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ICE CREAM SHADES AND WARM TONES INSPIRE SEASONAL SCHEMES, SAYS SAM WYLIE-HARRIS

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WITH gardens coming into full bloom, the hazy soft hues of summer offer ample inspiration for an interior revamp.

As Georgina Tarn, interior design manager at City & Country, says: "Pastel colours such as soft pinks, mint greens, buttery yellows and sky blues naturally evoke a fresh, airy feeling."

Moreover, a pretty pastel palette has the power to transform a room when you let your primary shade take the lead, and complement it with a versatile neutral and warm brown hue.

And with Pantone Colour of the Year being Mocha Mousse, you have a obvious option for the subtle scheme.

She says: "The deliciousness of the colour suggests a refreshing coffee drink, or flavour of soft serve ice cream - and by association, evokes a mood of contentment and balance."