How Pink Became the Most Popular Color For Bathroom Design

Did you know there's a long and fascinating history behind pink bathrooms? In the 1950s, after World War II, pink was an intentional departure from the wartime modesty and solemnity of grayscale color schemes. It can also be traced back to First Lady Mamie Eisenhower, who popularized the color when she used it throughout the executive residence of the White House after moving in in 1953 (in fact, it even earned the nickname "The Pink Palace"). Today, it may not seem like the most obvious choice of color to use in a bathroom—but more and more designers have been incorporating pink, if not going full-on monochrome with it. Indeed, pink offers tons of variety; if you choose a dusty rose hue, it can set a sexy and mysterious mood while a pastel tone exudes sweetness and a coral instantly energizes a space. If you aren't yet convinced of the power of pink, the examples of pink bathrooms ahead will introduce you to its range, from modern to playful and traditional or even laidback and country-inspired. Keep reading to get the scoop on the pink bathroom trend and jot down your favorite ways to use it, from a floor-to-ceiling bubblegum tile situation or keeping it understated with a pastel marble vanity or splash of blush linens.