Spring is on its way, and its arrival is heralded by the delicate pastel hues appearing in fashion and interior design everywhere. Offer your own space a breath of fresh air using these modern takes on quite pastels, either as accents or as key parts of your decor. Happy spring! — Lori from automatism
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Moth Origami Lampshade, Pink, by Studio Snowpuppe – EUR 59
A great mixture of modern form and soft color, the Moth lampshade would work nicely in both traditional and contemporary spaces.
LEIF
‘Moss Growth IV’ Printing – $35
Bring your walls to life with this brightly colored lovely print by Britt Bass. It’d look fantastic in a simple metal framework.
LEIF
Porcelain Tasting Dish Set – $48
Johanna Flores’ set of four miniature matte ceramic dishes in delicate tones is reminiscent of bird eggs and could be ideal for salt, spices, dipping sauces or even keeping rings and other jewelry arranged beautifully.
Design Within Reach
Eames Molded Plastic Rocker, Aqua.Sky – $519
This soft sky-blue variant of this Molded Plastic Rocker from Charles and Ray Eames is a fresh take on a timeless classic. It would be ideal to get a modern nursery.
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Pale Mint Triangles Ceramic Coasters from The Tilissimo, Set of 4 – $25
Insert a softly modern note to another cocktail party with this set of mint coasters out of The Tilissimo on Etsy. Ecofriendly, the design pattern is decoupaged onto repurposed tiles, which are then glazed for durability. These would also make a terrific host/hostess present.
Jonathan Adler
Carnaby Honeycomb Mug, Pink – $18
Make your morning coffee a little brighter with the Carnaby Honeycomb mug by Jonathan Adler. It’s a little visual pick-me-up.
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Painted Ceramic Vase by Color Form – $16
Charmingly simple, this jar vase out of Shade on Shape looks as good on its own as it might using a floral arrangement.
Design Within Reach
Wishbone Chair, Pistachio – $855
Professional designer Hans J. Wegner’s timeless Wishbone chair is now available in a massive variety of colors, such as this gentle pistachio green. It’s ideal for adding a gentle touch of color to a modern kitchen.
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Blue-Green Pastel Lavender Sachets by Gardenmis – $27
Offer your fine linens a beautiful, delicate odor with those lavender sachets out of Gardenmis. Made with soft cotton in complementary colors of green and blue, the sachets are filled with aromatic organic lavender buds to softly and naturally scent your clothing, bedding and surroundings.
Poketo
Themis Mono Mobile – $44
Insert something eye-catching to a own space with the Themis Mono phone from Poketo. The 12-sided geometric shape is made up of different colors which vary from soft pastels to vivid fluorescents. Striking and playful, it’s a great way to add color to a little room!
Jonathan Adler
Giant Dora Maar Table Lamp – $895
Spectacular and striking, the Giant Dora Maar table lamp will add a touch of tasteful surrealism for your area.
Etsy
Paint Swatch Forest Sculpture by 2 of 2 – $39.50
This enchanting sculpture of tiny trees from pastels and jewel tones would enliven a mantelpiece, shelf or tabletop — anywhere that could use some playfulness.
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Pastel Green/White Throw Pillow Cover by BH Decor – $26.95
Made from certified organic cotton cloth, this cushion cover out of BH Decor is as environmentally friendly as it is pretty. It’s ideal for adding a gentle bit of pattern to your space.
Wannekes
S.B. 57 Tea Light Holder & Egg Cup, Light Blue – EUR 88
Tea light holder? Egg cup? It’s both! I adore this cleverly versatile design by Dutch designers Scholten & Baijings. It’s just as at home in the breakfast table since it is in the dinner table.
Black Rooster Decor
Rochelle Side Chair, Light Blue – CAD 265
Made of galvanized metal, the Rochelle side chair not only works happily with any decor, but could also be used outdoors. Its fairly light blue pill finish would look especially nice from a leafy green backyard.
Eclectic Background – GBP 111
This lively Pen Pal wall mural out of Mr Perswall will definitely make your space a fun one. It’s great for kids of all ages.
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Hand-Felted Wee Pom-Pom Droopy Flowers, Orange and Pink from Berry Island – $72
Terrible with crops? Add a little life to a space with a magical bouquet of pom-pom flowers. Hand-needle-felted from cotton, the set of 18 flowers comes in three different heights for the ideal arrangement.
bambeco
Tahoe Soy Candle – $20
Give your home a warm and welcoming atmosphere with a fragrant organic soy wax candle.
Jonathan Adler
Light Blue Richard Nixon Rug – $165
Geometric patterns don’t have to be hard edged, as proved from the tasteful (and whimsically called) Richard Nixon carpet from Jonathan Adler.
Modern Armchairs And Accent Chairs – $1,275
With a new new celery green color, the Merton armchair is stylish and ideal for lounging.
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