Blue Red Zig Zag Cushion

Mixing patterns doesn’t have to be tasteless. By following a few simple rules to combining patterns, it’s actually quite simple to make sure your mix of patterns is classy, not tacky. When mixing colours, it’s important to stick within the bounds of similar colour intensities and tones. Don’t mix brights with pastels, for instance. In addition, follow the rule of three. Odd numbers are best when grouping, so start with a large-scale, dominant pattern to make a strong statement. Accent the first with a half-scale pattern that shares one or two colours with the first pattern. Finally, add a complementary or neutral colour that has a smaller scale to offset the first two.