Amy Jones, Ensemble Contributor
Like a new shade of lipstick (albeit a bit more work to apply), a new coat of paint can do wonders for the interior of your home, providing an instant update, increased visual appeal and a big mood boost. If it’s time for a change, here are 2024’s top color trends to consider.
Go Green
Related to the sustainability trend, shades of green are becoming increasingly popular from the use of deep greens as comforting new neutrals to light mint as an alternative to whites. Three to try: Dutch Boy’s Ironside, Graham & Brown's Viridis and Benjamin Moore’s emerald-y Buffet Green.
Grownup Pinks
Don’t think Barbie, think sophisticated shades of pink used in non-traditional ways. It's more interesting in soft-to-medium pinks with brown undertones. Three to try: Sherwin-Williams’ mauve Cocoa Berry, Benjamin Moore’s sedately cheerful Teacup Rose, and Little Greene’s almost-neutral Masquerade.
Provocative Purples
Purple is less intimidating and far more versatile than it seems, and softer shades are rising in popularity as a vibrant complementary companion to pinks, greens, and blues. Try Benjamin Moore’s Hazy Lilac or go a bit bolder with Sherwin-Williams' Merlot.
Sunny Side Up
Veranda magazine’s trend forecasters predicted radiant yellows and oranges would be the "it" colors of 2024, and brands like Benjamin Moore are on it with shades such as Topaz and Honeybee.
Or, Choose Blues
While general 2024 color trends lean towards deeper, warmer colors that invite the eye and soul to pause and stay awhile, there is an on-trend option for lovers of the calm and cool: Blue is a timeless but welcome departure from chillier greys and beiges. It’s both energizing and tranquil and a great complement to many of the trending purples. Three to try: Sherwin Williams’ Upward SW 6239, Benjamin Moore’s Blue Nova, and C2’s Thermal 752.
Not ready for a rainbow?
Tone-on-tone color palettes that play with shades from one family are a quick way to elevate a room, even if you’re working in a softer or more neutral spectrum. Or confine your daring to a small space like a nook or powder room, adding a dash of personality with a bright solid hue or even some wild wallpaper that livens up your existing neutral walls.
