Choosing the right colors for your home can feel overwhelming with so many options available. But the best place to begin is by identifying the colors you naturally feel drawn to—either consciously or subconsciously.
According to Tash Bradley, Director of Interior Design at Lick and a color psychologist, the most meaningful interiors are ones that reflect your personal style. “I always say, decorate like no one’s watching,” she advises. She emphasizes that the colors you choose should bring joy and resonate emotionally—don’t follow trends just for the sake of it.
Not sure what you love? Look at your wardrobe—it often holds clues to the shades you instinctively prefer. Marianne echoes this, recommending people to identify the dominant hues in their clothing as a helpful starting point for choosing home colors.
Another powerful tool is Pinterest. Tash often uses it with her clients to ease the decision-making process. By saving pins of colors, styles, or spaces they’re drawn to—even without knowing exactly why—clients gain clarity. “The key is to go back and figure out what you liked about those pins,” she says. This visual method removes fear from color decisions and helps people trust their instincts.
Ultimately, the goal is to create a home that feels truly yours—uplifting, comfortable, and emotionally aligned.
