6 Happiest Colours for Summer Decor

The summer is the season for happy, cheery colours that match the weather on its good days and detract from it on its bad. After all, in the UK, there’s really no guarantee of summer weather on any given day! If you’re thinking of redecorating, doing some DIY or upcycling, or just boosting a room or two with a little burst of summer, you may be wondering what colours to use. We’ve put together a list of the happiest colours for summer décor, whether indoors or outdoors, and a few suggestions for colour schemes they’ll work well as part of:

1. Lime green

Is there a livelier, zestier colour than vivid lime green? It’s fruity and vibrant, and let’s face it, there’s no missing it! Pair it with black and white to liven up a monochrome colour scheme.

2. Primrose yellow

Pretty and understated, lemon yellow is sunny and sweet, and manages to bring the sunshine to mind without being overpowering or too bright. Add to charcoal grey for a contemporary colour scheme.

3. Sky blue

During the summer, we live for the days of bright sun and blue skies, no matter how much we moan about the heat! Sky blue always feels fresh and summery. Pair it with white to emulate the occasional bright white clouds that we see.

4. Hot pink

There’s no colour so tropical as bright hot pink, is there? It’s bold and vibrant, and always takes centre stage. Add it to pretty turquoise for a truly tropical colour scheme.

5. Pale lavendar

Sweet and pretty, pale lavender is a barely there colour that just breathes summery romance. It’s hard not to feel happy when surrounded by it! Pair it with soft creams and the occasional deeper purple.

6. Cherry red

The pinky tone to cherry red gives this primary colour a cheeky undertone, which is perfect for the summer months. Add it to ice whites and pale dove greys for a contemporary colour scheme.