I first noticed it in "The Last Station." That glorious combo of autumnal amber and inky blue, it had all the majesty and warmth of fall leaves against a bright blue sky. It seems the rest of film and television caught on because now I see this regal duo everywhere, from "Wallander's" moody domain to the US Marshall's office in "Justified." Of course, even off screen, designers are not ignorant of the drama of indigo and gold.
Above: At Matto, and Italian eatery in Shanghai, Darryl Goveas, Founder and Director, Pure Creative International used golden lamps and rich indigo fabrics to add touch of warmth and elegance to the industrial space. Image via Yatzer.
Above: From an old issue of Domino, this almost-black wall dramatically offsets the graphic and gold art collection.
Above: At LA's Laurel Hardware, golden pendants against indigo wallpaper adds an air of pub-like romance to the dining area.
Above: At Hudson Merchant House indigo and gold are employed to evoke a more classical feel.
Above: At Susan and William Brinson's house an indigo wall is an excellent place to showcase the couple's collection of vintage letter plates. Image via Design Sponge.
Above: A little bathroom humor, English color-masters Farrow and Ball use indigo to create and dramatic (but not too serious) bath.
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