Midtone blues had their moment in the spotlight in the past few years, but it's time for deeper and enchanting shades to shine. VERANDA chose Cosmic Cobalt, a brilliant ultramarine shade, as our 2025 Color of the Year for its captivating yet calming presence that makes a statement.
Brown has taken a sweeter turn from its dated appearance in 1970s interiors, and Mottershead predicts dessert-inspired hues, from chocolate and coffee to caramel and toffee, to reign in 2025.
2025 is all about making a statement in your interiors—and what better way to do that than with deep and bold shades that pack a punch? Expect to see rich hues of ebony and black olive used as accents within a room to ground a brighter and lighter palette.
The red thread theory is reaching new heights with both stunning rubies and nostalgic reds playing a significant role in 2025. Color forecasters have observed that consumers are gravitating towards historical colors that evoke nostalgia and familiarity for use in their homes.
In the coming year, color experts anticipate a surge in the popularity of earthy purples, such as aubergine, plum, and jam. These vibrant shades bring a sense of warmth and energy to interiors while still offering a connection to the natural world
As we shift further and further away from the cooler tones of the 2010s, toasty neutrals have started to play a necessary role in balancing bold accents and adding a layer of warmth to a room. Mottershead explains that we have seen that "reassuring and calming warm neutrals have replaced cool stark whites
Illustrious ambers will continue to see popularity in 2025, but expect to see more mustard and earthy-rich yellows popping up in both interiors and fashion as people reach for tones that deliver comfort and relief. Mottershead explains, "Rich warm colors based on umber and ochre deliver cocooning, restful and charming spaces."