Design tips: Making it work with mauve and black

A neutral foundation of cream and grey is accented by mauve and black accents including artwork. Photos: TNS

Let's roll back the clock to the mid-1980s. During this time, the "it" colour scheme in home decor was black and mauve. It was literally everywhere, featured in textiles, artwork, upholstery, you name it.

While the colour scheme may not be as wildly popular as it was in the 80s, it is still relevant.