Make the Hot Matte Black Trend Work in Your Home

This bright, almost all-white space is given a modern touch with the addition of two pairs of black Windsor-style chairs. Matte black is both modern and traditional, classic and contemporary. Adding it to a transitional space like this pulls the whole room together into one sharp look.

If you're updating your kitchen countertops, you might want to consider a matte black. When you've got as much square footage as this island, avoiding shine can be a big bonus. But even in a small space, black pairs beautifully with natural wood or white cabinets for a look that's perfectly polished.

The nature of trends is that they're here one year and potentially gone the next. To try out the trend without making a huge and permanent invest in your home, give matte black flatware a go. Your table will look more modern with just this simple swap.

Call up a mental image of the worst-of-the-worst black bathroom trends of the '70s and '80s. Glitzy, cheesy and shiny, right? Today's designers have learned their lesson and ditched the overly glossy look for a serene and sophisticated pairing of matte black tile with brass fixtures and lots of white.