Citrus burst
From habitat plus - decorating and colour trends 2023
Citrus cheer
Sharper, brighter colours are often the ones we turn to following periods of upheaval and discomfort – so it’s no surprise that bright and bold citrus shades are back in favour. Is there anything more rejuvenating and optimistic than an unexpected bright splash of citrus? Fresh, vibrant colours like Resene Happy, Resene Wild Side and Resene Tropical represent a collective desire for sunnier, brighter times.
Anchor sharp citrus notes with deeper leafy greens for added depth and impact. Add flair and embrace the trend for vintage homestead style with features like bold stripes in Resene Clover and Resene Rice Cake and a contrasting wood dado rail in Resene Chenin to match the large vase.
Lower wall in Resene Clover, cabinet and ball in Resene Smoke Tree, candleholder in Resene Dingley, circle vase in Resene Midwinter Mist, pink vase in Resene Paper Doll, bowl in Resene Lemon Ginger and green vase in Resene Green Leaf.
The yellow and orange citrus notes of Resene Wallpaper Collection 807509 give this room a vibrant tropical vibe.
Anchor sharp citrus notes with deeper leafy greens for added depth and impact. Add flair and embrace the trend for vintage homestead style with features like bold stripes in Resene Clover and Resene Rice Cake and a contrasting wood dado rail in Resene Chenin to match the large vase.
Lower wall in Resene Clover, cabinet and ball in Resene Smoke Tree, candleholder in Resene Dingley, circle vase in Resene Midwinter Mist, pink vase in Resene Paper Doll, bowl in Resene Lemon Ginger and green vase in Resene Green Leaf. Tropical photo: (right) The yellow and orange citrus notes of Resene Wallpaper Collection 807509 give this room a vibrant tropical vibe.
These fizzy shades feel like a breath of fresh air, and add a shock of pop art-style energy and sharpness to your room. Temper the vivid oranges, yellows and lime greens with deeper botanical greens such as Resene Clover and Resene Green Leaf.
The naturally uplifting and joyful nature of citrus shades make them an excellent choice for entertaining areas, particularly outside where they beautifully complement natural greenery and wood decking – and they can make for fun, energetic children’s bedrooms. They also look crisp, sharp and clean against whites, making them a popular choice for kitchens, bathrooms and laundries.
Softer and soothing
To warm up a citrus colour palette look to more muted, soothing colours such as Resene Lemon Twist and Resene Illuminate then add splashes of more sunburnt shades such as copper and burnt orange such as Resene Smoke Tree and Resene Ayers Rock, against a backdrop of textured neutrals such as Resene Colorwood Rock Salt and Resene Meringue.
Mixing a variety of citrus shades of different intensities stops any one colour from becoming too overpowering.
Front wall in Resene Canary, middle wall and floor in Resene Rice Paper and rear wall in Resene Half Reservoir. The shell vase adds an extra colour burst in Resene Groovy. Small vase on floor in Resene Timber Green. Chair from Good Form, pink vase from Città.
Textured and brushed finishes add interest for the eye and emphasise the clean brightness of citrus shades.
Main wall in Resene Lemon Twist. Rear wall in Resene Thorndon Cream with Resene FX Paint Effects Medium mixed with Resene Half Nomad for a brushmark effect. Floor in Resene Colorwood Rock Salt and coffee table in Resene Thorndon Cream. Artwork and rug from Father Rabbit, chair and sofa bed from Danske Møbler, linen cushion, tray, vase, teapot and beakers from Città, patterned cushion from Penney + Bennett.
top tip Soften the sharpness of a bright yellow by teaming it with a creamy white such as Resene Bianca rather than stark whites.
