Seeing Pink and Green Everywhere, Lately? We're Here to Prove the Pairing is Here to Stay, Beyond the Stage and Screen

The iconic color combo has never been more top of mind. Shop the enchanting color story you’re seeing everywhere, plus a few styling tips on how to make it your own

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(Image credit: Image credit: Francois Coquerel; Design: Hauvette Madani)

"Pink goes good with green, don’t you think?" is a line that's lived rent-free in my mind since I first watched Wicked on stage. I couldn’t agree more, and it’s not just because the musical’s highly anticipated film adaptation is nearly here. Elphaba’s green to Glinda’s pink: an unlikely friendship, and an even more unlikely — yet beautiful — color pairing.

This combo, which — if you’ve ever visited the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel — is nothing new, has been affectionately rebranded to “Wickedcore” (unsurprising since every breakout style is also a “core” these days). But this color trend has legs, even without the vocal prowess of Ariana and Cynthia to back it up. “With Wicked’s release around the corner, the green-and-pink palette couldn’t feel more current,” says Cameron Forbes, founder of Forbes Functions, and an expert in show-stopping color combos. “Like the movie, this trend is enchanting and full of personality,” she adds, “Green lends a sense of calm, while pink injects vibrancy.”

"They’re a 'high-energy duo,'” Cameron goes on to explain, “so soft neutrals like gray or cream are key to keeping the look elegant" — a neutral sofa or pale wood table, for example, works as an anchor. But she believes the whimsical combo also begs for a bit of creative chaos — think floral and geometric patterns, brass metallics, and rich textures like velvet, suede, or faux fur.

Pink and green may be getting extra attention thanks to Wicked, but unlike some fleeting interior trends (RIP Barbiecore and Brat Green), this is a color story you can actually live with. Shop the perennial pink and green decors inspiring me to embrace a little magic, right now.

Julia Demer
Style Editor

Formerly covering fashion at L’Officiel USA, style maven Julia Demer brings her love of design to Livingetc’s world of interiors. As the title’s New York-based Style Editor, Julia's work reflects a sharp eye for detail and an innate passion for aesthetics. Her journey began with a strong foundation in design, honing her craft at renowned establishments like The Row and even establishing her own eponymous fashion brand. Julia’s design background is evident in the way she thoughtfully curates shopping edits, always maintaining a focus on emerging trends while preserving timeless sensibilities. For Julia, fashion and interiors go hand in hand, reflecting her lifelong commitment to perfecting the art of style.