The Bold Outdoor Furniture Color That's Risky - But Worth It

During the hot summer months, there's nowhere better to lounge than in your own backyard. Outdoor patio spaces take full advantage of the airy outdoors by establishing a fun place to gather in the sun. Summer is the perfect time to bring new life to your backyard by incorporating a modern color scheme. Splashes of color are a patio design trend that's set to dominate outdoor living spaces. And one unexpected color that can be the secret weapon of an outdoor space is pink! A timeless pink shade will match with the light, sunshiny hues that radiate during the hotter season. It will brighten up the space, properly using the sunlight to feel crisp and fresh.

Stylish colors, like a soft pink color scheme, can be incorporated into dining sets, patio chairs, tables, and benches. (This is evident in the new items from IKEA's SUNDSÖ Series, which includes a collection of petite outdoor furniture in a variety of dynamic colors.) Or for a subtle pop of color, accent the outdoor space with pale pink pillows and tablecloths. Don't fear, these colors won't look silly or overbearing when properly styled. Rather than a pronounced hot pink Barbiecore, this color scheme focuses on muted tones. Balance is key, and a lighter shade of pink is the perfect color to coordinate with and complement other elements of outdoor furniture. Even a coral tone of pink can bring breathability by giving off a subconscious ambiance of the beach. Up against neutral hues or the common greenery found outside, pink and coral provide a vibrant contrast that pleases the eye. 

The color pink sets the perfect tone for the backyard by feeling energizing but still gentle. Pastels of pink make for a fun and trendy color palette for patio furniture. Pink is a versatile hue that can be used in big and small ways to bring the feeling of femininity to spaces. It's a great choice for the backyard because it pairs perfectly with green foliage and will help draw eyes to the garden and nearby plants. Cover your patio with a pink umbrella for shade in the hot summer blaze. Or add a trendy pink area rug with a delicate pattern to tie the space together with a pop of color. 

Often, the more subtle the use of pink, the more chic. Too much pink will feel like it is competing for attention, so use it sparingly. Pair pink with neutrals like classic white, gray, and beige. Other soft pastels, like yellow and teal, bring out the connection to nature and feel breezy. Pink feels appropriate and lively among small accents of blue or sunny yellow decor. The best way to do this is to reserve pink for the furniture itself and dedicate the rest of the space to complementary colors to keep the space bright and welcoming.