Forever flora

From emerge magazine - issue 01, pick your palette

Soft yet full of life, this palette captures the quiet beauty of a flourishing garden at dusk.

Muted purples like Resene Marionette and Resene Lola bring a sense of nostalgia and elegance, while layered greens in shades like Resene Tom Thumb, Resene Xanadu and Resene Rainee echo the richness of leaves and stems, grounding the space in nature. It’s a timeless take on florals – less about patterns, more about the feeling of stepping into a dreamy, botanical retreat.

An interior with a gentle mix of hues

A gentle mix of hues creates an inviting space, with walls painted in Resene Tom Thumb and shelf and small bowl in Resene Marionette.

A green and purple meadow inspired interior

Straight from a meadow, the back wall and kitchen bench are painted in Resene Spanish Green, floor in Resene Kandinsky, stool top in Resene Tom Thumb and chair in Resene Whizz Bang. Side wall in Resene Marionette, jug, round tray and herb planter in Resene Tom Thumb, candlestick in Resene Spanish Green, small bowl and planter (left) in Resene Kandinsky and clock in Resene Bird Flower.

Straight from a meadow, the back wall and kitchen bench are painted in Resene Spanish Green.

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Floor in Resene Kandinsky, stool top in Resene Tom Thumb and chair in Resene Whizz Bang. Side wall in Resene Marionette, jug, round tray and herb planter in Resene Tom Thumb, candlestick in Resene Spanish Green, small bowl and planter (left) in Resene Kandinsky and clock in Resene Bird Flower.

A moodboard showcasing gentle shades of green and purple

Resene testpots in (clockwise from left) Resene Marionette, Resene Tom Thumb and Resene Kandinsky.

top tip Bring out the richness of muted purples and greens by pairing them with trims or furniture in Resene Lustacryl semi-gloss waterborne enamel, adding a sheen that enhances the depth and elegance of the palette.

Florals with a punch – bold, blooming and unapologetically vibrant. Fiery Resene Tangerine and Resene Grenadier teamed with mauve hues creates striking contrast, while pairing greens with yellow and red weaves in energy and warmth.

Like a bouquet bursting with personality, these colourways are a fearless take on floral inspired interiors. Be brave, nature’s boldest hues can be just as timeless as its softest shades.

Bold, bright and brilliant interior

Bold, bright and brilliant, these back walls, lamp and candleholder are painted in Resene Tangerine, floor, chair and large bowl in Resene Whizz Bang and front wall, shelf, wall hook and small bowl in Resene Marionette.

Add a vibrant accent to soothing tones

Add a vibrant accent to soothing tones. This wall and floor are painted in Resene Kandinsky, pillar in Resene Tom Thumb, table and stool in Resene Bird Flower, chair in Resene Whizz Bang and planter in Resene Kandinsky. Artwork by Toni Brandso.

Bold and bright colour palette

Resene testpots in (clockwise from top left) Resene Kandinsky, Resene Whizz Bang, Resene Bird Flower, Resene Marionette, Resene Spanish Green and Resene Tree Frog. Middle testpot in Resene Tangerine.

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Resene Lola