Do you have a favourite colour? The one that never fails to lift your spirit — maybe it reminds you of a place, a person, or a time in your life when everything felt just right. The one you reach for instinctively, even if the world around you has declared it “out of style.”
Here’s the thing: your favourite colour doesn’t need anyone else’s approval. Trends come and go faster than Melbourne’s weather, but a colour that speaks to you is timeless.
At My Beautiful Abode, we recently started working with a client whose favourite colour is orange. Not a cautious rust or a whisper of terracotta — but orange in all its unapologetic cheer. I’ll be honest: it’s a colour I don’t get to use often, but that’s what makes this project so rewarding.
The challenge — and the joy — is finding ways to let that colour shine without overwhelming the space. We’re introducing it in subtle layers: an upholstered chair here, a scattering of cushions there, perhaps in a lamp or a thread through the artwork. These little punches of colour warm the palette and bring personality to the home.
Orange, in this case, isn’t just a hue; it’s an energy. It radiates optimism, creativity, and confidence — qualities that reflect our client beautifully. And that’s the magic of using colour with meaning: it becomes part of the story your home tells about you.
So often, clients worry that their favourite colours won’t “work” because they’re not part of the current trend cycle. But a well-considered design can make any colour feel fresh. It’s all about balance — pairing bold tones with natural textures, grounding them with neutrals, and allowing space for the eye to rest.
Because at the end of the day, your home isn’t a showroom — it’s your sanctuary. It should feel like you every time you walk through the door.
When we design with your favourite colours, we’re not just decorating; we’re creating spaces that lift your mood, tell your story, and make you smile for years to come.
So if your favourite colour isn’t trending, take heart. The best homes don’t follow the crowd — they follow joy.
