Red: beneficial combinations in the interior

Red is the strongest color in the solar spectrum, which is why so many sacred meanings are assigned to it. Since ancient times, in European culture, red has been associated with blood, struggle, battle. The described color is a symbol of the masculine principle – yang. Do not forget that in many peoples the presence of red in a dress symbolized belonging to the upper strata of society: only kings had the right to wear it. In the modern world, psychologists have deduced a pattern that different shades have completely different effects on the human psyche. For example, bright scarlet is identified with passion, desire, emancipation. Maroon – with determination, vitality and restraint. Carrot red – with cheerfulness and positiveness. If you deduce the general concept of red, then it is a symbol of strength and energy. In the interior, red is used in crowded places: living room or dining room. In clothes, red is intended to emphasize the passion of nature; it is used either as a background tone or as a bright accent. In any case, red looks good. Let’s figure out which colors are most harmoniously combined with it..

Dark red color in the interior of the kitchen

Red furniture in the interior

Living room design in red

Scarlet and achromatic colors

There is a gradation into chromatic and achromatic. Chromatic are all the colors of the rainbow and their shades. For example, red is a chromatic color. Achromatic – not included in the range of bright colors. If you go into the etymology of the word, then “achromatic” is translated from Greek as colorless. Interestingly, the most classic color combination is a combination of red, white and black..

Red and white are two noble tones. Their collaboration is the brightest, but at the same time sublime and filigree duet of flowers. Despite the simplicity of this combination, it has its own nuances. So, for example, bright scarlet must be combined only with snow-white white. If you combine scarlet and cream, then the latter will look dirty and not neat..

Bright room with striped red wallpaper

Kitchen design in red

It is important to understand that the combination of these colors in clothes is suitable only for women with color types “winter” and “spring”, whose appearance itself looks bright and unusual.

In the interior, the described combination will visually enlarge the room, make it light, playful and cheerful.

Red and black is a connection that is impossible to take your eyes off. Glamor, luxury, lust, sex, desire are intertwined in it. This combination is perfect for evening and cocktail outfits. A woman in such vestments will look bright and sexy, but at the same time not criminal and mysterious. For the design of premises, such a collaboration is rarely chosen. The duet of the presented colors overloads the space, while compressing it. Red and shades of gray are a calm mix of colors. Gray balances aggressive red. Anyone can safely choose this combination when choosing an outfit. A design with similar colors will look expensive and advantageous, but at the same time not pretentious and easy.

Bright red in the interior of the kitchen

Red color in the interior of the living room

White kitchen with red in the interior

Red and chromatic colors

As described earlier, chromatic colors are bright and juicy shades: yellow, green, blue and others. A harmonious and pleasant combination of bright colors can be achieved by using shades related to each other. Since red is the dominant color in the color wheel, two color groups are formed with its participation:

red and yellow;
red-blue.

Related hues are hues of colors within thirty degrees of the color wheel. That is, these are shades of the same color, differing in warmth, brightness, saturation and white balance..

Contrast-related combinations are located within 90 degrees on the color wheel. These are colors that do not conflict with each other, but form harmonious associations..

Beautiful kitchen design in red

Red color in the interior of a white kitchen

Contrasting combinations are mixes that differ sharply from each other in all respects..

There is a concept of nuanced unions – these are light, not overloading the eye connections, between which there is a slight difference. This combination is often used to create a gradient effect where a brighter tone turns into a less aggressive color. For example, burgundy and maroon, scarlet and carrot red. But, it is important to understand that in the case of red, any combination of colors will be bright, defiant and catchy..

The farther from red along the color wheel is the tone with which the color is combined, the more catchy the set of shades will look. But this does not mean that they will not be harmoniously perceived..

Kitchen design in light red

The combination of red, white, black in the interior of the bedroom

Red combined with blue in the interior of the kitchen

Red and sand shades

Sand and shades close to it are related and contrast-related shades of red. Combinations like these will look good. They can be used in both clothing and interior design. In both cases, the combination will look appropriate..

Combination of red and greenish shades

Twenty years ago, the combination of red and green was considered the height of bad taste, bad manners. But modern designers, relying on examples of the natural world around us (red flowers on a green stem), boldly introduce this collaboration everywhere. Since the 2000s, a mix of colors has become a part of fashionable use: young people increasingly choose suits with these colors. Interior designers have kept pace with fashion. This is how red and turquoise are successfully combined in fusion style..

It is important to understand that for the correct combination of red and shades of green, you need to carefully select the toning of the gamut. It is they who affect the harmony of the final ensemble..

