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Candy colors are, as the literal translation suggests, sweet colors. Their application in decoration appeared in the 60's, but was a great trend in the 70's, bringing colors in pastel shades and linked to the children's universe, which resemble the coloring of desserts and sweets.
The São Paulo architect Daniela Savioli explains that the color tones are soft and reflect a lot of light, which makes the environment lighter. Its use returned strongly in mid-2013 in fashion, reverberating also in interior decoration and entering the color catalog of the world's major paint manufacturers.
How to use candy colors in decoration
According to architect Luciana Voso, from Básico Arquitetura, a great advantage of using candy colors is the ease of combination: "You can use them on furniture, such as coffee tables and sofas, on walls, and even on curtains," she suggests.
Luciana also recommends the use of white details to avoid an excess of colors, and explains what each color can bring to the environment: "Mint green, yellow, and light blue tones bring freshness to the environment, while pink, lilac, and orange tones refer to romanticism.
The easy combination and lightness make pastel colors a favorite when decorating children's rooms and spaces, but candy colors can be used in a vast amount of rooms, always matching the desired style with the personality of the residents.
Decoration with candy color details
The São Paulo architect Stela Maris indicates the use of candy colors in wooden furniture, thus creating a cozy and soft atmosphere.
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Luciana believes that combining items with darker or neutral tones and different textures helps in creating the environment. "You can choose a piece of furniture, sofa, table, or chairs as a starting element, and combine the environment from it, working with darker tones or textures to compose."
Decoration with candy colors as base
Luciana recommends the use of complementary colors, colors that are total opposites, when using them as a base: "One way to decorate with this tip would be to paint the walls in pink quartz and choose a sofa or other piece of furniture in yellow or light green", she exemplifies.
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It is also possible to complement different shades of the same color. Luciana gives the example of combining moss green on the base with details in fennel green, light yellow, and other neutral tones.
Candy color paints to buy
With increasing popularity, candy colors have a guaranteed place in the paint palettes of the most diverse brands, each with its own specifications.
Suvinil
Pointed out by Luciana as one of her favorite brands, Suvinil has several options of candy colors in its vast catalog. The company listed several colors of the category as bets for 2016. Even though it is a little more expensive than the market average, Daniela believes that the price is justified by the differentiated quality of the brand.
Coral
Luciana also puts Coral on her list of favorite brands. With more than two thousand colors in the catalog, Coral offers different shades of candy colors for the customer's choice. With more than five decades in the Brazilian market, the brand is widely used by architects and interior designers in the country.
Lukscolor
A brand born in Brazil, Lukscolor has some two thousand different shades with easily recognizable names. Its resistance, coverage and performance stand out and make Lukscolor one of the best paints on the market today.
Sherwin-Williams
With 150 years of international existence and more than 60 years in Brazil, Sherwin-Williams is one of the most traditional paint brands in the world. With more than 15 different lines, the company offers materials for the most diverse environments.
When to bet on candy-colored decoration
As in any case, the most important thing when choosing your home decor is to feel visually comfortable. Bet on colors and ideas that will not tire, so it is important to think about the personality and lifestyle of the residents.
See_also: House Models: 80 incredible ideas and designs to create your ownStela gives tips on how to decorate with candy colors reducing the risk of cloying. In the kitchen, utensils and even the pot sets can come in this color, creating a comfortable environment with focus on details. In the living room, retro furniture in candy colors helps create a light atmosphere, and, combined with white walls or light wood floors, makes the room comfortable without tiring the view.In bathrooms, countertops and mirror frames in pastel shades are a good choice. The main tip is to apply these details in gray or neutral environments, because they "give the place a good dose of joy.
If you want to give a more romantic air to the space, Daniela suggests coordinating the candy colors with floral prints and wallpapers that refer to the theme. Daniela also recommends the use of the hues for those who prefer a playful environment, combining the colors "with a touch of contemporaneity using other elements such as wood, metal and more vintage furniture."
Candy color decoration to buy
Usually, websites that sell decorative items do not usually create a specific category for candy colors, but you can easily find them in areas such as vintage or romantic.
Set of 4 Organizers Baskets Colors for R$97,30 at Collector55
Home is Wherever Poster for $40.00 at Collector55
Pop 70 Banco Baixo for R$75,00 at Tokstok
Epicentro 7L trashcan for R$40.50 at Tokstok
Olle Carrinho for R$625,00 at Tokstok
Frevo Folding Chair for R$288.00 at Tokstok
Talk Chair for R$110,00 at Tokstok
Mandacaru coat rack for R$349.00 at Oppa
Itapuã Sofa for R$3699.00 at Oppa
Tray Miler Orange for R$209,30 at Oppa
Maré Red Box Curtain for R$129,00 at Oppa
Filipini Mirror for R$279.30 at Oppa
Quadro em Canvas Potes for R$71,10 at Dekore Já
Orbital Colors Blue Mixer for R$399.90 at Cadence
Single Colors Yellow Coffee Maker for R$94.90 at Cadence
Buffet Pink and Red Bione for R$1540,00 at Muma
Turquoise and Royal Blue Lebron Rack for R$1130.00 at Muma
Amélie Desk and Dresser for R$1430.90 at Muma
Harlequin Wallpaper for R$349,00 at Casa de Valentina
20×20 Chevron Decorative Plate for R$29,90 at Casa de Valentina
Before investing in decoration, remember to analyze what the intended space to work with is and be sure that it is worth it, to avoid disappointment.
Candy colors are here to stay, and their increasingly frequent use in large projects proves that these colors are not exclusive to children's environments. Whether it's time to tone it down or go bold, it's always important to think about what suits you best and what will be pleasing to your eyes even after a while.
