Trend Alert - Moody Interiors

Over summer, my Pinterest boards were dominated by bright, open, Scandinavian-styled spaces. However as the year has progressed, my Pinterest has slowly being overtaken by gorgeous moody interiors, like the ones featured above. Too often we can steer clear of darker shades in fear of making a space feel smaller. However, while that can be the case, it isn’t always a bad thing! Darker finishes and furnishings add comfort and warmth to a space, which can be perfect for bedrooms and lounges, especially during the winter months. Below are my top tips for creating your own moody interior:

• When it comes to choosing a colour palette, think navy, ink, petrol blue, charcoal and aubergine. The key is dark and the key is to be brave. If you are going to paint the walls, paint them all!


• Texture has never been so important, especially for preventing these darker tones becoming cold or uninviting. Mix dark wood tones, with metallic finishes, and embrace gorgeous rich fabrics.


• When it comes to lighting, embrace filtered curtains or blinds to create shadow ‘play’ and where possible, add a dimmer switch to control the level of artificial light. Don’t forget to add a few candles around the place for added ambiance.


• If you are renting a space or are not quite brave enough to paint all your walls dark, embrace darker tones in rugs, sofas and curtains, and create gallery walls full of gorgeous moody art. A moody interior is all about the warmth and cosiness of a space, which can easily be achieved through fabric, furniture and accessories.


• As with any design style, you always need balance. Consider adding a white trim to a dark wall or introducing some soft pink or purple tones through artwork or cushions. Keep 70% of the room moody, but add 30% contrast to ensure your room doesn’t go too far.


• Finally, don’t forget that the mood of a space will always be one part décor and one part you! The smell of bread baking or coffee brewing, the crackle of a fire, and the collection of knick-knacks in a space will always bring more warmth and personality than paint colour ever will.