A trio of Midi lockers in an ombre pattern from white to Ocean to Navy are styled behind a round wooden dining table. There is a vase of luscious, full blue flowers and a selection of blue-toned artworks.

Blue mood: styling Ocean + Navy

August 08, 2023

Picasso's blue period may have been over a hundred years ago, but at Mustard we're always happy to dive into our blue era. Our two blue tones, Ocean and Navy, are classic yet modern — and each has its own personality.

Navy, our deep, rich dark blue, is a Mustard original. Part of our very first release of colours, Navy was always going to be a part of the family. Bold and vivid, yet not too bright, she strikes the perfect balance between Royal blue and Navy.

When it was time to create Ocean, we had a challenge on our hands! We wanted a soft, pastel blue, but not an overly-sweet baby blue. It had to be a colour that was gentle enough to suit a nursery but grown-up enough to work in a living space, too. By giving her a subtle grey tone, we made Ocean a stormy light blue, and we love the result!

With their refreshing cool tones, Ocean and Navy are the perfect pairing. Here's how we work them into all kinds of spaces.

A trio of Skinny lockers in an ombre of White to Ocean to Navy sit behind a white wicker bassinet.

a dreamy nursery

Gentle, soothing, calming — just the kind of feelings you want to inspire in a nursery! Ocean and Navy are the perfect choice for a baby's room, and as an added bonus, these colours will grow up alongside your little one. We can't go past an ombre lineup of Skinnys for a look that's as fun as it is functional. After all, babies attract a whole lot of stuff, and you need somewhere stylish to stash it!

An Ocean Shorty acts as a bedside table beside a bed dressed in blue and white linens. There is a Navy Twinny next to the Shorty and the wall behind is painted in a matching shade of Navy.

a bedroom retreat

Grown-up bedrooms look beautiful in blue, too. Navy's rich, moody tone creates a relaxed, cosy vibe that's perfect for your sanctuary. Bonus points for matching your wall to your locker! And Ocean lightens the vibe while still keeping it serene. Whether you opt for The Twinny's generous storage solutions or pop a Shorty next to your bed, blue is a bedroom's best friend.

a classic dining room

Create a warm, stylish vibe in your dining space by layering tones of blue. The Midi is the ideal dining room companion, serving as everything from crockery storage to a bar cabinet. And its mid-height top makes the perfect spot to style up some candles, vases and other dining room accents. But any style of locker looks beautiful arranged in an ombre of blues, for a dining space that's classic yet modern and made for entertaining.

An Ocean lowdown is styled next to a Navy Skinny in a neutral-toned living room. There is a white boucle couch with an arrangement of blue and earthy-coloured cushions, and there is an abstract artwork in similar shades on the wall.

a cosy living room

For a living room that feels like a retreat, Ocean and Navy is a dreamy pairing. Place them against white walls for a serene injection of colour and add some earthy warmth with touches of ceramics and textural fibres like boucle to soften the space. The Lowdown makes for a lovely sideboard or TV cabinet, while all our lockers add some much-needed storage to your living space to help keep clutter at bay.

A Navy Shorty sits below a white desk with a brown leather office chair and a complementary artwork. There is an Ocean Midi styled next to the desk for office storage.

a stress-free workspace

It's hard to imagine feeling stressed in a workspace as beautifully styled as this! Blue makes for a tranquil setting, while lockers keep your desk cleared of paperwork and mess. We've added The Baskets in Ocean and Navy for extra storage. Pop them in, under or on top of your locker to keep your bits and bobs tidy.

Two single beds sit either side of a pair of blue Shortys side by side. One locker is Ocean and one is Navy. The beds are styled with patterned fabrics in blues and whites and there is a small black and white rug on the floor.

a playful kid's bedroom

As peaceful as our blue tones are, that doesn't mean they can't be fun! Ocean and Navy are a great addition to a kid's room, adding a pop of colour that can be restyled easily over the years as their tastes change. A two-toned pairing of Shortys makes for a bright and cheerful spot to store trinkets and treasures. Style with crisp white and patterned fabrics in shades of blue for a look that will stand the test of time.

Feeling blue? Who could blame you with these lovely shades at your fingertips!