The Butter Yellow Home Trend Is the Mood-Booster We All Need

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Despite what some paint brands might suggest, there isn't just one Color of the Year. Rather, a year's palette is comprised of multiple "of-the-moment" shades. One minute, we're obsessed with Barbie pink and the next, it's all about martini olive green. As we head into summer, the color forecast is looking sunny to say the least. From the fashion runways to interior designers' mood boards, the hue everyone's cheering for right now is a soft butter yellow.

How do we describe this? It's light, airy, and not as blinding as canary, sunflower, or highlighter yellow. In fact, butter almost falls somewhere between beige and a zesty lemon, which is exactly what turned designer Shea McGee into a fan. "I just love the sense of sophistication butter yellow adds to a space, there’s something so classic about it," she explains. "It can warm up a space or brighten a space, two elements that are often considered opposites. It’s playful and cheerful while also infusing an air of nostalgia.” Another thing to love? McGee says that yellow is "a proven mood booster," making it an obvious way to make your interiors sunnier for the warmer months ahead.

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When it comes to decorating with butter yellow, it is admittedly one of the trickier shades on the spectrum to work with. However, McGee argues that butter's muted tone ups its versatility. "If done right, butter yellow can act as a neutral and pair with almost anything in the muted family, but two of my favorites are a light, greenish gray and a deeper, earthy blue," she shares.

If you're looking to up your appetite with butter, McGee recommends starting with small, swappable tweaks like plates, bedding, and accent furniture. "Walls are easy to repaint, but a splurge-y sofa might not be the best place to embrace a trend you’re loving in the moment," she adds. "Instead, keep it neutral and style it with an arrangement of pillows showcasing the shades of butter yellow and its complimentary color palette counterparts.” Ahead, shop our favorite accent pieces and smaller furniture items in butter yellow that you can easily work into your own home.

Metal Table Lamp

Think of this metal lamp from H&M as the bright decor idea you've been looking for. When illuminated with a warm LED bulb, this yellow fixture is sure to shine at full wattage.

Giulietta Hand-Knotted Rug

As McGee said, soft goods are an excellent way to experiment with butter yellow, so why not pick up this hand-knotted rug from the designer's eponymous collection? (The intricate pattern seen here makes this already-cozy color even more welcoming.) For the perfect contrast, lay this rug on a walnut or tobacco wooden floor.

Sudbury Yellow

Farrow & Ball's Sudbury Yellow paint color strikes that sweet spot between muted and statement-making, not to mention it'll look excellent on a set of kitchen cabinets. (Don't believe us? Check out this French-inspired space from designer Meta Coleman.)

Yellow Mellow Painted Candle

Hesitant about bringing butter yellow to your home? A little bit of color can go a long way. These painted candles from Lou & Co. have just the right amount of yellow to bring a warm glow to your space. (Pro tip: Place these on a fancy tablescape, preferably right next to your butter dish.)

Throw Pillow Covers

For an easy, low-commitment way to embrace the shade, pick up a set of throw pillow covers. This scalloped set from Folkulture will add a hint of whimsy to your home, but can be swapped out in the blink of an eye.

Tate Chair

If you want to elevate your next al fresco dining experience, why not pick up some dining chairs to match the butter on your table? These modern seats from Industry West are made with a tough iron that can hold its own against the elements.

Breeze Sheet Set

Made with an eucalyptus-derived fiber called lyocell, these sheets are soft, sturdy, and oh-so-breathable. Even better? They come in dozens of eye-catching colors, including this soft yellow. Your beauty sleep has never looked better.

Philippa Frame

As the saying goes, a picture is worth one thousand words. However, thanks to its sunny hue and scalloped edges, this frame from Anthropologie is arguably too cute for words. Let the statement shade stand out by adding a black-and-white photo inside.

Glass Vase Yellow

Found: a set of stylish vases that will rival the beautiful blooms you'll place inside. Let this vessel have its moment by pairing it with a bunch of frilly white peonies or ranunculus.

Zelle Round Metal Accent Table

Give the butter yellow trend a glamorous edge with this accent table. Not only can this table be moved around your home as you see fit, but its geometric details make it look like something you'd find on the set of Palm Royale.

Tide Beach Set

Mother Nature called, and she wants to see the It hue in her neck of the woods. Between the buttery stripes and fringed detailing, this set from Serena & Lily will add some extra sunshine to your time outside.

3 1/4-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Paella Pan

Since this color trend is largely inspired by our favorite fridge essential, it feels only natural to coat your kitchen in this buttery hue. Reimagined in its Soleil colorway, this Le Creuset Paella Pan is stylish enough to seamlessly transition from stovetop to tabletop.

Cut Glass and Ferns Gel Print Textures Wallpaper

Want to embrace your bold streak? Say hello to yellow wallpaper. Decked out with a fern print that almost takes on the appearance of an abstract toile, this option will look particularly stunning in a powder room or foyer.

Bun Foot Accent Chair

When styled properly, butter yellow can take on the role of a neutral. So, why not make it a core part of your decor? This curvy accent chair will look right at home with chocolate browns, dusty blues, and rich creams.

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