Pastel yellow is having a moment this summer, and why not? Yellow is a warm, sunny color that invokes the very idea of summertime: lemonade, daisies, corn on the cob, mustard on a hot dog, sunshine! The more intense shades of yellow can be too much, though, seeming to make us feel hotter – the very opposite of what many of us want in the sticky, sweltering heat.

Instead, whether we’re wearing it or decorating our homes with it, we’re reaching for shades of yellow without the heat: butter, maize, cream, vanilla, flax, blonde, straw, jasmine.

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One of the great things about yellow is that it plays well with others. It looks good with blues, greens, browns, black, white, gray, and every other color. I’ve had & loved yellow kitchens, yellow living rooms, and a yellow bedroom.

A little yellow goes a long way, so if you’re not into a whole yellow room, or the commitment of a yellow sofa, try small pops of this summery shade to bring your home and wardrobe up to speed: a pair of yellow earrings, a yellow main/pedi, or a soft yellow throw for your (not yellow) sofa. (Affiliate links; see full disclosure here.)

With a can of paint and a couple of hours, you can update a tired old nightstand, chair, or mantel. If you don’t have a piece to make over, check thrift stores and yard sales. ALSO: Paint is not a commitment.

Look at these yellow home decor and accessories I spotted at a local thrift store one recent afternoon…

Target has loads of this sunny shade, in everything from home decor, office supplies, and kitchen appliances, to clothing and accessories. (Affiliate link. See full disclosure here.)

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For even more ideas and inspiration, check out this gorgeous ideas board. I scoured Amazon for all the prettiest pastel yellow everythings you can have delivered right to your door, most with free shipping if you’re a Prime Member. If you’re not a prime member, you can try it free for 30 days! (Affiliate links. See full disclosure here.)

I may switch up my bathroom with some yellow towels & accessories; I probably already have everything I need. Maybe you do, too! So, what do you think? Are you ready to give pastel yellow a try? Do you already have some yellow in your life? Leave a comment, I’d love to hear from you!