I Had To Look Twice at Eva Mendes's Alluring Front Door Colo – I Thought It Was Black, but It's Actually Much Chicer
A black front door is a classic, but the actor's choice is much more unexpected and chic – it's my new favorite entry shade
Upon first glance, I thought Eva Mendes's front door was black. As I examined it further, however, I realized I was mistaken. It's actually midnight blue.
The actor's beautiful midnight blue front door color is painted on a stunning paneled door with a silver knob in the center. It is framed by white panelling with windows, filling the entryway with light. These stunningly designed elements are the perfect complement to their brick walls. The white entryway behind shows that the door creates an alluring contrast.
I've always loved a black front door; it's a classic, welcoming, and gives the entrance to the home a sophisticated feel. Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling's home shows that a deep blue has all of these benefits, plus added reflectiveness and a subtle pop of color. After seeing her home, I'm a total convert. Farrow & Ball's 'Black Blue' is a great lookalike.
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Recreate Eva's Look with Blue Front Door Decor
Whether or not you plan to repaint your front door, you can harness some of the magic of Eva's look with a stylish front door design. A pretty wreath
As the Christmas wreath comes down, replace it with this beautiful eucalyptus and olive berry design with its subtle midnight blue accents. It would be the perfect pairing with a navy door.
With its intricate metal cutouts and ornate glass panels, this lantern casts a stunning sky-blue flicker that transforms any front porch, patio or garden path. Whether setting the mood for outdoor gatherings or adding a soft, elegant glow to your tabletop, it brings instant charm to any kind of outdoor setting.
Designed with subtle brushed detailing, this planter beautifully frames and enhances your plants’ foliage. Its versatile shape suits both small and large varieties, offering generous room for healthy root development. I love that it's lightweight, low-maintenance, and stylish, perfect for a porch.
Furthermore, Eva Mendes's front door color is completely timeless. Victoria Yardley, color expert and founder of Victory Colours, states: 'Classic navy is always a winner – it’s elegant, works with any style, and never looks dated.'
Furthermore, the start of the year is the perfect time to institute Eva's expensive-looking front door color on your home. Victoria advises: 'Your front door is part of the home’s curb appeal, and it’s amazing how a simple lick of paint can transform the look and feel of your home’s entrance. Front doors are all about making a statement, and if yours has seen better days, now is the time to revamp.'
When it comes to painting a front door, there are hundreds of options beyond the classic black and white. Subtle colors like Eva's Midnight blue are a great place to start.
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Sophie is a writer and News Editor on the Celebrity Style team at Homes & Gardens. She is fascinated by the intersection of design and popular culture and is particularly passionate about researching trends and interior history. She is an avid pop culture fan and has interviewed Martha Stewart and Hillary Duff.
In her free time, Sophie freelances on design news for Westport Magazine and Livingetc. She also has a newsletter, My Friend's Art, in which she covers music, culture, and fine art through a personal lens. Her fiction has appeared in Love & Squalor and The Isis Magazine.
Before joining Future, Sophie worked in editorial at Fig Linens and Home, a boutique luxury linens brand. She has an MSc from Oxford University and a BA in Creative Writing and Sociology from Sarah Lawrence College.