Ciao, Sofia

This shade has a gentle warmth and a dusty, restrained look, so it lifts a room without feeling sugary. On a wall, #D3BEB9 reflects light softly rather than brightly, which helps it feel steady and easy to live with. In a north-facing room it can turn slightly cooler and more taupe, while in south light the pink and beige notes come forward and it feels warmer and fuller. It sits well beside chalky whites, brown woods, brass details and upholstery in muted green, tobacco or deeper berry tones. In finishes such as Flat Matt, Eggshell or Soft Sheen, it keeps the same soft rose-beige character, with the sheen only changing how much light it catches.

Use Ciao, Sofia in bedrooms, sitting rooms or dressing spaces where you want a quiet blush tone rather than a statement pink. It works well with painted joinery in warm white, and with upholstery in oatmeal, sage, camel or deep plum.