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Is This the Best Colour Combination You Have Ever Seen?
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Is This the Best Colour Combination You Have Ever Seen?
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What did you think of this colour pairing? Is there another combination you think is a winner? Tell us about it in Comments below.
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