In their annual forecast, Dulux draws on their year-long research to define colours that key into the global and local mood. For 2026, three palettes — Ethereal, Elemental and Evoke — respond to the continuing uncertainty and digital fatigue. Front and centre of the forecast are warm, earth-based neutrals, rich burnt oranges, caramels, and greens such as sage and moss but also, more surprisingly, spearmint.
As Dulux colour and design specialist Davina Harper says: “There’s a strong shift towards emotional reconnection — with ourselves, with others, and with nature. This translates into a need for warm, calming interiors that encourage reflection and joy.”
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Words Claire McCall
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