Millennial pink is amongst the colors that designers predict we will be leaving behind in 2021 according to an Interior Designer Trend Survey conducted by 1stDibs.
The luxury online marketplace 1stdibs, surveyed over 750 interior designers to reveal the color trends that will be dominating our homes in 2022, but also the colors we will be turning away from.
Least popular colors in 2022
1stDibs revealed that it was primary and secondary colors that are soon to be falling out of fashion. Millennial pink, tangerine, light yellow, violet, and bright red were all found to be the least popular colors for 2022. All of these hues received less than 5% of designer votes – while red earned just 1%.
The report also highlighted a declining interest in navy (down 43%), mustard yellow (down 27%), and light gray (down 25%). Yes, while gray has seen an uninterrupted reign over recent paint trends, its reign may conclude in 2022.
However, this shift is perhaps only expected in the interiors world, as Anthony Barzilay Freund, the editorial director at 1stDibs, explains. ‘The design industry is always changing – new trends emerge, old trends are reinterpreted, and our perception of beauty continually evolves,’ he says.
‘Additionally, the last two years have been unlike anything we’ve ever experienced, with our homes and corporate offices taking on new meaning.’
While navy may have lost its appeal amongst designers, another blue hue has emerged in its place: Cobalt. This top-ranking tone is expected to be the most popular blue for 2022 – and we anticipate it will reset interior design trends for months ahead.
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‘Navy has had a good, long run in the world of interior design, pleasing to people for its evocation of nature (water and sky) and the way it seems to bring a bit of the outdoors inside. But the eye needs to travel to new palettes,’ says 1stDibs’ Editorial Director, Tony Freund.
‘Cobalt blue has the appeal of Navy (the colors of nature are still very popular according to our poll) but with a surprising kick,’ he adds.
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With its ‘vivid, joyful and fresh’ aura, Cobalt blue will liven your scheme – whether it is interpreted through small accessories (such as blue-and-white Chinese porcelain) or a statement wall. We expect this color will dominate our color habits for many seasons to come.
In close similarity to Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams also chose a dusty green hue—Evergreen Fog—as their 2022 color of the year selection, viewing the shade as the ushering in of a new guard of nostalgic mid-tones.
Beige is a popular color at the moment, as homeowners ditch the cold and often stark tones of grey for something that brings more warmth and life to a room.
Glidden wants to help your home get its next glow up with Limitless, their 2024 Color of the Year described as “anything but yellow.” The honey, beige (and-not-too-warm) shade is a very happy medium for folks who want a neutral that'll work in any space, but still want to experiment with color.
Gray: Gray has become a popular neutral recently, and for a good reason. It's a sophisticated color that can work with various decor styles. Whether you choose a light or dark gray, it's a timeless color that will never go out of style.
Wallpaper company Graham and Brown announced their color of the year for 2024 to be Veridis – a soft rich shade of green and Elle Decor shows Sage Green as one of their trend picks. And 1st Dibs annual designer survey shows that sage greens are ascendent.
Shades of blue proved popular in homes for the past few years, and the plucked-from-nature hue shows no signs of slowing down. Valspar's pick for 2024 color of the year is Renew Blue (8003-37D), a calming, meditative shade of soft sky blue.
According to their research, the shade that will come to define 2024 is “Peach Fuzz” — a light, fruity tone that conjures peace and serenity. “We're going through a lot of turmoil in our lives, and we have a need for a color that's nurturing,” Pantone color specialist Leatrice Eisman told CNN over video call.
Beige room ideas are the new gray in interior design, and it isn't too difficult to see why. The beauty of a neutral scheme is that it provides a wonderful scaffold upon which to hang accents of color, adds Deborah Bass, founder of Base Interior.
Some may argue that beige is outdated but it's quite the opposite. This versatile color works in almost all contexts and styles, making it classic and timeless.
Beige has emerged as the new go-to color in interior design, replacing gray. The appeal of neutral schemes lies in their ability to serve as a foundation for vibrant pops of color. A neutral wall or textured plaster or wallpaper finish can create an ideal backdrop for showcasing books and artwork .
The paint trends that will date your space most right now are actually some of the most classic, and that includes painting your trim white as a contrast to the wall color. 'White trim with colorful walls feels very outdated and hard on the eye,' says New York-based interior designer Justin Charette.
It's the go-between light and dark, making it the perfect match for other neutral shades such as beige, cream or taupe. And it works especially well in the bedroom to create a soft palette that still scores high on style.
Paint trends come and go and it's fair to say that grey isn't the current colour du jour, but grey upholstery and soft furnishings are safe investments as they're easier to create layers with and they tend to look good with other colours – even contrasting tones.
There were hints of teal on the spring 2024 runways before it became the defining color of the pre-fall 2024 collections, as confirmed by influential labels like Valentino, Carolina Herrera, Ulla Johnson, and Chanel.
While white will never be completely out of style, we are seeing a resurgence of more earthy tones. The return of the seventies has been influencing interior trends for 2024; with a palette of warm taupes, tan browns, and caramel tones seeing a sharp renewal.
According to experts, trendy colors include warm neutral tones like soft beige, cream, and peach. Bold and vibrant colors like bright orange, lively green, and vibrant blue will also play a significant role in the fashion year 2024. These colors are intended to bring freshness and vitality to the collections.
Inspired by exploration, Benjamin Moore named Blue Nova (825) as its Color of the Year for 2024. The cosmic, blue-violet blend encourages adventure, beckoning everyone to indulge in new experiences.
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