As the saying goes, it’s all in the details. If you're ready to step up your interior design a notch, look no further than the powder room, one of the smallest spaces in your home. From your faucet and towel racks to your lighting fixtures, how you choose to style this frequently used room will really stand out given its small size.

For an immediate impact in your powder room, choose a paint that’s on-point with the latest design trends. Here are some suggestions from home-decorating maven Martha Stewart:

Calming blues. Pale shades of blue create an immediate sense of serenity in a powder room. Whether you opt for a baby blue or a cooler gray-toned blue, any hue in this family will create a tranquil vibe in this small space.

Earth tones. Powder rooms present a chance to experiment with darker colors you wouldn’t ordinarily use in larger areas of your home. Deep earth tones like dark brown or charcoal gray add a dramatic touch, but are also neutral enough to be extremely versatile and blend with other decor in your powder room.

Moody shades. Here’s your chance to be a little daring by choosing a dark, rich color for your powder room, such as deep green or smokey blue. The pop of color is a great surprise in this small space and can be balanced nicely with light trim, flooring and linens.

Jewel tones. You can also choose to go vibrant in your powder room with a bold jewel tone like emerald green, plum or garnet. According to designers, jewel tones add sophistication to this small space while also creating the illusion of expansiveness.

Pretty pinks. While it might be considered too feminine for larger areas of your home, the powder room is a perfect spot for a pale pink. According to experts, pale pink also provides a flattering cast for this small space.

Non-white neutrals. For a clean, modern look, go with a non-white neutral shade of paint, such as a pale gray or beige. This choice will allow you to play with pops of color in decor or create a cool monotone look with neutrals throughout.

Source: marthastewart.com