The Perfect Easter Pastel Colours
By Ana Zuravliova
When we think of Easter, we envision a pastel colour palette, chocolate eggs and of course the Easter Bunny! Pastel colours bring in a sense of joy and cheerfulness, however they do also have a strong connection to the resurrection of Jesus and the period of Lent. Read on to find out more.
Symbolic aspects of a pastel colour palette
Pastel colours are indeed a pretty choice, they complement and elevate any interior space. Making them perfect for the spring and summer months. However, pastel colours are liturgical and have been chosen by the Catholic Church to embody the essence of Easter. Over the years the traditional liturgical colours have merged with the bright, uplifting colours of Spring to make the Easter holiday one of the most cheerful times of the year. So come with us on a little ‘Easter Egg Hunt’ to find out what all the pastel colours of Easter really mean.
Playful pink
Pink is known as the most classic Easter colour, representing joy and love. The pastel hues are a great addition to any space, adding charm and warmth to your décor. Traditionally pink is worn by clergies on the 3rd and 4th weekend of lent, as a way of reminding those to stay joyful during the times of penance.
Injecting pastel pink hues into your home over the Easter period will create a cheerful atmosphere for hosting loved ones. Whether your preference is through patterned roller blinds or cushions, adding a simplistic pastel pink tone will be adorned.
Delicate violet
Violet is a colour that can range from pale purples to a deep blue, however in relation to Easter it is the paler purple hues we look towards. Violet is a colour that symbolises the season of lent and is particularly important on Good Friday. During Lent the use of violet draping’s and vestments are used in churches to represent humility and sorrow for the suffering of ‘Christ the King’. Although its connection to Easter isn’t the most uplifting, it is still a delicate, beautiful colour that will add a gorgeous touch to your décor.
We love the striking subtlety of pastel violets to add a charming touch to any interior space and through the use of soft furnishings it has never been easier. The Studio G Florrie Pastel collection is a great range to start with when injecting pastel violets into the home. As it provides splashes of the delicate colour with a mixture of yellows, oranges, and pinks.
Refreshing greens
Green is a strong colour of spring as it represents the dawn of new life, from buds on trees to the leaves of blooming flowers. Its liturgical representation is hope in eternal life, therefore redeeming it to be a beneficial colourway to add to your interior décor.
Soft pastel greens are known to instantly improve any space as they are soothing and sensual and create a retreat-like atmosphere. Making the Easter weekend celebrations a joyous experience for everyone involved. With its strong colour connection to Mint Choc Chip ice-cream, there isn’t anything more suited for Easter!
Pastel greens can be implemented into the home through the use of soft furnishings. The Fibre Naturelle Claude Damson collection is a strong choice for adding a watercolour pattern to the space. Or if a structured pattern is more to your taste the Greenhouse Apple collection is ideal. The geometric like pattern brings a modern touch to the space, while the soft pastel green adds a serene feeling.
Joyful yellows
Yellow is one of the most symbolic colours of spring. With the sun shining and daffodils blooming across land, there is no other colour that brings joy to us quite like yellow. Pastel yellows are a great warming tone to add to your home. The subtle hues will act as pockets of sunshine, making the space feel lively and vibrant.
Pair pastel yellows with other pastel tones to create a spectacular Easter decor. Our Cath Kidston Button Spot Yellow collection is a wonderful addition for creating an Easter inspired design. The subtle yellow tones will bring a warming touch to the space, and the white spots double up as the Easter Bunny’s fluffy tail – one for the children to love!
Playful white
Although white isn’t a pastel colour, it does have a strong connection to Easter with its connotations of purity and innocence. Along with the fur coat of the Easter Bunny.
Adding white to your interior décor will instantly elevate the space, creating a fresh, new life feel. Going all white can be a challenge to maintain, especially when there will be chocolate eggs strewn across the place this Easter weekend! Therefore, we recommend incorporating white into the space with an additional colour. Whether you decide to use white with the traditional pastel colours of Easter or prefer to go with a bolder tone like yellow. The combination choice will be a refreshing one!
Pastel colours and their strong connection with Easter provide us with the chance to adapt our décor accordingly. Whether we decide to add a combination of the pastel colours to represent the different aspects throughout the lent period, or to stick to one. The choice of variety and experimentation is limitless.
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