The world’s authority on color, Pantone, has named Radiant Orchid as color of the year for 2014.
Source: Pantone.com
Radiant Orchid has made it’s way in everything from fashion runways to household products, personal goods, and furnishings.
For most people, they don’t necessarily follow color trends that change yearly when it comes to decorating. But here are some great looking examples of how this beautiful color can be used in your home.
- Use sparingly in non-permanent pieces like pillows or throws. Notice Radiant Orchid is only used in the throw, which can be easily replaced when your taste changes.
Source: Paperblog
- Go with bold with Radiant Orchid as a strong focal point in an otherwise neutral room. Here, the color is used in a piece of art to add a punch of color to this room.
Source: Shop Custom Home
- If you love a lot of color, this a great way to use the color trend without committing one hundred percent to the one color. In this bedroom, various colors are used, all with the same color value, which always makes for a great look.
Source: LowellSun Blog
- Radiant Orchid is used here in small but well thought out ways. Upholstering an accent chair in a trendy color is great since it can easily be moved around.
- If Radiant Orchid is your color, then go for it. Use it in bigger, more permanent pieces in if you know that it is a color you will enjoy for years to come.
Source: Décor Lounge
Source: Apartment Therapy
Here is a toddler room I completed a couple of years ago using a version of Radiant Orchid. back then I wasn’t trying to follow the trend, but honoring the request of my clients. This room had to serve a 2 year old boy and 8 month old girl, so it had to be pretty gender neutral. My client loves the orchid tones and wanted to use it in this room.
I started with the walls by painting them in bold horizontal stripes in shades of orchid, and then added the built in beds and bookcases. One of my client’s requests was for as much storage as possible and leaving a bit of floor space for the kids to play. Both beds have drawers underneath, plus a window seat was added for toy storage. A closet system (not shown) was also added to maximize storage .
I designed all the bedding, headboards, window treatments , pillows and seat cushion, and had them fabricated by my seamstress and upholsterer. The roman shade is cordless for safety.
I chose the sunburst light fixture because it does remind me of the sun.
I later purchased two sets of the alphabet (From Going-Ga-Ga.com) for each child’s side of the room. I like these letters over the ones found at craft stores because of all the different fonts, which look a lot more interesting. I spray painted all the letters in white except for the letters that spell each child’s name (Asher and Orli). Their names were painted in blue (on the boy side) and green (on the girl side).The letters were randomly arranged and attached to the wall using heavy duty velcro. My client and I would joke that the kids will be really confused when they learn the alphabet later. Haha! Their names were arranged in the correct order 
On the opposite side of the room we added a custom oil painting on canvas that we commissioned Duane Cregger, a contemporary artist based in Virginia to paint for the us. I sent him the main fabric in the room (the fabric on the duvets) for inspiration. He did an awesome job. My clients, who once owned an art gallery, are avid collectors and desire only original art for their home
This toddlers’ room started with orchid being the color inspiration and they really love this room.
Casa Vilora Interiors Toddler Room Project
Casa Vilora Interiors Toddler Room Project
Casa Vilora Interiors Toddler Room Project
“Alphabet Soup” later added to the walls to add personality for each tiny occupant :-)
Original Oil painted by Duane Cregger
By the way – Here’s the BEFORE shot of the room
Before – Toddler Room Project
Well, what do you think about Radiant Orchid? Will you be using a version of it in your décor this year? How will you use it? Do tell
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I love the splash of orchid! I never thought about decorating with any shade of purple. This has made me change my mind.
Thanks Rachee. It is a beautiful color. Certainly not for everyone though
I think it’s a really pretty color, but it’s also something I would use sparingly and as accent pieces and pops of color. I think it would be too much for me to use in a piece of furniture or as wall paint.
That’s true Liz. I usually tell clients to use color like this very sparingly. It is quite a commitment
I absolutely love that color. It’s so pretty and unusual. It would look so pretty as a bed spread or curtains.
