Behr’ s Color of the Year: Rumors
Sherwin-Williams Color Capsule of the Year:
Grounded |
Sunbleached |
Chartreuse |
Rain Cloud |
Clove |
Malabar |
Bosc Pear |
White Snow |
Mauve Finery |
Benjamin Moore’ s Color of the Year: Cinnamon Slate
color choices( think those bright reds and deep coffee browns if you need a refresher), only for them to be even more accentuated and embellished by white casing and trimmings. But trends come and go, and that one now seems to have overstayed its welcome.
As an interior designer, my top priority on any project is always the same— creating a look that balances today’ s freshness and relevance with timeless elements and techniques. I want to ensure that my clients not only love their home during the honeymoon phase after its transformation but also with long-game, mainstay intentions in mind. And this is why I’ m loving this color drenching trend of 2025, because I predict it’ s here to stay for years to come.
You can decide for yourself how far you want to take color drenching. In most cases, the technique avoids the traditional white ceilings and trims that can make a room feel smaller than it is due to the framing-in effect of the harsh white lines and contrasting colors. Color drenching, on the other hand, opens up the room with a more endless, free-flowing feel.
When it comes to choosing the right hue for a color-drenched room, keep in mind that darker, bolder colors convey a moodier, more regal, and romantic feel, while light colors create an airy, open, more peaceful vibe. There are no rules, though, so take some baby steps toward
As you embark on your monochromatic paint journey, consider these trendy hues from three of the top paint producers.
Benjamin Moore’ s Color of the Year is Cinnamon Slate( 2113- 40), described as“ a delicate mix of heathered plum and velvety brown.”
Behr’ s 2025 Color of the Year is Rumors( MQ1-15), touted as a“ luxurious ruby red adding warmth and rich allure.”
Sherwin-Williams’ Color Capsule of the Year consists of the following nine colors: Grounded( SW 6089), Sunbleached( SW 9585), Chartreuse( SW 0073), Bosc Pear( SW 6390), White Snow( SW 9541), Rain Cloud( SW 9639), Clove( SW 9605), Malabar( SW 9110), and Mauve Finery( SW 6282). Says Sue Wadden, the company’ s director of color marketing:“ We wanted a modern, fresh take on color, with a balanced and usable assortment of shades.”
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