Believe it or not, bold colors and strong neutrals are making way for their softer counterparts. Pastels are back in – on clothing and on walls alike.
These pretty shades are soothing and subtle, perfect for gently perking up white or otherwise neutral spaces:
![Italbrass Zeroper Collection](https://blog.qualitybath.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/italbrass-zp2011-zeroper-collection-133064.jpg)
![Italbrass Contatto Marine Collection](https://blog.qualitybath.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/italbrass-c06-contatto-marine-collection-132679.jpg)
![Scarabeo Kong 70 Supported Basin](https://blog.qualitybath.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/33green.jpg)
![Nameeks Rainbow Lilac Soap Dispenser](https://blog.qualitybath.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/nameeks-ra81-79-lilac-soap-dispenser-236620.jpg)
That goes for the rest of the house, too – try muted lamps and fixtures for a dose of pale hues.
![Wilshire Parusso 20-Light Chandelier](https://blog.qualitybath.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/wilshire-w9602020-parusso-20-light-chandelier-185524.jpg)
![Dainolite Chandelier with Pink Organza Shade](https://blog.qualitybath.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/dainolite-85312-105-pc-3lt-chandalier-worza-pink-shd-235636.jpg)
![Arteriors Parkland Blue Optic Glass/Acrylic Lamp](https://blog.qualitybath.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/arteriors-17296-208-blue-optic-glassacrylic-lamp-32-h-172641.jpeg)
Now if you’re really daring, consider a pastel kitchen. Softly tinted cabinets are popping up in every style and shade, and even candy-colored appliances are making a comeback. (Are they our generation’s avocado and harvest gold? Probably, but they’re so pretty!)
It doesn’t have to be retro, but be warned: it can be difficult – though not impossible – to pull off modern pastels.