Color+Inspiration: Black+Orange

Another successful title for this post would have been Halloween color inspiration. Tell me something, doesn’t the thought about black and orange lead you to Halloween? It sure does to me! That’s what happened earlier today, when I was checking some Halloween inspired pictures, the idea struck my mind instantly! However, I must admit that the combo itself looks pretty elegant and timeless, orange making it look very rich, while black is giving modern chicness. And I thought that touches of white won’t hurt, making for a crispy, less spooky look :). Yet again, when I see orange paired with black I can’t avoid thinking about Halloween, does it happen to you the same? Here are some pictures inspired by this color combo:

And in honor of Halloween I created this board with holiday props, just for fun :)

*image sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Now the question: would you decorate any room in your home with these two colors or not? If the answer is negative, I’d love to know why? Creepy or it just doesn’t appeal to you?

Tags: , , ,

17 Responses to “Color+Inspiration: Black+Orange”

  1. Marilyn russell
    13. Oct, 2010 at 12:54 pm #

    Love orange. It’s such a vibrant color. Great pics.

  2. Will
    13. Oct, 2010 at 1:45 pm #

    Yes, this always takes me back to Halloween. That orange pendant shade always calls my name, too!

  3. Sandy a la Mode
    13. Oct, 2010 at 1:53 pm #

    i love the look of bright orange against black and white!! happy halloween!!! :D

  4. Brandi
    13. Oct, 2010 at 2:36 pm #

    What I like about these rooms is that even though they’ve got black and orange pieces in them, they don’t scream Halloween. They’re super sophisticated — and really fantastic.

  5. Rebecca
    13. Oct, 2010 at 2:45 pm #

    I love this, what a cute idea for a post! That orange & white floral/bird wallpaper is great

  6. Shannon @ What's Up Whimsy
    13. Oct, 2010 at 3:40 pm #

    I think for everyday, I wouldn’t necessarily go with orange and black together…maybe orange and gray, instead.

  7. Erika ~TiptoeButterfly~
    13. Oct, 2010 at 4:06 pm #

    YES TO ORANGE!!!!

  8. Ludmila
    13. Oct, 2010 at 4:25 pm #

    Will, the shade is seriously stunning!

    Sandy, happy halloween! :)

    Brandi, well said!

    Shannon, I’m sure orange and gray would look the same gorgeous! I like the idea :)

  9. Jess
    13. Oct, 2010 at 4:46 pm #

    Orange is sooo under-rated! More props to Orange!

  10. Tatevik
    13. Oct, 2010 at 4:50 pm #

    I just saw your article on Wannabe. You are such a sweet and inspiring young lady, I can’t wait to see how your blog becomes even more successful!

  11. Olya Nikol
    13. Oct, 2010 at 4:53 pm #

    Beautiful:) I’m not sure if I’d like to live in a house full of black-and-orange colors, but the idea is lovely:)

  12. Ludmila
    13. Oct, 2010 at 5:11 pm #

    Tata, thank you so much, girlie!!! You’re too sweet! xoxo

  13. julieann/creategirl
    13. Oct, 2010 at 5:32 pm #

    Such a great group of photos! Our family color is orange so it all means love to me! That black and white chair lines in the first photo is just fabulous!

  14. Christine
    13. Oct, 2010 at 6:06 pm #

    It remind me a bit of Halloween too! Orange is my husband’s fave colour and these images are so great for orange done right! I feel like adding gray into the mix tones down the “halloween feel”.

    Great post!!

  15. Yvonne @simplyvonne.com
    13. Oct, 2010 at 11:15 pm #

    I think a pop of orange is really pretty. I love the last interior space..so modern and clean!

  16. Sandy a la Mode
    29. Oct, 2010 at 6:13 pm #

    this post is perfect for halloween!!! how cool would it to be able to quickly change up the decor of your house for every holiday hehe!! :D

  17. Sandy a la Mode
    29. Oct, 2010 at 6:13 pm #

    LOL i already commented on this post when you first put it up!! and now i am at 3 comments! ;)

Leave a Reply