Kitchen design in red

Red color in the interior of the kitchen

Red and pink colors

Ensembles based on the two presented colors do not just have a place, they have a certain potential. Due to the different white balance, red and pink rarely clash. But it is worth choosing shades with the same warmth index. For example, blue pink is suitable for cold red, and playful raspberry for carrot. In the interior, such accents should be used with caution, carefully selecting them for the style of the room. In clothes, these colors are suitable for young girls with a light skin tone..

Bedroom design with red color

Red combined with yellow

Red ceiling in the interior of the blue room

Combinations of red with primary colors

As described earlier, red belongs to the group of primary colors. In addition to red, it includes yellow and blue. The combination of ruby with these two colors is called the combination of the main colors..

Red and yellow are a cheerful and vibrant color combination. Both colors are warm, which makes the combination juicy. Its use is appropriate in the clothes of young people and girls. Also looks great on children’s clothes. Also, this combination is appropriate to use in kitchen decoration. Red and blue complement each other. They give dynamism and freshness to blue, and blue soothes aggressive bloody ones. You can safely use it both when creating your own image, and when decorating rooms in an apartment.

Red sofa in the interior of the living room

Red color in the interior of the kitchen

Who will face red and combinations with it?

The red color is firmly settled in the wardrobes of modern fashionistas and fashionistas. Now red is actively used to create all the attributes of the appearance: dresses, trousers, outerwear, skirts, accessories, shirts and so on. What attracts people to this color so much? First, red inspires confidence, subdues attention and increases the interlocutor’s concentration on you. Second, red shows the world around you that you are a strong and courageous person who is worthy of the time spent on her. Third, red is a fairly versatile and practical color. For example, during the day, red pants with a tailored shirt are a good office option, and in the evening a black top and red pants are an option for a party..

You need to understand that red things focus people’s attention not only on you, but also on your figure. Therefore, it is necessary to select things in this shade with proper competence, relying on the advantages and disadvantages of your silhouette. Slender and thin young girls can use all shades of red in all variations of clothing. Curvy girls should use darker shades (burgundy, brick, wine), focusing on the upper body.

Dark red combined with blue

Red combined with chocolate

Red furniture in the interior of the living room

If you are afraid to make a mistake with the selection of red tones in clothes, then you should use the rules honed over the years. For example, does the selection of a shade depend on the color type of appearance? Of course yes. Ruby is suitable for absolutely every color type, however, for each type of appearance there is its own palette of shades.

“Winter” is a kind of snow queen. Cold white skin tone, dark hair, sensual facial features. Such a peculiar vamp woman. She exudes charm, nobility and sexuality. The fatal image is perfectly complemented by bright colors, for example, scarlet. Wine and dark red shades will also be favorably combined with the skin. When choosing a color combination, it is worth turning to related and specific-related combinations, so as not to turn the image of an influential woman into the image of a village simpleton.
“Spring” is a girl whose appearance is light, simple. Her image, like the season itself, is constantly playful and cheerful. The skin is velvety gold, the hair is light and the eyes are warm. For this type, frivolous, if you can call them that, shades of red are perfect: pinkish, carrot and orange. They will make it even more airy and unearthly..
“Summer” – soft, but at the same time languid and austere appearance. Bluish skin, light brown or dark hair, aristocratic facial features. The girl does not look like a vamp woman, and she does not strive. She has her own special cold beauty, which she can perfectly emphasize with a dark tan. There is a certain riddle in it, which no one can understand. The image of such a lady will be decorated with cold shades, they will perfectly emphasize the color of hair, lips and eyes..
“Autumn” is a playful, mischievous appearance. Red hair, freckles. The girl is the sun. A charmingly alluring feature of this look is its delectable golden cheerful look. Bright, juicy, saturated shades will be able to decorate “autumn”: coral, brick, carrot.

Red combined with white in the interior

Red sofa in the interior of the living room

Red color in the interior

For quite a long time, the fashion for red has been in the field of interior design. Most often it is used when planning public places. Often, red is used in the design of cafes, bars, restaurants and canteens. Since it is believed that it is red that awakens appetite and energy. It is also used with enviable frequency for the design of entertainment establishments..

Red is a fairly rich and powerful color. It is categorically contraindicated to use it in small rooms. He will make them visually even smaller. You cannot use red as a background image, otherwise the room will be perceived as cheap and not stylish. It is best to use red as an effective accent. For an ideal combination, you should choose related or contrast-related colors to red when creating a combination for the overall design of the space..

Do not be afraid to apply the described piece of the palette. The main thing is to choose a harmonious combination that will emphasize your temperament, your personality and your special character..