Monday, June 20, 2011

Baby blues in grown up spaces!

Happy Monday to you! Hope everyone had a great weekend and a happy Fathers day was spent with all the dads in your life.  I must confess....I am a blueaholic. (OK yes, I know that is not really a word but a word I coined for all those obsessed with blue like me) I so  love the color in everything from decor to clothing to my car color to just about anything for that matter. Blues rock! I love them from the palest shyest blues to the darkest boldest navy's. There are few blues that I don't embrace or see the beauty in. One palette that I have always loved and been drawn to is a soft baby blue, even with a hint of gray, its such a soothing, serene, calming and elegant color. 
I am planning on my master bedroom being done in creams and pale pale blues. I cannot wait to start pulling it together, right now I am working on the carpeting and will go from there. I am not rushing, as I want it to be right therefore I will do my darnest from making hasty decisions. So in my quest for a beautiful pale blue master bedroom I have naturally acquired quite a lovely little collection of pictures for inspiration as you might imagine! Thought I might share them with you for all you blue lovers out there and for those of you aren't maybe I will make a convert out of you yet!! Here we go....onto a dreamy pale blue cloud!

Love this fabulous soft setting, Phoebe Howard
What a soothing room! Wouldn't think I would want that much blue but it works, HB
Gorgeous shades of blues grace this elegant seating area, Ashley Whittaker
Gorgeous dining room of Shannon Bowers home is fabulous in all its pale blue glory!
This would be akin to sleeping on a cloud! House Beautiful
Baby blue is a gorgeous subtle accent color in this soft toned room, Lennox
The combination of white and pale blue is always such a soothing sight, House and Home
Love this fabulous coastal dining room done in pale blue photo by Simon Upton
How about this fabulous blue gray chinoiserie in a master bedroom...Nunnerly
Always loved this gorgeous blue and cream sitting area, Ashely Whittaker
Love this dreamy little setting using creams and baby blues,HB
Catherine Cleare used a combination of soft blues and bolder blues for this pretty room
Light blue painted cabinetry is always so fresh and pretty!
Jennifer Flanders chose the palest blue as a subtle accent color in this soothing bedroom
Beautiful blue sofas and chairs grace this elegant and neutral living room,Lynn Morgan
James Radin used a pale pattern on the bench and curtains, the effect is stunning!
Suzanne Kasler successfully brought in just a hint of pale blue for a perfect effect
A softly painted blue living room gets accented with a pretty printed pair of blue chairs, photo by Tria Giovan
Tara Seawright chose a pale blue/green as the accent in this pretty bedroom
The light tans work beautifully with pale blue, WF Vision
Another pale blue concoction by Phoebe Howard
Love this fabulous bright, cheery and very calming bedroom,House to Home
A drop of pale blue in an all white room has a magical effect, Carol Murphy
Always loved this dressing area, Kelley Interior Design
Phoebe Howard used the palest blues beautifully here
Sarah Richardson chose a pale blue as the accent color in this kitchen
Love this bedroom! Ashley Whittaker
Ashley Whittaker used a crisp pale blue for the outdoor cushions...love it!
Something about a very neutral room with just a hint of blue has an ethereal quality, Shannon Bowers
Jennifer Lopez's now infamous pale blue kitchen
Cocooned luxury in pale blue, HB
Soft blue walls and accents create a gorgeous room,Decorpad
Love this gorgeous French bedroom done in a soft blue check, Country French
The accent of a blue upholstered piece of furniture is both elegant and serene, Vernada
This feels like a soft billowy cloud, a gorgeous pale blue painted living room, BHG

So there you have it..pale blue overload! I love the color, it has such a soothing and ethereal quality to it, don't you think? Have you used this color or do you already have it in your home  now? What are your thoughts? Do tell! Wishing you a wonderful day.

And just a little recap for your viewing pleasure....




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46 comments:

  1. Linda {Calling it Home}June 20, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    This is all so beautiful! I need a can of paint.

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  2. Party ResourcesJune 20, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    I love the outdoor terrace by AW! xx

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  3. Jane and Lance HattattJune 20, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    Hello Tina:
    Although blue is so often considered to be a 'cold' colour, your images show that with the correct complementary tones it does not have to be.

    Whenever we have decorated with blue we tend to favour a chalky,French grey tint and do so agree with you that blue can combine beautifully in so many ways to give an elegant finish.

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  4. Luciane at HomeBunch.comJune 20, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Tina!!!!

    This is my FAVORITE post here! I L-O-V-E blue! It makes me feel at peace, at ease and calm.

