It's Not Going Anywhere: Why Black & White Has Such Staying Power

(Image credit: Jason Arnold Interiors) Is there a more classic décor combination than black and white? The initial appeal is obvious: it's easy and seemingly effortless. Take away all the tangerines, turquoises, and telemagentas (it's a thing -- I promise), and what you are left with is simple: black and white. Those two straightforward colors in unison simultaneously act as a restrained neutral and a serious statement-maker. What is it about this achromatic couple that has such staying power?