#1: Benjamin Moore Aegean Teal
The first color of 2021 is Benjamin Moore’s Aegean Teal. A blend of blue-green and gray creates an intriguing mid-tone with natural harmony.
This shade really comes to life when paired with cream, light earth tones, and warm metals. You can also pair this shade with complimentary shades of blues and greens, for a more adventurous but still relaxing look. Just make sure you choose colors with the same tone, so no one color dominates the others.
#2: Sherwin Williams Urbane Bronze
Up next we have Sherwin William’s choice for 2021 Color of the Year, Urbane Bronze. This bold color is a dark gray with a deep brown and bronze undertone. Urbane Bronze is equally sophisticated and tranquil.
For a modern and earthy look, pair this color with natural wood tones, mixed metals, soft gray and beige, bone whites and even mossy green. Urbane Bronze is also great as an exterior door color.
#3: Pantone Ultimate Gray & Illuminating
Pantone made two choices for their 2021 Color of the Year: Ultimate Gray and Illuminating. Pantone describes these colors as practical and rock solid but at the same time warming and optimistic, the union of the two is one of strength and positivity.
Illuminating is a perfect accent color. For a bold look, try pairing it with black and white or even shades of blue. Ultimate Gray also works well with shades of blue, and can be paired with both warm or cool toned neutrals.
BONUS: Warm Neutrals
We love warm neutrals for 2021. These shades are versatile and can be used in any room in the house. They work well with almost any color, especially the bolder choices for this year. Using warm neutrals in your home will ground and balance your design.
Right now we all want our homes to provide comfort and peace. All of the colors chosen for this year look to satisfy those desires and create an oasis and escape within our homes.
What do you think of the 2021 color choices? Do you love them or not feeling it? Will you use them in your next design project? We’d love to hear your thoughts!
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