    Gorgeous way to start my week. Thanks!!!!

    xo


    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  5. The White Pear TreeJune 20, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    Yumminess! I'm a great fan of pale blues. My living room is done in soft tan and blue, and our bedroom is a soft blue with a darker tan, so I would be hard pressed to pick a favourite here!

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  6. Helen YoungJune 20, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    Beautiful photographs! The Ashley Whitaker rooms are stunning.

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  7. AnonymousJune 20, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    I am always enchanted by your posts! My colour palette is fired earth with a splash of red. BUT I have just posted my post for today and you may even have the credit for converting me after seeing this. I too am exploring blue and pale coral or cream for my boudoir. There is a picture with column is palest blue and cream that ties in with some of your gorgeous collection above!Oh and I see you used that lovely linen room again the one I wouldn't mind living in...

    Veronica
    www.tasselsandtwigs.blogspot.com

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  8. The Buzz BlogJune 20, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    I'm such a blue person, too, and love all these pale blue pretties! You must invest in HB new Blue Book - it's fabulous. I never would have thought of pale blue in the kitchen and will definitely be printing that image for future inspiration. Have a great day, Tina!
    xxoo

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  9. Ingmarie WeJune 20, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Your blog is so lovely! I really do like the beuatiful photos! And a stunning mosaic.
    The coastal dining room and the french bedroom are my favourites. Have a nice week.

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  10. under spanish mossJune 20, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    Blue is our favorite accent color. The rooms by Phoebe Howard and Shannon Bowers are our favorites. Blue just give a room such softness. Beautiful post!

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  11. Alex {Things That Sparkle}June 20, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Absolutely love this! Pale blue in adult spaces is one of my favorites. So soothing and timeless. Cannot wait to see what you choose for your bedroom, it is sure to be gorgeous!

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  12. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJune 20, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Hi Tina, I also love touches of blue in a room and I already have several of these photos saved in my inspiration file. I could live happily in any of these rooms. Have a great week.
    xo,
    Sherry

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  13. Verdigris VieJune 20, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Gorgeous post today Tina. I think we are on the same page today. Mine was inspired by the heat, and the cool feeling you get from a breezy blue..:-)

    I can't wait to see your master.. I am sure it will be perfection! Best, vie

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  14. Barbara@HausDesignJune 20, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Such beautiful examples - I absolutely loved the cool, yet so comforting, first picture! And the blue kitchen was really beautiful too!

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  15. The Preppy PrincessJune 20, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    What a beautiful color scheme, it is so very soothing and tranquil. The Lennox and Catherine Cleare are absolute faves, very pretty and elegant.

    Have a splendid week!
    tp

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  16. Stacy CUrranJune 20, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    BEAUTIFUL! I love your recaps so much! I'm also loving those floor length plantation shutters!
    Stacy

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  17. KathysueJune 20, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Tina, Oh yes I have used this color in my master bedroom forever. In fact my master has never not had some form of blue in it. Right now it is exactly this color scheme. Pale blue and cream and I can not see me ever changing it. I had to make up my own formula for the blue because there was not a blue that was pale enough without looking like a baby boys room at the time so I worked with my tinter to get the palest loveliest blue. In fact when the painters firs started painting they thought it was too light and when they were done they said they could not believe how pretty it was. It is a color that my blood pressure lowers when I walk into the room. I love it and I know you will love yours too!!! Kathysue

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  18. YONKSJune 20, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    The Chinoiserie in the master suite is my favourite. I love these blues! :-)
    Thanks
    Dianne
    YONKS
    XOXO

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  19. black tag diariesJune 20, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE all of these images tina!! i am recovering blueaholic myself:) our old master BR was that fabulous blue/gray color and i never grew tired of it. check out my post from today... i'm scheduling some guest posts and would LOVE it if you would consider the "Cozy Spaces" spot or maybe the "Work Spaces" day? would love to have enchanted home in the guest post line up:) email me and let me know!

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  20. Town and Country HouseJune 20, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    Oh so gorgeous! I love pale blue, especially for my bedroom. One of my favorite colors I've used was a Benjamin Moore paint called Ocean Air. It was perfect with the light in my last house. These are great photos; I'll be adding many to my Pinterest page!

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  21. Acanthus and AcornJune 20, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Love a good case of summertime blues! I have many of these images saved too, but love the way you put them together!

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  22. Jane Kilpatrick SchottJune 20, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    There is a reason this color seems to resonate with men and women, poor and rich, no matter what ethnicity you are. A truly likable color to all human beings. Some fine example of why that is. Lovely.

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  23. black eyed susans kitchenJune 20, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    There is something so calming and soothing about the blue rooms. We used a pale blue gray for the upstairs office/lounge in our house...we love it!

