Now that the Christmas decorations are down and it’s time for a January declutter and spring clean, you may well be thinking about a home makeover for 2018.
But before you head off to consult your Farrow & Ball colours, the chart you should be looking at first is an astrological one.
Each star sign is associated with particular colours that bring out the most positive aspects of its personality, while chosing the wrong shade could leave you feeling stressed and tense.
Apartment Therapy has compiled a guide to choosing the right colour for your sign to ensure a harmonious home, from fiery red for Aries to opulent gold for Leo.
ARIES: March 21 – April 19
Bold and fiery Aries naturally needs the right colour scheme to match.
Red is, of course, the obvious choice but for a more up to date take on the look, opt for jewel tones such as scarlet and ruby.
A rich and jewel-toned red is perfect for the fiery nature of Aries, according to Apartment Therapy’s guide to decorating in accordance with your star sign
TAURUS: April 20 – May 20
Sensuous Taurus loves everything that’s plush and elegant, but you’re also a grounded sign that’s full of earth energy.
A rich green is a natural choice for you, with an emerald shade ticking the box for your love of opulence.
Taurus is an earthy sign full of green energy, and an emerald tone will satisfy your desire for opulence
GEMINI: May 2 – June 20
Light and breezy Gemini is associated with both yellow and green and as an adaptable sort, you’ll probably fare well opting for a mixture of both.
If a single burst of colour feels too tame, why not go wild and splash it everywhere?
Yellow and green are bold choices but you should be brave and splash them everywhere
CANCER: June 21 – July 22
Cancerians are extremely loving and sentimental with a strong sense of home and family.
Look for amethyst-inspired hues to soothe your desire for comfort and stability.
Homebody Cancerians will feel soothed by amethyst inspired tones
LEO: July 23 – August 22
It will come as no surprise that the mighty lion needs a suitably regal colour to match.
You’re radiant and sunny and love to bask in glittering colours such as opulent gold.
Leo loves to bask in sunny and opulent colours and loves anything with a gold trim
VIRGO:August 23 – September 22
Being an earth sign means you’ll benefit from neutral, earthy colors such as white, soft grays, and pastel greens.
Earthy Virgos will be soothed by white, soft grey and pastel green and plenty of natural light
LIBRA: September 23 – October 22
Libra likes to keep things simple and will benefit from a colour scheme that taps into its innate fresh energy.
A jade green interior is the ideal palette for sparking your senses.
SCORPIO: October 23 – November 21
Extreme, moody and passionate, Scorpio’s intense feelings are sure to escalate in a ruby red room – according to Apartment Therapy.
Ruby red walls and decor will be sure to spark the fiery passions of Scorpio
SAGITTARIUS: October 23 – November 21
Just like Cancer, rich shades of purple are ideal for Sagittarius as they tap into your sense of optimism and freedom.
Rich shades of purple are ideal for Sagittarius, reflecting a sense of optimism and freedom
CAPRICORN: December 22 – January 19
Capricorn has a stable, trustworthy nature and likes to be surrounded by colours that complement your risk-averse nature.
Deep blue accents are the ideal way to tick the style boxes while feeling relaxed.
Shades of deep blue will help to soothe the risk-averse nature of Capricorn
AQUARIUS: January 20 – February 18
Like Capricorn, you thrive when surrounded by blue, but for different reasons.
A deep shade is the ideal match for your ‘intellectual and altruistic nature’.
Like Capricorn, an Aquarius will thrive best when surrounded by shades of blue
PISCES: January 20 – February 18
You’re a deeply emotional person who is both perceptive and sensitive.
Gem-toned sea greens match the ‘deep emotional waters’ that surround you.
Pisces will thrive in dark sea greens that reflect their deep, emotional nature