Holiday parties, winter outfits – seems black, or “onyx”, is the “go to” color at this time of year.  Whether it be in clothing or decor, black is a statement color.  I often use it where I need a pop of color just as I would a bright hue.  Here are some basic black – whether it be as an exterior…

Digs Digs

Digs Digs

Or interior…

 

House Beautiful

House Beautiful

As soft furnishings and hard surfaces…

Palmetto All-Weather Wicker Round Pedestal Coffee Table - Black, Pottery Barn

Palmetto All-Weather Wicker Round Pedestal Coffee Table – Black, Pottery Barn

 

La Coupole Indoor/Outdoor Dining Table, Round Black Granite Top, Williams Sonoma

La Coupole Indoor/Outdoor Dining Table, Round Black Granite Top, Williams Sonoma

On the table…

Villeroy & Boch "Verona" Charger, Available at Bloomingdale's

Villeroy & Boch “Verona” Charger, Available at Bloomingdale’s

 

Scalamandre by Lenox Zebra Platinum Dinnerware, Available at Bloomingdale's

Scalamandre by Lenox Zebra Platinum Dinnerware, Available at Bloomingdale’s

 

Warwick Campaign Desk, Restoration Hardware

Warwick Campaign Desk, Restoration Hardware

Or on your bed….

Havana, Matouk

Havana, Matouk

Black is a neutral.  It works with almost every color and hue.  It can be dramatic, or it can be soothing.  Next time you can’t make up your mind, or are looking for something just a little different, look no further than basic black!