This Designer-Approved Yellow Is the Ultimate Versatile Summer Decor Hue

And Studio McGee is here to show us why

When you think of yellow hues, do you think of flowering plants in the early days of spring, like yellow archangel, golden chain tree, hybrid witch hazel, forsythia, and yellow bird magnolia? Does it remind you of spring, as daffodils begin reaching through the sidewalk cracks? Does it remind you of summer, when you can finally start harvesting your yellow pear tomatoes and Irish gold tomatoes, and when lemon trees start blooming?

No matter what the color brings to your mind, Studio McGee, the beloved studio created by interior design superstar Shea McGee, is proving that one particular shade of yellow is going to be the perfect versatile shade for summer this year: creamy butter yellow.

“The color is sunny and relaxed without going full force into lemon territory, and the fact that yellow is a proven mood booster makes it the perfect choice for refreshing any space this summer,” the studio said in a press release, adding that the color has an incredible amount of versatility and timelessness, making it “the ultimate color of the season.”

Since color trends so often reflect more than your preference and reach their influence on our overall cultural mood, societal shift, and, of course, seasons, it’s no surprise that McGee would be having such a fun time with such a beautiful tone.

This hue strikes the perfect balance between sunny charm and relaxed refinement, embodying a timeless elegance that transcends fleeting trends while still partnering with a seasonal change. With its subtle warmth and inviting allure, creamy butter yellow has become a staple for Studio McGee's design repertoire this season.

Make It the Center of Attention

The way the studio uses the color, of course, shows off its talent for versatility and adaptability, from small accents to huge pieces that grab your attention. For instance, the designers use a creamy butter yellow striped wallpaper above dusty blue wood paneling behind a bed to brighten up a room while still supplying it with enviable coziness.

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The addition of a light yellow throw pillow or a floral pattern that highlights this summery hue wraps it all up nicely. McGee and her team also brought in the power of a creamy butter yellow staple item with a yellow rug in the entryway that offers guests a seamless transition from the outside world into the calming inside one.

Adding some dishware to your home that might have that pop of yellow—a serving bowl or tray, a set of plates, or a fruit bowl—are also bright and lovely examples for adding the color of the season into your home decor without breaking the bank or changing the whole aesthetic of your home.

Use Lighting

And an even more transcendent creamy butter yellow addition is light itself. Light has the ability lighting has to transform a space. Whether through pendant lights, table lamps, or sconces, adding in an accent of warm light can really create a cozy ambiance and an escape from the bright glare of the sun outside.

Creamy butter yellow is a star among summer colors because it isn’t as overpowering as some summer hues we’re used to, like hot pink, neon yellow, and bright green. It still infuses spaces with a sense of sunshine but doesn’t veer into anything overly vibrant, allowing you to maintain the calmness of a space. This shade is nuanced, just like so much of Studio McGee’s work. 

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