Whimsical Hues:

How to Create a Seasonal Color Story with Eric & Eloise

As the seasons turn, so does our desire to refresh our living space. A fresh coat of paint isn't always an option, but a cohesive seasonal color story is a simple, high-impact way to transform your home.

The Eric and Eloise collection - with its charming, nature-inspired characters like Eric the Hare, Eloise the Fox, and Frankie the Stag - is the perfect starting point. Their bronzed, metallic finish acts as a sophisticated neutral anchor, allowing you to layer in seasonal colors with ease.

Here is your four-step guide to crafting a captivating seasonal color story for your home!

1. Define Your Seasonal Mood

Every season evokes distinct feeling, and your color palette should capture that mood. Start by choosing 3-5 colors that represent the season and your personal style.

Spring: Renewal, fresh growth, gentle rain, blossoms. Soft greens, pale yellows, creamy whites and Robin's egg blue.

Summer: Warmth, vibrancy, sunshine, ocean/beach. Bright corals, cobalt blue, sunny yellow, crisp white.

Autumn: Cozy, harvest, rich textures, changing leaves. Burnt orange, deep cranberry, olive green, mustard yellow.

Winter: Crisp, serene, festive, warm, candlelight. Icy blue, emerald green, deep burgundy, metallic silver/gold.

2. Anchor Your Story with Eric and Eloise Neutrals

The beauty of the E+E collection is that the pieces themselves often act as your central neutral.

The Metallic Base: Most E+E item - like the busts or mounts - are finished in an antique gold or bronzed aluminum. This warm metallic tone complements every seasonal palette. It provides a sophisticated, grounding element that prevents your seasonal color accents from feeling juvenile or overwhelming.

The Woodsy Vibe: The animals themselves evoke a cozy, rustic and whimsical forest theme. This natural element effortlessly blends with the seasonal colors inspired by nature.

**Design Tip: Use a single, large piece as the main focal point. It's bronzed color ensures it remains a timeless piece, while the surrounding accents change.

3. Layer in Seasonal Accents

This is where your chosen 3-5 colors come to life. The trick is to use removable decor items so you can easily transition between seasons.

Soft Textiles: Use throws, toss pillows and runners.

- For Autumn drape a deep cranberry or burnt orange velvet throw over your sofa next to an Eloise the Fox Bust.

Florals and Greenery: This is the easiest way to inject color.

- For Winter adorn the Wall Mount with a simple garland of Emerald Green pine and solver frosted berries.

Tabletop Decor: Use the E+E serving pieces to showcase seasonal hues.

- Use a dish stand to display a collection of small blue robin's eggs.

4. Consistency is Key

For a cohesive and well-told color story, make sure your chosen colors appear in at least three different spots within a single room.

By letting the elegant and timeless nature of your E+E collection serve as your neutral foundation, you can easily swap in new colors and textures to capture the spirit of every season, keeping you home fresh, engaging and beautifully designed all year long!