Yellow is often viewed as a joyous colour. However, the problem with this bright shade is that, erm, it can get too bright! And here’s where mustard yellow struts into the picture. Mustard does an excellent job of subduing the vivaciousness of yellow and tempering (pun intended) it with the same qualities of energy, positivity, and inspiration as attributed to yellow.
Seeing how people are more welcoming to this lovechild of yellow, brown, and sometimes gold, everyone is on the lookout for mustard yellow colour combinations that can never go out of style. If your hunt has led you here, then you’ve come to the right spot. Read on as we walk you through some visually stunning options.
Mustard Yellow and Black
Black and yellow is more than a sick beat that put a musician on the mainstream map- it is a classic combination too! It is no rocket science that black goes well with virtually any colour. However, it truly works its magic in grounding the brightness of mustard yellow. After all, mustard yellow can be distracting colour when used all by itself.
The resulting balance and contrast make the combination appear classy, sober, and sophisticated. You can use the mustard yellow shade to draw focus or accentuate parts of your home and the black to blend the rest in the background.
Mustard Yellow and Powder Blue
If you are for a cheerful vibe, then you might want to try out the mustard yellow colour combination with powder blue. It sets a warm, refreshing, and summery ambience, while also making the space look airy and roomy (think rolling mustard fields and spotless skies!). Also, seeing as how blue features opposite yellow in the colour wheel, you can use it to bring out slight contrast without overwhelming the decor. And if you feel adventurous, you can also throw in an additional shade (say blush red or dusty pink) to bring together the triadic colour of yellow, blue, and red.
Mustard Yellow and Forest Green
Before you dismiss the idea of combining two bold colours, hear us out. Much like mustard yellow, forest green is an earthy colour, which means that you can very well pair them together to create an earthy, natural-looking space. Such a well thought out theme could go superbly well for neutral spaces, like your living room or the patio.
Plus, rather than investing in separate furniture or accessories, you can have actual houseplants to create this landscape. In this way, you would be cashing in on some savings without compromising on aesthetics or functionality (for which, you can thank us later!)
Mustard Yellow and Turquoise
We’ve gone over mustard yellow with powder blue and then some mustard yellow with forest green. And now, it is time for a mustard yellow colour combination with blue and green – turquoise! Both mustard yellow and turquoise match each other in terms of emotional energy allowing the combination to infuse the scene with unparalleled vibrancy.
The saturated colours also set the tone for luxury and elegance (they don’t call them the jewel tones for nothing!), so try and work in some regal textures like fur or velvet. This combination really works wonders for your bedroom and makes it more cosmopolitan chic.
Mustard Yellow and Deep Tan
The underlying tones of yellow and orange in mustard yellow make it a worthy companion of brown, or rather, deep tan. Deep tan is anyway easy to work into your living space, be it the flooring, furnishing, or accessories – and the result is a lovely natural symphony that appears cosy and inviting.
Plus, it is one of those failproof combinations that you can hardly go wrong with. At the same time, it is conservative enough to pull off at home and even at the office! In fact, now that you know about this mustard yellow colour combination, you will notice how widely it is used, especially in formal settings!
Mustard Yellow and Burnt Orange
As complementary colours on the colour wheel, the combination of mustard yellow and burnt orange is a match made in heaven. They are highly pigmented shades and remind everyone of sunsets, autumnal glow, and other such vibrant memories. Given the attention-grabbing quality of this colour combination, you might want to reserve it for specific places that you consciously want to stand out.
Also, seeing as they are deeper shades of their respective primary colours, you would also work on ensuring proper lighting or use it in well-lit spaces to allow them to exude the intended warmth.
Do not feel intimidated by the resurgence of mustard yellow! If the 70s and 80s can own it, then so can the present era – that too with finesse! The above mustard yellow colour combinations can be great to create a warm, open, and inviting atmosphere. As for the ways in which you can realise this effect, we have an array of options available on HomeLane. So go ahead, and give them a look as you start on this new project!
