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A subtle splash of metallic touches, like these vases, can brighten up a living space.

What once was old and outdated eventually turns around to become everyone's desire once again. Metallic colours have come back in style but have been modified a little (like every other reoccurring trend). Bright and very shiny metallic colours are still in the past; for 2013, metallic colours are considered stylish when they have been turned into dull, flat colours.

In the upcoming months and possibly within the next year, you are going to be seeing metallic colours incorporated into interiors. You may be thinking, “Yuck, why would anybody want metallic colours in their home?” Metallic colours are certainly something you cannot splurge within interiors because it could make your home feel cold. If used properly, metallic colours can certainly add some excitement to your home.

Lately I have been seeing a trend of companies supplying kitchen and bathroom backsplashes with metallic colours incorporated into the palette. Bronze and silver have been the most common colours to use in these areas.

Another area where you may see more changes to metallic colours is chair legs or ottoman legs. These areas are just quick and easy ways to bring a home up-to-date with the latest trends.

As students, we do not have the option of choosing a backsplash for our residence rooms or rental homes, but this doesn't mean we cannot embrace this trend. An exciting way to incorporate metallic colours into your space is through accent pieces. Pottery finished with metallic colours is an interesting and eye catching way to have a trendy space. Another great way to add metallic colours into your space is through picture frames. Picture frames are usually inexpensive and a quick and easy swap! Remember to only add subtle hints of metallic colours into your space to keep trendy — don't go overboard.

Remember, what goes out of style will come back in style, but improved and with a fresh twist. Don't be afraid of adding bold and exciting metallic colours into your space; with subtle hints, your space will be trendy and fabulous for the rest of 2013 and possibly 2014!