“Since we’re seeing a shift toward moodier, deeper versions, we chose a versatile navy that we know will last for years to come,” Wadden explained. “Navy isn’t necessarily ’new,’ but it’s the perfect hue to set the stage and act as a backdrop for what’s to come—a ’new neutral’ of sorts.” The shade of blue continues the trend of 2020 colors inspired by nature, including a muted green from Behr and an aquatic blue from PPG. Because Naval is so versatile, there are so many ways you can use it in your home. To help you get started, we’ve narrowed down the top three ways we plan to use Naval this year.
3 Ways to Decorate with Navy Blue
Sue says her team sees a lot of smaller accent pieces when they first introduce a deep shade like Naval, and the materials aren’t limited to just paint. “It’s a striking color, so many people feel comfortable incorporating a darker hue first through other elements and accessories, like throw pillows, a bedsheet set, an abstract art print, or a lacquered console table,” she says. So go ahead and paint an accent wall—or cover all four walls! Because the color can be so calming, think about using it in a space you use to relax, like a bedroom or living room.