That’s right Lawna. I love this color for a bedroom
my favorite color is brown but Im really loving this Orchid color
This is a great color!
I do love that color and I just might add a splash to my bedroom–maybe a quilt in that color.
Go for it Michele!
Hey Veronica, that’s an awesome room design right there! And thanks for the idea as well, I’d love to try the Orchid colour when I move. It looks lively!
Thanks Pauline! My pleasure!
Purple is my favorite color – no matter what shade. My house is more earth tones, though, so I don’t really have much purple around my house.
It is a great color! Maybe you can add small accents in one room
I love the orchid colour any purple has to be my favorite and the room looks really great well done
Thank you Kay
I am in love with this color and how you decorated that room.. I love it!! The Alphabet Soup is SO CUTE!!! I think I will have to do that in my daughter’s room when we move!
Thanks so much Ashley! It is a beautiful color!
I love the splash of Radiant orchid when used sparingly. I love how they used it in pieces like Throw pillow.s It’s easy to change out if your tastes change but brings a bit of color to brighten up the room.
Absolutely right Jade!
Ok I have to admit that colour is actually really nice.. It’s quite bright and uplifting – I think I could live with it as the colour for this year
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It is a great color Sarah! Glad you like it!
Oh that color is delightful, it makes you smile!
It sure does!
I love touches of radiant orchid as opposed to full out walls, clothes, etc. I had been hearing radiant orchid everywhere and had no idea why. Now I know Pantone made this happen.
Love the room you designed for the boys btw!
Thank you so much Ronnie!
Radiant Orchid is such a pretty color. I may get some throw pillows in it for my day bed, I think it would look great! The toddler room you decorated is adorable.
Thank you Pam!
wow that purple really makes the room pop very eye catching
It does Becca! I just love it
I really love what you did with the room, brillant. And it works both for boys and girls.
For me this color is really excelent because I love purple. So perfect year for me!
Thank you Joanna!
I seriously need you to come to my house. You would be shocked to see how boring it is here as I do not have the talent to decorate. I love any shade of purple and never thought to decorate with it.
I am here for you Jennifer!
This color is my mom’s favorite! So beautiful.
That’s great Aisha! A lady with great taste
Wow! I absolutely love your work. The Orchid color is very beautiful. Thanks for the awesome idea.
Thank you so much!
Pantone looks like a nice color. I can see painting my room in that color.
Radiant orchid is definitely a nice color
I’m loving this color choice!!! Shades of purple are my absolute fav!
Thanks Michelle
I love this color for many things. I am just not sure I would want it on my walls. I do love it as an accent color especially with pillows and blankets .
I agree Pam, use sparingly
I’ve been seeing this color everywhere since the New Year. It is a very pretty color, and I now understand everything after reading your blog.
I’m glad you learned something new here! Thanks for reading my blog
Radiant Orchid would be a nice colr in the texture of a rug and maybe throw pillows in a living area.
That is right. It would be perfect in a patterned fabric too!
Must be a man thing. I have always liked neutral colors, but these are sharp.
Thanks Mark! Guys will usually resist this color. Lol
I heard about that and what a nice color to put with other color schemes.
I agree! Thank you
LOVE LOVE LOVE that color. Purple is my favorite color and Radiant Orchid is just beautiful!
I agree! I love this color!
I really love the orchid color decor. I’m a big fan of having vibrant colors in the house and have painted my walls many beautiful and rich colors in the past.
I love that you aren’t scared of color! Good for you!
Love, love, love! This color is my favorite. I am glad to know when I replace my couch next quarter that I will be able to find accessories in my favorite shade.
Absolutely! Even if it’s not the trend, I’m a big fan of decorating with what you love
These kinds of posts are invaluable to designers. I often try to get my clients to understand that there are trends and data that indicate what their audience wants. It’s surprisingly difficult to get them to go with proof…
That’s true! Some clients have string opinions about not decorating with trends