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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Sophie Edwards

Cynthia Nixon's living room color revives an outdated '80s design trend – it's one of the most coveted shades of 2024

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In the '80s, brown was the hottest color in interior design. By the '90s and 2000s, we got bored, and the look faded in favor of cooler neutrals. Now, in 2024, brown interiors are back. Cynthia Nixon's home demonstrates just how chic the natural shade can be.

The Sex and the City actress shared her living room on Instagram and it's a timeless nod to classic '80s design. Nixon's dark wood floors, wood paneling, and dark wood built-in sideboard fill her space with chocolate brown. Her rounded lighting and patterned carpets also reference the period.

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