15 Color Trends That Will Take Over New York in Spring 🌷 Summer ☀️ 2021
And ways you can bring them to your home! 💡
It’s February. We’ve officially made it through 2020 & 2021 is already feeling a little more optimistic!
So let’s keep looking ahead, and see what color trends we can expect to see this Spring/Summer. The following colors were forecasted by Pantone in a NYFW Color Trend Report for Spring/Summer 2021. It features top 10 standout colors, as well as current takes on the 5 core classics we can expect to see in New York. Sure, these colors were presented for Fashion Week, but! in my opinion, fashion informs interiors and vice-versa.
And since we’re spending way more time at home, I’ve curated a group of stylish furniture & decor to help you bring Pantone’s NYFW Spring/Summer 2021 Colors to your home 🛋️. Items marked with ** are Black owned brands 😃✊.
The Top 10 Standout Colors:
Pantone includes uplifting and grounding colors, found in nature - such as greens, blues, oranges, pinks and yellows.
💡 KEEKS tip: These brighter colors are perfect for accent furniture, and small decor that you may be more likely to switch out a few times per year.
Marigold
Marigold is a comforting golden orange infused yellow that lends a warming presence ⭐. Great for use in accent furniture and decor, such as an accent chair, area rug, or throw pillow.
Shop Marigold:
2. Cerulean
Cerulean is the color of the sky on a serene, crystal clear day ☁️. As this is a softer color, it’s great for multiple pieces large or small - such as a sofa, area rug or bedding.
Shop Cerulean:
3. Rust
Rust is an earth inspired brown emblematic of Autumn leaves 🍂, uncharacteristic of a spring palette. A rich warm color which looks great in curved armchairs, loveseats or candleholders.
Shop Rust:
4. Illuminating (Color of the Year #1!)
Illuminating is a friendly, joyful, and optimistic yellow offering the promise of a sunny day ☀️. Such a vibrant color may be best for smaller accent furniture and decor, to add a pop of color in a room. Such as a throw pillow, armchair, or even wallpaper.
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5. French Blue
French Blue is a stirring blue hue that awakens a vision of Paris in the springtime 💙. This classic blue looks great in accent pieces like side tables, flatware, and throw pillows.
Shop French Blue:
6. Green Ash
Green Ash is a mentholated green that cools and soothes 🍐. This pale hue is suitable for accent lighting, benches and ottomans.
Shop Green Ash:
7. Burnt Coral
Inviting Burnt Coral expresses conviviality 🦀. This energetic color can work well in side chairs, ottomans or drinkware.
Shop Burnt Coral:
8. Mint
Tasty Mint refreshes and restores 🌿. This classic green shade looks fresh as wall decor, wallpaper or accent seating.
Shop Mint:
9. Amethyst Orchid
The floral shaded amethyst orchid introduces a unique touch ☂️. Add a soft touch of femininity with amethyst throw pillows, glassware or ottomans.
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10. Raspberry Sorbet
Vivifying Raspberry Sorbet tantalizes 🦩. Create a fun space with a pop of pink throw pillows, blankets or ornate wallpaper.
The 5 Core Classics:
These core hues have versatility that transcend the seasons and allow for more freedom of choice.
💡KEEKS tip: These core neutral colors are are easy to match, making them versatile for large furniture, rugs, wall colors and the more permanent features in a room.
11. Inkwell
Inkwell is a deep and intense blackened blue ⚫. Create depth with a classic lounge chair, soft rug or regal bed.
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12. Ultimate Gray (Color of the Year #2!)
Ultimate Gray is a quietly assuring and reliable gray, encouraging composure 🦏. A hue that goes with every color, gray works well in dining seating, paint colors and rugs.
Shop Ultimate Gray:
13. Buttercream
Smooth Buttercream is an easy and effortlessly delicious off-white 🍦. Off white is generally best for lightly used pieces such as accent furniture, wall art or decorative accessories.
Shop Buttercream:
14. Desert Mist
Desert Mist invokes images of shifting powdery sands ⛱. This versatile shade works in every room, from living room seating to kitchen linens.
Shop Desert Mist:
15. Willow
Willow is a canopy of green that reveals and conceals 🌳. Soft velvet makes this shade luxurious. Use in ottomans, sofas or paint colors.
Shop Willow:
Don’t you just love trends that you can look to for inspiration? But remember, in design (& anything creative) there are no rules. It’s all about filling your space with anything you find beautiful, and surrounding yourself with things you love!
Which color trend is your favorite? Let me know below 😉!