Black and white with a dash of red has long been a wardrobe favorite and the eye catching combination is now also a favorite for the home.

The combination of black, white and red color is clean and contemporary yet appeals to our desire for glamour.  This color trend emerged in Europe in the last two years and this year has truly taken hold here.

Recently House & Garden magazine featured Jade Jagger's (daughter of Mick Jagger and wife Bianca) home in London with her comfortable white furniture, sporting red and black pillow set against a red carpet.  Jade is quoted as saying "it is “my favorite color combination”.

Their are many reds to choose from all that are a beautiful complement to black and white.  So whether you favor a bright apple red, a deep claret or prefer a more muted burgundy the hue will work with black and white.

For the rich and sophisticated look shown in the picture at right try using Burnt Tile 150F-7 for the walls and White 1852 for the trim from Behr.

Best of all this combination is available from many sources in everything from rustic wood stained black cabinets to luxurious red upholstored chairs so this sophistocated trio can fit any decorating style.




Kate Smith, founder and contributing editor of Sensational Color is a color expert, strategist and engaging speaker and host of Views on Hues.

In addition to the color services she provides for many corporations, Kate shares her knowledge of color on her website Sensational Color and blogs: Color For Your Home, Color Pro, and Live In Full Color.