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  24. annechovieJune 20, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Tina~
    You have amazing taste - love all of your blue examples. xx

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  25. NanaDianaJune 20, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Lovely pictures..I really love that dressing room-with the draperies. Isn't it funny that blue is one of the colors that kind of comes and gos...and people always seem to come back to it because of the serenity it brings to a room? xo Diana

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  26. Teresa Hatfield ~ Splendid SassJune 20, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Tina, Tina, Tina. You have chosen my favorites today. I am ready to go get some baby blue dye and wash everything in my house in it, or maybe accidentally wash my new jeans in with the sheets. Oops.
    My kitchen walls are baby blue and this color goes with everything. Just add white to change the richness.
    Have a great day.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  27. Mona Thompson Providence Ltd.June 20, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    The Country French bedroom with the big check is one of my all time favorites. Love the bed nd the warmth of the plaster walls. Just divine.

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  28. Amy ChalmersJune 20, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Phoebe Howard nails the look in her oh so pretty way. I just adored so many of these baby blue rooms.

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  29. Amy Vermillion @ Martineau Vermillion Interior DesignJune 20, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Tina,
    As I mentioned before I have a bluish/greyish bedroom and I love it. This is one of my fav posts of yours.
    I almost consider certain blues to be neutrals since they tend to look fantastic with almost anything.
    And Phoebe does blue as well as anyone.
    Have a great week!
    Amy

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  30. Portuguese PrepsterJune 20, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    I'm in love1 When I was at the beach this weekend, so many of the home stores had beautiful natutical blue pieces in all shades that were to die for!

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  31. SuzJune 20, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    You did a great job finding images of blue in all these different design styles. I love the screen covered like the wallpaper for use as a headboard. I would like to do that.

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  32. UnknownJune 20, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Oh, your bedroom is going to be an oasis of blue! I never thought of myself as a blue person...but my bedroom ceiling, bookcase and lamps are all a pale blue. There is something so restful and peaceful about that color...and that is what you want in a bedroom, right?!

    xo Elizabeth

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  33. Desiree @CHIC COASTAL LIVINGJune 20, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    I've always thought that baby blues are blue-ti-ful! I have the best curtains a girl can ask for and they are in that light blue color! Very nice post!

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  34. Alexandra Bee BlogJune 20, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    I'm a huge lover of blue as well! I like it most in a bedroom!

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  35. Connie @ Sogni e SorrisiJune 20, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    LOVE. Just painted my kitchen an greyish ice/baby blue.

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  36. ChrisJune 20, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    So tempting to go buy new paint! So soft and serene.

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  37. Mel@Georgica PondJune 20, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Any BLUE post will always rate in my top 5 and this is no exception. So, so, so lovely! About 90% of your gorgeous photos are in my bedroom inspiration folder and I'm now adding the other 10%. Thanks for this uplifting and glorious selection of blues, I am in blue heaven. Can't wait to see what you pick for your bedroom.

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  38. designchicJune 20, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    I'm such a fan of blue, especially for a bedroom. Nothing is more perfect than a Phoebe Howard blue bedroom...gorgeous!!

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  39. CherylJune 20, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    Tina,
    Love cream and a soft blue... so much so, that is the palate of our bedroom. It is so soothing~

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  40. Gail PetersonJune 20, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    I'm with you on a pale blue bedroom! It is so perfect! It is so soothing and classic.
    Have fun can't wait to see what you choose.
    xo,
    Gail
    casualloveselegance

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  41. Greet LefèvreJune 21, 2011 at 3:39 AM

    Hello Tina,
    Love this title of your post!! Fabulous rooms, all of them! So inspirational to me!!
    Thank you for sharing these my friend!
    xx
    Greet

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  42. Karen T.June 21, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    Wonderful post!

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  43. Mary Ann PickettJune 21, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    It took a few tries but I love the blue on the walls of my master bedroom and the cream and light blue embroidered bed linens. I have been like you in taking my time with all the details. Still need drapes and went through your post twice for inspiration. I was thinking of doing a solid cream linen with a trim but so many of the photos have a pattern and it works so well. So, I am open to new possibilities ...thank you for that!

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  44. Jennifer @ Belclaire House June 21, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    I love this post! I can't believe I forgot to comment yesterday! I was busy with the little rascal. I'm probably going to save every one of the images (that I don't already have) for my inspiration files. Obviously I love a pale blue. I think finding the perfect blue is as much of an art form as finding the perfect white. I love to mix blues and creams especially in a bedroom! I looove that blue gray chinoiserie bedroom. Soo fabulous!

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  45. 'LUSH'June 22, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Love blue too! While growing up for some reason, my older sister received everything pink, and I, blue! I wasn't disappointed! So many shades! Some say the color that represents heaven is yellow! I say, it's heavenly blue!

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