Do Red and Yellow Go Together? Designers Share How to Make This Punchy Pairing Feel Soothing Rather Than Intense

Image of a bedroom with a white wallpaper that has branches and green leaves. The bed frame is a dark red velvet and the bedding is a combination of yellows and reds. .

Red and yellow are two colors that have been in our vocabulary since we were in school, and learned of the color wheel — but how does the duo translate to interiors? Do red and yellow go together?

While it might seem like a jarring pairing at first, when the right variation of each color is selected, red and yellow can become quite a nuanced dichotomy. The pairing is playful, pleasant, and you guessed it: perfect for your home.