I know it’s cliche but it is Valentine’s Day. What if I promised not to post images of red roses, boxes of candy and puppies with red bows? Regardless of the day, red is an amazing color and can easily be worked into your wardrobe as well as your home. Today is all about inspiration, a few fun ways to improve your mood and redcorate your home with color and to show you how red interiors can razzle dazzle. Red, be mine!

Just because they are cute.

White doors are great, but a spicy red door is unique. When used in a traditional space like this, I am reminded of a timeless red jacket from a classic English hunt. I know it may seem avant garde but it’s truly timeless. The faux marble trim and base moldings make the door pop more than if the trim were pure white.

A punch of red with the use of curtains or this shelf is a great way to add energy to any space. 

You can also update old outdoor furniture with a rich coat of red paint. Turn some old teak into a fiery spot for a romantic smooch.

A saturated red like these chairs always looks good against a crisp white background. You can achieve this designer look with an old table by painting the legs a deep lacquered red. I would avoid painting the tabletop. The glass top helps to keep the room from looking like a fire truck.

This contemporary red swivel counter stool would look great in both traditional or contemporary kitchens and is a soft place to land.  

The red drum ceiling lights of this kitchen adds warmth to this modern kitchen. Always remember, you are in control of your space. If you want to introduce color but are not totally confident, take baby steps with accessories and lighting before you go “all out.”

I like how they kept the counter stools white to balance the red dining chairs. Too much of one thing can look over-the-top. Again, the white walls and dark floors temper the red pagoda-style chairs and red ceiling lights.

This bright red pendant shade is a good first step redecorating in red.       

Don’t overlook the details.

Another simple way to decorate with red. Most of the room remains white while punches of red in the cheerful table lamps and bench add visual energy. It’s a minor commitment with a big and bold effect. Happy Valentine’s Day and remember red is not only for hearts and bon bons.

Photos courtesy of Chinoiserie Chic, Desire to Inspire, agri-supply.co.uk