Each fall, the design world turns its attention to the year ahead: What colors and trends will shape the next 12 months? Leading paint manufacturers offer their predictions through annual Color of the Year selections, drawing on evolving aesthetics, cultural influences, and shifting attitudes toward the spaces we inhabit.
But these selections do more than anticipate what’s next. Over time, Colors of the Year have become influential trendsetters in their own right, inspiring everything from interiors and architecture to furniture, fashion, and product design. And while each brand brings its own perspective to the process, their collective choices often reveal broader shifts in how we think about color.
For 2027, greens, earthy browns, and muted blues feature prominently, reflecting a continued interest in nature, comfort, and spaces that feel personal and lived-in. As this year’s selections are unveiled, we’re taking a closer look at the shades making their mark, the thinking behind each choice, and what they might tell us about the year to come.
Photography courtesy of Valspar
Cottage Door by Valspar
Drawing on the raw, natural beauty of materials, Cottage Door by Valspar brings a sense of familiarity to the home. This muted blue reflects the growing shift toward intentional living, highlighting design choices as a form of self-reflection. Not defined by seasons or fleeting trends, Cottage Door seamlessly adapts to the natural world’s changing color palettes. Its understated character embraces the beauty of imperfection, celebrating the memories and lived-in details that personalize a space.
Read more about Cottage Door here.
Photography courtesy of Behr
Grounded by Behr
Behr’s 2027 Color of the Year, Grounded, invites the outdoors in. Merging mossy olive hues with brown undertones, the shade evokes a sense of stability. Grounded blurs the line between interiors and the natural world, transforming living spaces into natural sanctuaries.
Read more about Grounded here.
Photography courtesy of Sherwin-Williams
Celery by Sherwin-Williams
Celery by Sherwin-Williams introduces a fresh perspective to interiors, creating an organic, balanced environment within a soace. Its airy, pastel hue combines tranquility and vitality, emphasizing the relationship between interior design and well-being. Whether used as a quiet background or prominent accent, Celery brings a restorative quality to interiors, striking a balance between organic neutrals and contemporary color palettes.
Read more about Celery here.
Photography courtesy of Benjamin Moore
Webster Green by Benjamin Moore
Stepping beyond momentary trends, Benjamin Moore’s Webster Green carries the sophistication of classic design. Balancing tradition with contemporary appeal, this elegant green reflects the present while looking toward the future, bringing character to any room.
Read more about Webster Green here.
Photography courtesy of Glidden
Artifact by Glidden
Artifact, Glidden’s choice for 2027 Color of the Year, offers a fresh perspective on interiors through a calm, muted aqua hue, refreshing the home without the need for a complete renovation. A versatile backdrop for personal expression, Artifact reimagines the minimalist white trend, preserving the simplicity while introducing a delicate wash of color.
Photography courtesy of Little Greene
Marle by Little Greene
Paint and wallpaper brand Little Greene selected Marle as its 2027 Color of the Year. Mirroring the return of understated browns in both fashion and interior design, this earthy hue is designed to foster comfort and soften the surrounding space. Describing the shade as “sumptuous and impactful, yet relaxed and grounded,” Little Greene’s Creative Director Ruth Mottershead highlights the balance between richness and restraint that defines the color.
Photography courtesy of California Paints
Quiet Peace by California Paints
Quiet Peace by California Paints encourages us to slow down and take in our surroundings. This deep, moody blue creates a sense of calm while leaving room for self-expression through design. Rather than simply decorating a room, Quiet Peace helps create a thoughtful relationship between space, color, and the people who inhabit it, offering a welcome refuge from the chaos of the outside world.
Photography courtesy of Dunn-Edwards
French Press Coffee by Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards announced French Press Coffee as its 2027 Color of the Year, predicting the rise of desaturated, atmospheric hues in the coming year. This silky, rich brown evokes luxury and history, cultivating intimacy through warmth and understated sophistication.
Photography courtesy of Dutch Boy Paints
Deep Rooted by Dutch Boy Paints
As the name suggests, Dutch Boy Paints’ Color of the Year, Deep Rooted, aims to create a grounded, authentic, and dependable environment within a space. With its earthy terracotta hue and warm undertones, Deep Rooted encourages personalized, lived-in environments.
Photography courtesy of Ace Hardware
Vantage Point by Clark+Kensington
Ace Hardware’s paint brand Clark+Kensington chose Vantage Point, a radiant blue shade that brings a crisp, refreshing perspective to interiors and adds uplifting energy to everyday spaces.
Photography courtesy of Graham & Brown
Rose Earth by Graham & Brown
Inspired by the natural minerals and pigments found in Italian clay deposits, Graham & Brown’s Rose Earth connects modern spaces with historical painting practices. This subtle pink, enriched by a warm terracotta undertone, brings centuries-old influences into contemporary interiors.
Photography courtesy of C2
Pueblo by C2
C2’s 2027 Color of the Year, Pueblo, looks beyond simply finding a retreat and explores what it means to feel truly alive within a space. With its earthy pink and mauve tones, Pueblo encourages physical interaction with our surroundings, transforming interiors into spaces where people actively engage with their environment rather than simply retreat from it.
