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Pantone’s colour of the year for 2026 could be its most divisive yet
Next year’s colour is...
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Pantone has named Cloud Dancer, an ethereal white, its 2026 Color of the Year. This choice symbolises serenity and a fresh start, offering a calming influence in a hectic world.
While designers praise white's versatility for making spaces feel larger and calmer, choosing the right shade is key to avoiding a sterile look.
To add depth and avoid a clinical feel in your home or wardrobe, incorporate varied textures like wool, silk, and faux fur.
Controversial? Pantone had not chosen a brown for over a decade, before selecting Mocha Mousse for 2025.
White is alright for soft furnishings (unless you have pets or children, eat food or have sweaty hands).
Ask the expert: How do I choose a white paint?
Soft pastels are a match for the kind of slightly off-white Pantone are offering for next year.
What's in a colour, after all?
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