Design Dazzel

The holiday season is here, and with it comes a hefty dose of red just about everywhere you look. This time of year reminds us how colors such as cranberry red, crimson, poinsettia red and peppermint red are festive hues that need not be limited to just the holidays -- especially when it comes to your child's room.

I love red for children's rooms because it's a color that encourages creativity. Since most children prefer bright, vivid colors, red is a great choice when creating an inspiring space.

Pair red with cool colors such as blue or green. This will create a complementary color scheme that has interest and balance. Or, opt for a classic red and white palette, which is always in style.

Red is a child-friendly {and baby-friendly} color that looks merry and bright during the holidays and all throughout the year.

By Kelly Porter, featured contributor and publisher of Color Sizzle.

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