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Green �Pale green imbues you with a sense of well-being,� says Ryan. Try it out in a master bedroom to create a peaceful sanctuary � and remember to also paint the ceiling! �Peripheral vision is so important, and you don�t want your eyes to stop at the ceiling. It will make the room look much smaller,� Ryan says. Violet Be strategic with this delicate shade. �I love it for a guest room,� says Ryan. �The muted tone is relaxing and will make visitors feel more comfortable.� For a trendy color combination, try accessorizing with chocolate brown pillows and throws. Blue Don�t be afraid to go dark in the paint department, especially with blue. Paint a big swatch�roughly 30 inches by 30 inches�at waist level on a wall. Stop by the room at various times throughout the day for a week to see if you like how the shade shifts. �You try on a shirt. You try on shoes. You have to try on color,� says Ryan. Orange Perk up your foyer with this color. �It creates such an inviting and warm environment,� explains Ryan, who suggests a soft shade with a pink or yellow undertone.