The Soothing Color Taking Over Interior Design

The fact that color trends come and go isn’t news. In the 1920s, jewel tones dominated; in the 1940s, patriotic reds and blues were popular. Avocado green and harvest gold are forever branded as earthy hues of the 1970s. Color changes tend to arrive faster now, with popular colors marching out annually thanks to paint and design companies’ “color of the year” selections. And this year is no different.

Soft shades of blue are particularly fashionable for 2024 — like Sherwin-Williams’ breezy “Upward” and Valspar’s calming “Renew Blue.” However, Benjamin Moore’s ethereal “Blue Nova” may be the most popular. This dusty, powdery blue-violet is meant to inspire feelings of adventure and curiosity and was even unveiled with the help of aerospace company Blue Origin. Incorporating pops of this color into your home isn’t hard — it’s everywhere, from bed sheets to rugs and even candles. Launch your home into the wild blue yonder with these Blue Nova-inspired home goods.

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Martha Stewart Cotton Bath Towel Set

This six-piece bath towel set includes two washcloths, two hand towels, and two bath towels in a strikingly similar shade of blue. Made from 100% cotton, they’re absorbent, quick-drying, and fade-resistant, which means you can continue enjoying the 2024 color of the year well into 2025 (and beyond).

Godinger Stemless Wine Glasses

At 17-ounces each, these European-made wine glasses are equal parts useful and on-trend. Made from lead-free crystal, the four-pack is also dishwasher safe for easy cleanup, with a sleek, stemless design that won’t go out of style anytime soon.

Linen Upholstered Platform Bed Frame

Blue Nova is meant to inspire you to seek out new adventures, so why not start in your dreams? This platform bed frame features a tufted headboard and matching foot panel in blue linen. It assembles in less than 15 minutes and comes with birchwood slats, so you can skip the box spring and just add your mattress for a fast pop of bedroom color.

KitchenAid Stand Mixer in Blue Salt

KitchenAid’s own color of the year — “Blue Salt” — is similar to Benjamin Moore’s powdery blue selection depending on how you see it. The pearl finish creates a “living color” that softly shifts throughout the day with lighting changes. Like all standard KitchenAid mixers, this version has a stainless steel bowl, wire whip, two beaters, a dough hook, and a pouring shield to keep ingredients from flinging all over that beautiful blue finish.

Threshold Cotton Tablecloth

Tablecloths are an easy (and cost-effective) way to add color trends to your home without a major overhaul or investment. Target’s popular Threshold line offers up a versatile blue in both round and rectangular shapes. Plus, they’re made with no-fuss 100% cotton that’s easily machine washable.

Amazon Basics Microfiber Bed Sheet Set

While Amazon may use the name “Dutch Blue,” these sheets are a close match to the color of the year. This sheet set is made from polyester microfiber for durability, and includes two pillowcases along with the flat and fitted sheets. Available in five sizes from twin to king, the 14-inch deep pockets can fit nearly any mattress.

Our Place Ceramic Nonstick Skillet

Nonstick pans from Our Place are made without PFAS and other toxic chemicals and brighten up your kitchen with the “Blue Salt” shade. Compatible with all stovetops, this ceramic nonstick skillet is also oven-safe up to 450 degrees and can be used to braise, fry, sauté, and even steam veggies with the included steamer basket.

Hand-Braided Jute Rug

Jute area rugs are stain-resistant and shed-free, making them an easy-care option. This version from Rugs.com comes in a variety of sizes, including runners, round, oval, and rectangular area rugs. While it’s described as navy blue, the hue is light enough to pass for Blue Nova, giving your floors a trendy upgrade.

Yankee Candle Black Tea & Lemon Signature Candle

Small touches of color can come in unexpected places, like this signature scent from Yankee Candle. The purple-blue soy wax has notes of black tea, vanilla, and lemon for a clean and refreshing smell. The large jar candles include two cotton wicks for even burning that lasts more than 60 hours.

Glad Storage Baskets with Lids

Even the more utilitarian items in our homes can benefit from a change of color. This storage basket set is versatile enough to be used anywhere, tucked away in a hall closet or showing off its textured design in open shelving. The lidded containers are stackable and easy to wipe clean, and with a 4.7-gallon capacity, they can hold everything from bathroom items to mementos from your latest adventures.