You’ve probably heard of dopamine dressing, the fashion trend of wearing bright, joyful colours to boost your mood. But why stop at your wardrobe? Your home can benefit from the same uplifting energy. Adding colour with blankets and throws is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to introduce feel-good shades into your space, bringing a little daily happiness without the need for a full redecorating project.
At The British Blanket Company, we make it simple to shop blankets by colour, so you can find the perfect colour blanket to match your mood, style, and personality. Whether you want to energise a room or create a calming retreat, the right blanket can make all the difference.
Blankets are a quick and simple way to add mood-boosting colour to your home
Above: Rainbow Stripe Blanket from The British Blanket Company
How Colour Affects Mood
Colour psychology explores how different shades influence emotions. While some colours lift and energise, others calm and soothe. By choosing your new blanket colour with intention, you can shape the atmosphere of your home in subtle but meaningful ways. No paintbrush or hammer required.
Here’s a closer look at the mood-boosting power of each colour group.
Warm red blankets create a cocooning environment that helps promote feelings of togetherness
Above: Totterdown Waffle Blanket in Air Balloon and Brunswick from The British Blanket Company
Red Blankets
Bold and passionate, red blankets add vibrancy and warmth to any space. Ideal for living rooms or social areas, they nurture conviviality and conversation, making them a fantastic choice if you want your home to feel cosy and welcoming.
Orange Blankets
Orange is often associated with creativity, fun, and playfulness. Use orange blankets to introduce a sense of warmth and spontaneity, working beautifully in family spaces or casual corners where you want to encourage relaxation and laughter.
Beautiful butter yellow is one of the key interior trends this summer, and it's easy to try it out in your home with a blanket
Above: Wildweave Blanket in Buttercup and Primrose from The British Blanket Company
Yellow Blankets
Bright, sunny, and uplifting, yellow blankets are perfect for boosting your mood and adding a cheerful note to any room. From pale lemon to on-trend butter yellow, blankets are especially effective in spaces that need a little extra light and optimism on gloomy days.
Green Blankets
Green represents nature, balance, and renewal. Introduce green blankets to bring a calming feeling to your home, ideal for bedrooms, studies, or anywhere you want to promote peace and focus. From olive green blankets to gentle sage green options, we have a beautiful range.
Above: Merino Herringbone Blanket in Blush Pink from The British Blanket Company
Pink Blankets
Pink is joyful, nurturing, and soft. Pretty pink blankets bring a playful yet comforting feel, making them a delightful accent for bedrooms and cosy corners where you want to invite warmth and feminine energy.
Purple Blankets
Purple carries a sense of richness, creativity, and elegance. Soft purple blankets introduce depth and personality, adding a distinctive touch to both contemporary and classic interiors.
It's easy to see why our Bath Stone herringbone blanket is one of our most popular colours, with its calming blend of beige and cream shades
Above: Clifton Herringbone Blanket in Bath Stone from The British Blanket Company
Neutral Blankets
From cream to beige, warm neutral blankets offer timeless, understated beauty. Neutral blankets are versatile and grounding, effortlessly blending into a range of interiors and offering a calm, comforting presence without overpowering the space.
Grey Blankets
Grey is sophisticated, balanced, and cool. Gentle grey blankets create a serene, elegant backdrop, making them perfect for layered, textured interiors that focus on subtlety and refinement.
For lovers of bold and bright colours, our multicoloured blankets are fantastic for boosting your mood and energising your living space
Above: Merino Check Blanket in Multicolour from The British Blanket Company
Multicolour Blankets
Can’t choose just one shade? Our multicolour blankets bring joy, vibrancy, and a playful spirit to your home. They’re the ideal way to experiment with colour in a bold but cohesive way, transforming any hum-drum sofa or bed into a statement piece.
Explore Our Shop by Colour Blanket Collection
Ready to experience the mood-lifting power of colour at home? Browse our full Shop Blankets by Colour selection and discover bright and beautiful wool blankets in every shade of the rainbow. Whether you’re drawn to bold reds, soothing greens, or joyful multicolour designs, you’ll find a blanket that brings both beauty and emotional uplift to your space.