Amarillo (specifically "Mimosa" – an orange tone, warm tones) has been declared thecolour 2009 by Pantone, the global provider of professional color standards for the design industries. Discover how to decorate with warm tone of the season.

1. Get out of the shadows

Everyone has dark areas in home, especially if one has no natural light or room is facing north. Think of yellow as a ray of sunshine in a can of paint, "says author Stephanie Hoppen interiors. But take care, much of the yolk can be nauseating tone and irritating to opt for "soft, gentle tones of sand, corn, hay and straw for larger areas.

2. Build me up, Buttercup

Thanks to the publicity of Darwin, nature is a tendency in vogue at the moment. Killing two birds with one stone this season with a pattern yellow floral wallpaper as Wolcott (22 pounds) from Laura Ashley. Balance with a neutral tone in the sand, white or cream on the other walls. To avoid feel sick, do designer Kelly Hoppen interiors advice that "mole pinkiness' clashes with yellow.

3. Ilumina

'The yellow color illustrates the warmth and quality of farming the sun, the properties that we as humans are naturally drawn to the tranquility, "said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director Pantone Color Institute. Go whole hog with this yellow chair Hakon Oswald in Velvet (£ 2.885) from The Conran Shop to a house in a good mood.

4. For Adults yellow

Amarillo does not have to be flashy. 'Golds, tans warmer bring the natural world within to create a look of comfort and calm glow, "says Dulex. For gold of greatness, check out the range of furniture for Homescapes Raj, available from Amazon. Or for more subtle tan, try these lintel Chairs (£ 99 each) by John Lewis. This trend evokes vintage glamor, "says Anderson.

5. Using neon lights

Feeling brave? Make a statement in modernist style with yellow retro pieces. Funk your kitchen Eiffel chairs (£ 190) from The Conran Shop, kitsch and Retro Cream Yellow Phone (£ 63.62) from Heal's. It's a case of the brighter the better, but adhere to the furniture and accessories – do not paint the walls in those electric tones. Mourn the excessive use of bright yellow makes' babies and adults lose their temper and hurt our eyes, says the designer, design KMB Kathy Barto.

6. What does shock of yellow color?

Be careful when tying yellow with other colors. It seems risky with the red and purple when next to black, you run the risk of looking like a construction site. Teaming up with gray, however, adds a soft sophistication to the brightest color. This bold Spot Print Cushion (£ 25) Marks & Spencer is very chic and will bring some color to your sofa.

7. Color change and creativity

Michelle Obama wore yellow for the presidential inauguration ceremony earlier this year. The color symbolizes the new life, hope and change, she must have been entrusted in the result! Proceed to the First Lady steps and bring the optimism around – happy day drinking cup with this Pantone Process Yellow (£ 7.75) from John Lewis. "The yellow color is an ideal time to have fun with the décor and can add freshness to your home with a vibrant energy and optimism, "says Anderson.

8. Create sun glare lighting

Enjoy the trend with a simple light shade. A yellow shadows fill the room with sunlight, bright as this drum Yellow Shadow (£ 40) from Heal's. Yellow 'can make any place warm and welcoming, "says Stephanie Hoppen. So expect your friends more round often.

9. Get motivated with the help of color

Often underestimated the amount of color affects our mood. 'Yellow stimulates the brain and makes people open-minded, determined and alert. Helps concentration and therefore a good color to use in rooms where you work or think, "says Hoppen. Deck your office Caroline at home with this crystal table lamp yellow (£ 97.87) from India Heal and Yellow Clock (£ 30) from Not on the main street, and you will be the model worker.

10. Yellow brings out the fun in interior

"Whether it's a statement piece of furniture or a funky accessory, yellow is sure to raise any room and give a new impetus for spring, "says Gillian Anderson, Director of Commerce in Heal. You can not help but smile when they catch sight of This Pool Table (£ 150) by Susan Bradley. Life is to laugh, after all.

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