Soothing times ahead – 2025 colour forecast

The new colour forecasts from Dulux are distilled into three distinct palettes – Still, Recollect and Emerge – demonstrating how colours with warm, brown undertones play an important role in evoking a sense of nurture and positivity.

In 2025, Dulux predicts that rich burgundies and wine hues will become more prominent throughout residential interior design, alongside an increased use of green – including olive, sage and vibrant yellow-green.

1. Still

A subdued palette filled with calming neutrals, demonstrating our need to appreciate things in the slow lane.

Driven by our need to appreciate things in the slow lane, Dulux Stillhas an instantly calming effect that can create a nourishing and comforting environment. 

Encouraging a deeper connection with nature, the palette is subdued – warm grey subtly emerges as an accent against yellow-based neutrals and greens, blending with greyed off and serene cool blues.

2. Recollect

A moody and luxurious collection of colours that embodies a connection to heritage and nostalgia.

As a response to seeking comfort and security Dulux Recollect is a moodier palette that evokes a sense of nostalgia, reflection and sophistication. 

Yellow-based greens and deep olive shades, including Dulux Zingiber and Dulux Olive Blend, are paired alongside rich wine shades ranging from grape to plum, such as Dulux Plum Sauce and Dulux Danseys Pass, which feature as key colours for both walls and accessories.

3. Emerge 

A jubilant palette featuring a spectrum of pastel shades that embraces self-acceptance and connection.

An uplifting palette of soft and mid-tone hues, Dulux Emergehas a feel-good energy and is filled with soft greens, mauves and a deep red to bring joy without overwhelming a space. 

Dulux Emerge embodies individuality, inclusivity, collaboration and empathy, reflecting an expressive and eclectic style that celebrates connection.

Overview

Distilled into three distinct palettes Still, Recollect and Emerge demonstrate how colours with warm, brown undertones play an important role in evoking a sense of nurture and positivity. 

In 2025, Dulux predicts that rich burgundies and wine hues will become more prominent throughout residential interior design, alongside an increased use of green including olive, sage and vibrant yellow-green.

Story by: Trendsideas