And whether you’re used to this color or thinking about bringing this vibe into your home for the first time, here are some expert tips on how to add it with intention. As sage can come in variations, it all depends on the feeling you’re trying to create for your room. If you’re looking for something bold, go with a darker hue. If you’re looking for something softer, get a subdued palette that will create a more ‘pastel’ feel. “Sage [also] pairs very well with greenery,” Tyrangiel says, “So it’s a perfect match if you’re a plant-lover.” An excuse to add plants? Say no more. Béatrice Brandt of Le Jacquard Francais, a Paris-based table, kitchen, and bath linen company, shares her perspective. “[Sage is] a color that reflects nature—reassuring, soft and enveloping,” she says, “Choose a tone on tone decoration for a delicate harmony, blending different hues of sage atop one another to create depth." Through layering, you can create any type of effect you want, from warm to cool, energetic to calming, and so on. And, as Brandt explains, much of this can be done through layering the color with other textures, patterns, and hues. If you’re looking for elegance, Brandt recommends incorporating golden hues with your sage. “Accessorize with golden tableware or gold-rimmed glasses or plates,” she recommends, “Elevating the space but still remaining neutral and soft.” If you’re looking for something brighter, she suggests bringing in color for extra luminosity or an even cooler touch to the space. “For sage—and most greens—bring in the use of pinks, oranges, and also soft blues for a natural atmosphere that cools the tones down,” she recommends.“Think: sage outdoor cushions on light blue chairs, blending pink and sage tea towels hanging in your kitchen, or accessorizing light shades of sage, pink, and caramel cushions on a couch.” “I love to use simple neutral colors to decorate. [As] sage is a softer, more subtle shade of green, it has a peaceful impact in almost any room,” says Janet Wischnia, CEO, bedding expert, and president of American Blossom Linens. However, she also likes to do the exact opposite and make sage become the focal point. “I like to use a pop of color, and this year sage is my obsession. A sage blanket or throw can brighten up your bed or a chair in your living space but still leaves you with a feeling of calmness and we all need that now.” But truthfully, when it comes to designing, it’s all about personal preference. Sage is one of the easiest colors to incorporate because it’s a little bit of everything, so whether you add it to spice up your kitchen or to soften your living room, rest assured, it will create the perfect ambience.
