For some, a trip to the hardware store is a chore. For others, like Drew Barrymore, browsing aisles of screws, paint cans, and gardening tools is the perfect way to spend an afternoon. Her positive attitude is reflected in her shopping in the form of shades.
While showing off a Home Depot shopping cart, the actress The Drew Barrymore Show The presenter revealed the planning behind some of her purchases: “I was going to convert the curtain rod into a pot rack so I ordered some yellow S-hooks to match.”
Decorating with yellow (or at least the right amount of yellow) has always been on trend, but this year it's arguably more popular than ever. Taking on trends like Dopamine Decor, yellow is certainly a bright and fun color, but it's actually a very subtle and versatile shade that you can add to your home. “Butter yellow,” in particular, is topping design predictions for the rest of the summer, with Google search trends for “butter yellow wall paint” currently up 133%.
Having yellow walls and cabinets in your kitchen is one way to incorporate this colour trend, but you can also incorporate it more subtly with accessories, including small items like Barrymore hooks.
Whether you use them to hang planters or cards, or for a potluck (like Barrymore did), these hooks are a simple and subtle way to introduce yellow into your kitchen.
Despite their strong accent element, these S-hooks offer an easy way to bring trendy colours into your kitchen. However, if you're feeling bold and bright, you could go even bolder with the colour – and why wouldn't you when the benefits go beyond aesthetics?
Preference for yellow shades is entirely personal: While you might be tempted to choose a muted yellow like mustard or ochre in a neutral space, experts say a more vibrant hue can really energize a space.
“A sunny, yolk-like yellow brings to mind Van Gogh's paintings of sunflowers or a lovely bowl of lemons in your kitchen, instantly putting you in a cheerful mood,” says Emma Vestry, creative director and co-founder of YesColors. “Not only is it attention-grabbing, but it's also vibrant, energetic and inviting, and has the power to make a real impact in a space. Associated with the sun, which evokes positive feelings in many people, a sunny, bright yellow spreads warmth and good feelings into a space.”
This is especially true when used as an accent against neutral or black items, such as the black curtain rod where Barrymore plans to mount the hooks. Yellow automatically makes what is usually a utilitarian piece of hardware in the home seem bright.
Yellow painted cabinets add color to your kitchen in a subdued yet impactful way.
(Image courtesy of Vaughan Design & Development / Photo: Chris Snook)
Plus, pairing the complementary colors blue and yellow together will create a sunny Mediterranean feel.
“To achieve a Mediterranean look, combine vibrant yellows with bold cobalt blues and vibrant whites,” says Helen Shaw, marketing director at Benjamin Moore. “Add sculptural silhouettes, bright stripes and plaid accessories, and incorporate tactile textures like soft linens and luxurious velvets for an upscale feel.”
If you're looking to bring yellow into your home, we recommend starting with small accent pieces, like cushions in your living room or a vase of yellow tulips on your dining room table. But if you want to paint a room yellow, we've also picked out some light, bright paint shades (we think this shade would look especially good in the kitchen). And of course, take inspiration from Barrymore's amazing yellow S-hook ideas.
Benjamin Moore's Honeybee
Butter yellow ceramic vase
Yellow accessories are a great way to incorporate the trend without making any bold decor choices. But in spaces other than the kitchen, wallpaper The neutral base color and yellow print (probably floral) add style without feeling overwhelming. After all, we think Barrymore would approve.
