Whether it's bold cobalt, watery cerulean or reliable navy, blue is consistently recognised as the world's favourite colour.
Although sometimes associated with feelings of melancholy: 'having the blues', it is also synonymous with idyllic summer days under clear skies and beside sparkling seas. Yet whichever shade you go for, the colour blue can have a very restful and calming effect when used in the home. From fabrics and wallpapers to lamps and side tables, discover some of our favourite blue pieces to introduce into your interiors below.