How to Subtly Shift Your Colour Palette Each Season

The changing seasons is an excellent opportunity to update your interiors in simple yet effective ways. Rejuvenating your home’s colour palette with each new season is an easy way to keep your space feeling fresh and in tune with the natural world. Seasonal transitions don’t have to mean a total overhaul— who has the time or budget for that? Instead, choose subtle changes that will capture the season’s essence without a complete redesign.

Below, we’ll explore how you can shift your colour palette with ease, welcoming the seasonal energy into your home all year round.

A neutral colour palette is a timeless foundation for any season. Whites, beiges, and greys create a versatile backdrop that plays well with virtually any other colour or pattern. For example, a neutral cream sofa will pair beautifully with bright floral pillows in spring and cosy tartan throws in the winter.

By keeping your most substantial pieces—walls, furniture, rugs, curtains, etc in neutral tones, you can quickly switch up with season accents. Having neutrals as an anchor will make it easy to adjust your look without overwhelming the space. Neutrals also add a layer of sophistication, making your interiors feel grounded no matter the time of year. Try our shades Wheatgrass, Snowfall, and Linen Blend for the perfect neutral foundations to any room.

Accent colours are the secondary colours in your space, usually found in throw pillows, blankets, vases, and other accessories. One of the easiest ways to refresh a room each season is by adjusting these shades. Choosing a seasonal accent colour allows you to change the look and feel of a room without committing to more intensive alterations to your wall paint. Accent colours are extremely flexible—just replace them when the new season arrives! During summer, for example, you can add pops of bold, bright colours like pink, green, blue, and yellow. In Autumn, you can switch to richer, earthier tones like deep reds, burnt oranges, and mustard yellows.

For a smooth transition each season, create a general palette plan that includes your core neutral colours, plus a range of seasonal accents. Consider what colours make you feel most at ease in each season, then select complementary shades that bring out those emotions.

Texture plays an important role in setting a seasonal tone. Light, airy fabrics like linen and cotton are perfect for spring and summer, bringing a fresh and breezy feel. As autumn arrives, introduce warmer textures like wool, velvet, chenille, and boucle. Faux fur is also a luxurious material that’s ideal for the cooler months. Replace cushions and blankets to reflect Mother Nature’s transition. If you’re looking to add additional texture to a room to give it dimension and interest, consider CRAFTED™ by Crown Luxurious Suede Textured Matt Emulsion. This revolutionary paint provides an enriching, suede-textured finish that creates a soft, natural brushed effect on your walls. Incorporating a unique formulation that has been specifically developed with ground olive stones, this luxurious paint can be applied throughout your home.

Patterns also help convey the season. Florals and botanical prints are ideal for spring while tartan and houndstooth is reflective of the autumn and winter seasons.

Greenery and florals are subtle but effective ways to bring seasonal colours into your home without needing to change larger items. In spring, opt for varieties like tulips, daffodils, or lilacs to add a burst of vibrant colour. In summer, display vibrant green houseplants or fresh-cut wildflowers. Autumn calls for arrangements of dried leaves, branches, sunflowers, and mums. In winter, choose evergreens or pine branches with red berries, pinecones, and frosted or metallic accents. 

The right lighting will complement your seasonal colour palette and highlight the atmosphere of your space. In spring and summer, use sheer curtains or lighter blinds to allow the natural light flood the room. Throughout autumn and winter, swap in warmer-toned light bulbs or add accent lighting, such as table lamps or string lights, to create a cosy, inviting glow. Candles are another great way to adjust lighting and enhance the mood of a room. Candles make a space feel inviting, romantic, and relaxed.

Adjusting your colour palette seasonally will keep your home feeling fresh, comfortable, and aligned with the changing world outside. The key is to work around a neutral foundation and build upon that with accents, textures, and accessories to reflect the season’s essence. With a few subtle adjustments, you’ll create a space that evolves beautifully throughout the year! For everything you need for your next project, call into your local Crown Paints stockist today.