Vibrant Colors Highlight Your Sense Of Style

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Vibrant Colors Hig hlight Your Sense Of Style (NAPSA)—Here’s a bright idea: Give your home some added zest by repainting your rooms in the latest shades. From bold andelegant to eclectic and worldly, paint today comes in a range of color palettes and dcor styles to serve as creative inspiration for your next do-it-yourself project. To help, color expert Erika Woelfel, director of color marketing for Behr Paints, identi- fied four trends as the top styles Classic Caprice: a formal look Color Metric: a combination of with old-world charm and an addedspice. cool, modern tones and geomet- Sweet Jazz: a retro and art deco theme with feminine colors. Apres Ski: a cozy, woodsy trend cato. Polished chromefixtures, oriental rugs and exotic flower patterns accent this theme, transporting homeownersbackto the daysof flapper dresses and speakeasies. e Aprs Ski—Warm, muted tones add comfort and hominess to this woodsy oasis. Aprs Ski’s lived-in look provides the perfect barrier from a cold, snowy night that can be enjoyed year round. Forest green showcases natural wood and rustic materials. Kitschy red, teal and lime keep the mood light and upbeat. Musthave dcor elements include cozy seating, plush pillows and low lighting. Eclectic accent pieces The Home Depot stores nation- ric elements. to foster creative expression in the home: e Classic Caprice—Pay homage to traditional design elements while incorporating a fun, modern twist with Classic Caprice. A new take on elegance, this trend creates an appealing contrast of old and new by addingspice to formal rooms with sizzling magenta walls or painting black borders to frame the wall and showcase the architectural details. Traditional antique accents and sleek furnishings amplify this contrast, creating a space that is ornate yet still warm and welcoming. Color Metric—Inspired by the popular color blocking fashion trend, Color Metric uses geometry to create unique graphic appeal. By adding a “punch”of color to cool and neutral tones, this trend adds depth, balance and soft complexity to modern spaces. Neutral gray walls create a background and vibrant blue cabinets take center stage. Dark plum creates depth, while a light cognac brown balances with soft complexity. The result is a visually stunning andvibrantlook. e Sweet Jazz—The retro themed Sweet Jazz is a nod to the daysof art deco living. Femininecolors and streamlined motifs capture the fun andflirtation of the 1920s. Pastel jade andlight pink add just the right amountof nostalgia, while dark navy trim addsa noteof stac- create a cozy environment and a seemingly effortless doesn’t-quite- go-together appearance. The Behr Paints 20183 Color Trends with 20 new original colors and four inspirational design styles are currently available at complete with lived-in comfort. wide. Also, look for the 2013 Color Trend Card, an accompanying brochure with detailed dcor themes plus design and decorating tips to help consumers visualize each space. To further the visual experience, you can follow a QR code found on the back of the Trend Card brochure or go online to watch a video that brings the themesto life. More information can also be found at www.behr.com/2013Trends. What’s more, the ColorSmart by BEHR Mobile application, available as a free download for iPhone, iPad and Android compatible devices, helps users find the right color at the touch of a finger. The company is on Facebook at facebook.com/BehrPaint and on Twitter at twitter.com/ BehrPaint. Visit Behr’s blog at www.colorfullybehr.com for insights on all thingscolor.