What is duck egg blue?

Defined as ‘a soft, turquoise-blue shade,’ duck egg blue gets its name from the eggs themselves which are a pale bluish-green shade.

When did it become a trend? 

Duck egg blue first hit the interior scene around 5-8 years ago, however, it appears it’s set to stay as homes up and down the country are utilising it around the home.

It works beautifully in many different traditional interior styles and whilst a trend in its own right, it sits under many other trends, such as Cottagecore.

If you’d like to see how to recreate this style in your own home, my Country Style Sofas guide will point you in the right direction.

What colours work well with duck egg blue?

Duck egg blue lends itself wonderfully to a catalogue of colours that work in both traditional and modern interiors.

This lovely soft shade will offer you a realm of possibilities when it comes to giving your living room a refresh. Whilst a soft and delicate shade, it can certainly hold its own. 

Duck egg blue is typically used in rustic schemes and paired with similar tonal shades, such as pale greys and greens. As they all have certain hues in common, they complement each other well.

If you’re going for a rustic vibe, you’ll often be drawn towards natural materials too, such as rattan or real wood.

Duck egg blue works beautifully against neutral shades making them a popular pairing choice. We’re picturing a beautiful oak floor dressed with a fluffy duck egg blue rug – perfection! 

On the other hand, take bright colours such as fuchsia pink and berry red – both would work a treat when offset with duck egg blue as it offers a complimentary canvas.

Adding brightly coloured scatter cushions onto your duck egg blue sofa would create a striking contrast and add a funky twist to a contemporary shade.  

In contrast, duck egg blue looks great with fresh white. Creating a fresh and crisp vibe in your living room, both of these neutral tones will work to make the room feel light and airy – perfect for a smaller living room in which you can create the illusion of space. 

Patterned cushions are also a great choice when thinking about colours to pair with your sofa. Subtly enhancing the interest of this muted shade, patterns allow you to easily incorporate other colours without taking the shine away from your statement sofa. 

Is duck egg blue right for you?

Whilst incredibly on-trend, duck egg sofas may not be for everyone. It’s important to consider all factors before purchasing your brand new sofa.

Think about your lifestyle, your existing colour scheme or if you’re catering for little paws or feet. All of these factors can influence your decision. 

Why we love duck egg:

• It’s a wonderfully versatile colour so it’ll work effortlessly within your existing colour scheme 
• Ideal for both large and small living rooms 
• Brightens up any space
• Statement piece of furniture 

Things to consider:

• It shows up dirt more easily so it may be risky if you have little ones or pets who like to join you on the sofa 
• Creates a cooling atmosphere, so if you’re looking to create a cosy living space it may not be the one for you

How to protect a light coloured sofa 

If you’re investing in a duck egg blue sofa, you’ll want to protect the light colour from any unwanted dust or dirt that can build up or easily show up on your seats. Luckily, we’ve got the product to help you do just that.

Our Premium Sofa Guard can be easily included as an added extra when you purchase any of our sofas online or in-store. It’s a specially formulated spray to protect every fibre of your sofa that works to minimise any damage caused by everyday mishaps – giving you peace of mind. 

For more information on how to care for your sofa, check out this guide.

Where can duck egg blue be used around the home? 

Thanks to its incredible versatility, duck egg blue can be adapted to most rooms of your home.

Loved for its perfect balance between green and blue with a large degree of grey, this tonally light colour will match beautifully in any room of choice. Offering a charmingly sophisticated backdrop for both modern and traditional interiors.

Acting as a neutral, it radiates a sense of calm and tranquillity, making it an ideal choice for your living room and bedroom. So you can create your very own sanctuary with our range of duck egg blue sofas and sofa beds.

This palette certainly isn’t limited to sofas either. Opt for a duck egg wallpaper with a delicate pattern overlaid to add an aesthetic appeal to any room or throw a duck egg blue throw onto your bed to add a soft and delicate touch.

In fact, you can use it everywhere from your walls to rugs and everything in between.