Create an elegant interior that emulates Parisian style by layering different shades of white paint.

Decorate with white for an elegant look

Layer shades of white for Parisian style

Emulate Parisian style with a palette of off-whites.

Recreate a Parisian look

Timeless, understated and effortlessly sophisticated – is there anything more elegant than Parisian style? Recreating this look is easy and, contrary to popular belief, you don’t need a spacious apartment or period features to make it work.

Layer different shades of off-white

The secret to this sensual style lies in the subtle colour palette of off-whites. Try painting your walls in almond white and your ceiling in cotton white to create layers of interest in the room.

If you do have a home with architectural details, such as cornicing, skirtings and alcoves, you may like to highlight these with a slightly different hue of white, such as parchment white.

Add a pop of colour

This classic colour scheme is the perfect backdrop for a few bold accents. Think rich, warm hues like burgundy, dusky pink and sherbet orange – these will pop against the white background and add a feeling of warmth to the room.