by CAROLINE BIGGS

8 Unexpected Color Combinations Interior Designers Are Loving

Image Credit: Zeke Ruelas

When used correctly, a surprising color combo can turn any drab room into a dynamic one. 

We asked 8 designers what unexpected color pairings can work wonders in a humdrum room, and here’s what they recommended…

1. Sage green and steel blue

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2. Chartreuse and black-and-white

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3. Purple and orange

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4. Magenta and yellow

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5. Purple and green

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6. Pink and teal

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7. Turquoise and yellow/gold

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8. Blue and orange

Image Credit:  Zeke Ruelas