Black and Gold Rugs

Black and Gold Rugs

In Praise Of The Black And Gold Rug

Unexpected yet instantly recognized as a superior style move, black and gold is a color combo for the d?cor elite. Black and gold has enjoyed all kinds of interpretations over the decades, most notably in the 1920s when the art deco movement had sleek opulence at the forefront of every designer's dreams. Today, black and gold rugs are an easy way to make a statement, adding regal depth and sophistication to any room.

How To Style Black And Gold Area Rugs

From rich black and ochre florals to modern grey and yellow rugs, this dynamic color duo is adaptable to a wide range of aesthetics. No matter what look you're going for, black and gold can work for your space.

Here are a few things to consider while searching for your perfect black gold rug:

1 - Pick your base color.

Black-background rugs:

• Dark rugs perfect for grounding bright spaces.
• Black rugs with bright accents are stunning on polished concrete and light wood floors, where their saturation will really pop while the gold pattern adds visual interest.
• In white bathrooms where mirrors create an icy effect, black and gold bathroom rugs warm the space while providing a modern finish.

Gold- or yellow-background rugs:

• Yellow or gold rugs with black patterns will shine on dark woods, and warm up cool color schemes, pairing especially well with powder blue.
• Gold and warm yellow rugs create beautiful harmony in cool spaces. A grey and yellow rug will soften home offices where right-angled furniture is taking over.
• Grey and yellow area rugs are perfect for rooms where black may be too dark.

2 - Pick your pattern.

• Oriental/Persian: Black and gold oriental rugs are nothing short of decadent.
• Overdyed/distressed: A vintage-inspired black and gold pattern is dramatic without drowning the room.
• Moroccan: A minimal, Arab-inspired geometric pattern blends black and gold with serenity-inspiring elegance.
• Abstract: Black and gold are beautifully modern and a bit edgy in painterly patterns.
• Modern geometric: Sleek lines and geometric edges will take black and gold into art-deco territory'nothing short of chic.
• Florals: Black and gold florals add luxe, exotic interest.

3 - Pick your size and shape.

• Runners: If you're working with limited space, black and gold runners are the way to go.
• Round area rugs: Want to seriously set the stage for your dining area? A black and gold round rug will take your circular dining table into full-blown elegance.
• Rectangular area rugs: Black and gold area rugs in 8x10, 9x12, and 10x14 are the ultimate statement-pieces.
• Mid-size: 4x6 and 5x8 black and yellow area rugs are perfect for creating enchanting vignettes. Add to cozy conversational areas in large, open spaces to create intimacy.

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