Kelly Hoppen reveals the unexpected bold colour combination she loves using for home decor accents

We're all ears when it comes to Kelly Hoppen's interior design advice, but her most recent slice of advice certainly took us by surprise.

Whether you've been looking for ways to make your home look expensive or want some low-effort interior design tricks that will transform your space, Kelly Hoppen will no doubt have some incredible advice to help you. If her sell-out bolster cushion with M&S is anything to go by, it's clear she's a master at helping us find ways to upgrade our homes and add that professional touch to it.

On one of her most recent Instagram posts (@kellyhoppen), she surprised us by revealing the vibrant colour combination she likes to use when adding accents to a home's decor. And as a renowned neutrals lover, we were in utter shock at the colours.

It's no secret that incorporating colour is a great way to add personality to your home. However, if you're used to neutrals or have too many colours in mind, it can be quite a challenge to add different hues to a space without overwhelming it or choosing the wrong shade.

If, like Kelly, you're planning to add colour to a neutral room, her favourite accent colours might just be the solution you've been looking for.

"Neutral is my signature, but not my only move. Burgundy and Emerald are two of the boldest accent colours I use," begins Kelly.

"Every shade of green works for me, from khaki to apple green. It’s vibrant, cheerful, and versatile, perfect as an accent or for transforming a small room," she continues.

And if you want to make your bedroom cosy ahead of autumn and winter, her second choice is perfect for that.

"Burgundy just love, especially heading into autumn and winter, when it brings a warmth and energy. Neither needs to take over a room. Green can be brought in easily with plants or fruit, while burgundy can be so effective; even just a bolster cushion could work perfectly," Kelly explains.

So whilst you might want to avoid too much colour and not fall into the maximalism trend, these bold, vibrant colours needn't be avoided. They simply have to be utilised in a particular way and in smaller accent touches.

Want some more advice from Kelly ahead of the colder seasons? Try her trick for creating a cosier bedroom with the painted 'halo effect'; you'll be itching to get into bed immediately.