One of the foundational rules of color theory is that opposite shades on the color wheel intensify one another. While this bold contrast works beautifully on a canvas, it can easily overwhelm a home interior. Because of this, design purists often warn that yellow and purple 'should never be seen together'.
However, Pamela Shamshiri – the brilliant designer behind Anne Hathaway's home – completely ignored this rule for a stunning summer 2026 refresh, and the results are incredibly inspiring.
