{"id":4927,"date":"2021-07-29T13:54:33","date_gmt":"2021-07-29T11:54:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/starsforeurope.com\/en\/?post_type=press&p=4927"},"modified":"2025-07-17T08:27:09","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T06:27:09","slug":"from-radiant-reds-to-winter-wonderland-whites-how-poinsettias-tap-into-colour-trends-this-festive-season","status":"publish","type":"press","link":"https:\/\/starsforeurope.com\/en\/press\/from-radiant-reds-to-winter-wonderland-whites-how-poinsettias-tap-into-colour-trends-this-festive-season\/","title":{"rendered":"From radiant reds to winter wonderland whites \u2013 how poinsettias tap into colour trends this festive season"},"content":{"rendered":"
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This Christmas is looking set be rather special. After the last 18 months when we have been apart so much, it looks like we\u2019re on track to welcome friends and family into our homes once again to celebrate a traditional festive season that we all missed so much last year.

With a renewed sense of optimism prevailing as we get set to ring in the New Year with loved ones, creating a winter wonderland in our homes is more important than ever. No event in the calendar creates such a sense of \u2018holiday at home\u2019 than Christmas \u2013 and there\u2019s only one plant that\u2019s guaranteed to make everyone feel Christmassy and that\u2019s the poinsettia.

Events of the past year, which have seen so many of us working from home and spending more time under our roofs than ever before, have changed the dynamic of our properties. With apartments and houses now adapted to incorporate home offices, and families seeking to transform living spaces into an oasis of calm that\u2019s sheltered from the turbulence of the outside world, interior d\u00e9cor has upped its game with a trend for the use of bold, stand-out colours that aim to make a statement. Contemporary backdrops present the opportunity to let our creative juices run riot \u2013 and stage high-impact poinsettia displays that will stop visitors in their tracks.

Here, we focus on the interior d\u00e9cor hues that experts predict will be gracing the nation\u2019s homes as we prepare to say goodbye to 2021, and predict how en-vogue colours will influence the nation\u2019s choice of poinsettias as the year draws to a close.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Embracing revitalising reds<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Turn back the clock to the Millennium and choosing a poinsettia was a simple matter. At the turn of the century the nation was obsessed with Scandinavian minimalism, and the walls of almost every new build property were sporting that rather unremarkable tone called magnolia. A traditional red-topped poinsettia would proudly stand out against such a neutral backdrop, making it a cinch to choose a plant to create a statement feature.

Two decades later, homeowners are opting for darker, bolder tones, and one fashion that\u2019s come to the fore is the rise of reds. The colour supremoes at Pantone highlight two shades of red that are tipped to be the height of popularity this winter: \u2018Winery\u2019 (think the classic deep red of a glass of vino) and \u2018Red Alert\u2019 \u2013 a shocking red that fashion experts describe as having a \u201csuggestive presence\u201d. Paint giant Dulux also highlights reds, from \u2018Berry Pop\u2019 to \u2018Lost Coral\u2019, as popular shades this season, highlighting their ability to \u201cinfuse optimism into everyday living\u201d.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Where reds adorn walls, the opportunity arises to create a dynamic contrast that enables poinsettia hues to work their magic. Plants with ice-white bracts or soft cream shades rekindle memories of the cold, snowy winters we cherished as children, standing out due to the vivid light shades of their wonderful coloured bracts. Of course, a traditional red-topped poinsettia will be at home too, for those who prefer a plant that blends subtly with their choice of interior d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Banishing festive blues<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The stay-at-home culture and grounding of international air travel has given us time to think about the effects of our hectic, pre-pandemic lifestyles on the environment, so it\u2019s no surprise to see glossy coffee table magazines highlighting shades of blue that pay homage to the natural world as topping the fashion stakes this season. Shades that remind us of the depths of the oceans and purity of clear skies are all the rage. The trend isn\u2019t limited to wall coverings either; if you\u2019re in the market for a new fitted kitchen, units sporting contemporary and traditional blues are tempting buyers, whether they\u2019re seeking traditional shaker-style cabinets or the latest handle-less units.

Homes adorned by blue open the door to a world of dramatic poinsettia staging opportunities. The tone of winter skies creates a perfect backdrop for poinsettias with creamy bracts or traditional festive red tops, while those who aren\u2019t afraid to make a statement can stage a dynamic contrast by choosing one of the vivid pink varieties that grace garden centre shelves \u2013 we dare you to be brave!<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Greys, olive and earth tones reign supreme<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Freezing temperatures combined with threatening grey skies are an indicator that a winter white-out is looming. It\u2019ll come as no surprise that grey also remains the dominant colour trend in interior design; after all, \u2018Ultimate Gray\u2019 is one of Pantone\u2019s \u2018Colours of the Year\u2019 2021. Similar buff and brown-based neutrals, and soft olive shades, top the stakes in Dulux\u2019s colour charts this year.

Greys and darker, earthy hues create a sophisticated backdrop that allow festive poinsettias to unleash their full potential. For those who are keen to create a talking point, the latest generation of variegated and marbled poinsettias perfectly offset sophisticated grey and earthy backgrounds, while yellow-topped varieties present the opportunity to stage a contrast for daring displays that\u2019ll go down a storm if uploaded to Instagram.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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On a final note, we can\u2019t fail to mention that Pantone\u2019s other \u2018Colour of the Year\u2019 2021 goes by the name of \u2018Illuminating\u2019. While its title doesn\u2019t give much away, the shade is hailed as a \u201cbright, cheerful yellow, imbued with solar power\u2019. We can\u2019t think of a better backdrop for a traditional red-topped poinsettia with deep green leaves \u2013 even if the dazzling contrast leaves you reaching for your sunglasses!<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n

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