This warm hue deserves to keep the spotlight long after the autumn leaves fall. Earthy but sophisticated, rich rust hits a metallic-modern vibe when paired with crisp white or deep blue, or lends a nostalgic ’70s edge when complemented by shades of mustard or avocado.

Rhonda armchair by Cattelan Italia in #994 Canyon ($2,378), inspirationfurniture.ca

Marigold Meadows mural wallpaper by Wallpaper Online (from $3.89 per square foot), wallpaperonline.ca

Softseating folding stool by Molo in brown paper (from $210), molodesign.com

Vector floor lamp by A-N-D in weathered steel (from $3,115), inform.ca

Rolph queen velvet headboard by Article in plush Pacific rust ($929), article.com

Nuvola rug by Roche Bobois in terracotta ($6,090), roche-bobois.com

Origata console by Porro in arancio fiamma ($6,590), livingspace.com

Katie Nanton

Katie Nanton

Katie is a Vancouver-based writer and editor specializing in travel, food, and design. Over her 20-year career, she’s written hundreds of articles, snapped dozens of published photos, and spent a decade on staff at NUVO, a national luxury lifestyle magazine.