Color Trends for Winter

A new year. A new decade. And with that come predictions from the world of home fashion and decor that will inspire and enlighten you.

The Pantone Color Institute has named "luminous" turquoise Color of the Year. "With both warm and cool undertones, turquoise pairs nicely with any other color in the spectrum. Turquoise adds a splash of excitement to neutrals and browns, compliments reds and pinks, creates a classic maritime look with deep blues, livens up all other greens, and is especially trend-setting with yellow-greens." We have to concur. Make a resolution to find ways to incorporate this hue of water and sky into your personal space in the New Year.

Trend setting color groups we love developed by Behr Paints include:

"Farm House Craft" Clay Pebble, Fern Mocha, Wine Barrel - hues that conjure up lush fields, spring grasses, weathered drift wood, turned earth.

"Dark Glamour" A palette of Smudged Black Suede, Peacock, Wineberry, Dark Granite, Deep Garnet. Elegance inspired by Art Deco and cityscapes and softened by velvety textures.

"Artisan Voyage" Exotic influences from faraway places. Vivid shades of Teal, Bronze, Glowing Firelight truly inspire.

"Soft Structure" The playful approach to design. Circles and energetic graphics, shaggy and shiny textures are set off by Bright Yellow, Royal Peacock Blue and Porpoise Gray.

With these rich variations of hues to guide you, you'll find ample ways to make your personal spaces speak to the decade ahead.