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Choosing a paint color usually leads to a serious bout of indecision.

It’s not easy to find atimeless shade for your wallsthat doesn’t border on boring.

However, it’s no longer a shade that some designers would instantly recommend.

A light soaked neutral living room

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Despite its neutrality, it could err on beingtoosafe.

So, what do you opt for instead?

“Pair it with richer, more modern accents likedeep bluesorwarm, earthy tones,” she suggests.

Pink living room walls with pink couch

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Want more design inspiration?

It was fresh, modern, and funa far cry from traditional palettes.

Hunter Green

Many shades of greenhave remained beloved color choices throughout the home trend cycles.

Room with gray walls

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“Start by bringing in natural materials, such as wood and stone,” she says.

“It gives a soft, organic feel perfect for a cozy, nature-inspired design.”

“I think no color is outdated these days,” she says.

“What you don’t want to do is overdo a color so that it overpowers your home.”

She gives the example of gray, whichhas become enormously trendyover the last few years.