The big challenge in decorating with a neutral color scheme is how to keep the room from looking bland and boring. Neutrals are tints and shades of white, gray, and black and are considered non-colors. While they are often used in conjunction with colors from the color wheel, they can also be used to create a beautiful room on their own.

Decorating with beige and taupe can create a fabulous and elegant atmosphere. Both calming and understated, this combination comes to life when you include a variety of textures. Wear silky, shiny fabrics like satins and moires along with chenille and heavy velvets. Another way to keep all of your furniture from blending into one another is to include multiple shades of each color, from light to dark and everything in between.
 
Tone-on-tone prints will also help define each fabric. This can include tone-on-tone stripes, plaid, paisley prints, and floral prints, all intermingled in the same space. The more variety, the more interesting a beige and taupe color scheme becomes.
 
To create a dramatic ambience using neutral colors, decorate with the stark contrast of black and white. This can result in a striking appearance that feels fresh and clean. Imagine a black and white canvas combined with a mini painting and an eye-catching awning stripe. The combination of black and white patterns against white walls can be impressive.
 
A variety of soft white fabrics can be worn together and result in a romantic, airy feel. Mix a creamy white lace with crinkled sheers and an embroidered cotton fabric for a pretty and delicate room.
 
The key to making all of these neutral schemes work is combining a variety of textures, not only in fabrics but also in furniture and accessories. Don’t be afraid to use wooden furniture together with rattan or rattan, and carve glass with brass and pewter.