Every Colour of The Year 2026 that we know so far

Let’s dive into every Colour of The Year for 2026 that we know so far! Several colours have yet to be announced such as those from Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams & most importantly Pantone (typically around November). While we wait, we have curated the colours that have already been chosen this year. Find out the decisions behind these colour trends & how we think you can use them in your artwork.

WGSN + Coloro – Transformative Teal HEX: 2f6364 | RGB: 47 99 100

WGSN typically predict their colours two years ahead, so Transformative Teal was picked back in 2024. They describe the colour as “A fluid fusion between dependable dark blue and aquatic green.”

WGSN predicted that in 2026 “old ideas will be challenged as people demand urgent changes to how we treat our societies, organise our industries, and cooperate with our environments.”

We think this colour would work well as part of botanical artworks, focused on bringing out the beauty of nature & how important it is.

Dulux – Mellow Flow HEX: 95a7b4 | RGB: 149 167 180 / Free Groove HEX: 014a7f | RGB: 1 74 127 / Slow Swing HEX: 2c3241 | RGB: 44 50 65

For 2026, Dulux have chosen three shades of blue for their colours of the year. “This versatile family of indigo shades, gives you the flexibility to create spaces where you can slow down, cosy up, fly free – or all three!” Dulux’s decision was led by expert insights that found blues to have “aesthetic appeal and psychological benefits” & that it was the world’s favourite colour.

We think this palette would suit artworks based around wellness, serenity & promoting healthy habits.

Valspar – Warm Eucalyptus HEX: 7b8473 | RGB: 123 132 115

For 2026 Valspar have chosen a colour that “gives you a warm feeling inside. And out.” This decisions behind this colour were based on trends around mindful living, slowing down & restful moments. “Indoor and outdoor boundaries continue to blur, which will emphasize the nature-inspired, restorative colors while curating personal styles.” 

We think that paired with a neutral palette of warm browns & creams, it would suit artworks that are simple, interiors focused & promote mindfulness in the home.

Graham & Brown – Divine Damson HEX: 3b1e20 | RGB: 59 30 32

Graham & Brown’s colour of the year for 2026 is “inspired by the lush tones of ripe damson and fig.” This luxurious & warm shade was chosen for the way it adds subtle drama to a room & provides warmth & comfort while making a statement. The colour was also paired with a design of the year ‘Eternal Weave’, a whimsical design that is “heavily influenced by nature, mythology and the craftsmanship of the designs that come to life through texture, colour and storytelling.”

For artworks based on this colour trend we would advise leaning into the themes Graham & Brown have already suggested & creating motifs such as tropical flowers, plants, birds, reptiles & all things exotic to really capture the magical & whimsical nature of the trend.

Behr – Hidden Gem HEX: 596d69 | RGB: 89 109 105

Brand Behr have chosen “a smoky jade with an air of mystery and sophistication” for their 2026 colour of the year. They describe the shade as grounded, dynamic, gentle & captivating. It was chosen for its quiet confidence that can help redefine familiar spaces in the home.

Behr have also handily provided a full colour palette that includes Hidden Gem. It is a collection of “warm neutrals, vibrant accents, soft pastels and cool mid-tones.” We recommend checking out the full palette to use in your artwork. We feel the palette lends itself well to heritage, vintage & traditional artworks & motifs.