A Sage Lowdown sits next to an Olive Skinny locker. They are accessorized with leafy green plants, some green books and an artwork in shades of green.

How to Style: Sage

July 27, 2023

A soft, earthy green that transcends trends, Sage is one of the most popular colors we've ever made. If you see her in person, you'll know why!

When Mustard set out to create the perfect Sage green, we wanted something that would pair as nicely with pastels in a playroom as it would with earthier tones in a living space and even pops of bright colors. Quite the tall order! Luckily, we managed to tick all those boxes with a color that we think is just right.

"Sage is a timeless, calming shade that looks good anywhere!" — Becca

Thanks to the hint of grey in the undertone, Sage is a soft pastel that doesn't come across as too minty. Instead, she creates a beautiful green ombre when nestled between White and Olive, gives a muted splash of color in a neutral space, and is bright enough to hold her own next to Mustard, Berry or Navy. If you want to create a relaxed, soothing vibe, Sage might be your answer! Here are three of our favorite ways to style this color chameleon.

A collage of Sage and Olive green lockers styled with lush trailing foliage and green glassware.

green therapy

You know what they say, greens are good for you! Bring the colors of nature inside with green-on-green goodness. Pairing Sage with Olive creates a soothing, lush palette that looks extra rich when styled with fresh green foliage. Adding some vivid white to this combination brightens it right up, while an Olive wall or accessories lends a moody touch of drama.

A collage of images featuring pastel lockers in soft shades of pink, green, blue and lilac.

pretty pastels

Style Sage with Blush, Ocean and Lilac for a quad of pretty pastels that looks sweet in a nursery and chic in grown-up spaces. Soft and dreamy, these shades add a wash of subtle color that won't overpower small rooms. Keep the palette cool by pairing Ocean and Sage (whoever said blue and green should never be seen was clearly mistaken!) Blush with Sage creates a cozy, warm vibe, while Lilac and Sage give a fun, modern take on pastel. Mix and match to your heart's content — there are no wrong answers here!

The Lowdown in Sage + Skinny in Blush image credit: @tribeandus and @craigowilliams

A collage of images featuring Sage green lockers paired with white walls and accents in rust, brown and brass.

earth to Sage

With its earthy tone, it's no surprise that Sage is the perfect partner for shades of brown, rust and naturals. Mimicking the color combos seen in nature, styling Sage with earthy colors creates a laid-back aesthetic perfect for homes that embrace indoor-outdoor living. We love mixing Sage with natural fibers and textures such as timber, ceramic, linen and rattan, while touches of brushed brass elevate the look.

styled by you

There's no shortage of inspiration out there in the real world! We love seeing how the Mustard community style Sage in so many different ways. From the perfect standalone wardrobe to the most stylish way to store toys, Sage is right at home in your homes. Here are some of our favorite photos from the 'gram shared by locker lovers worldwide.

Got a thing for Sage? We've made a mood board featuring some of our favorite Sage goodies.