Once the end-of-year festivities are over, everyone gets busy as best they can while waiting for spring. For many people, it is the perfect time to review their interior decoration a little. So, what colors will adorn the walls in 2026?
Marie Claire has spotted the trends put forward by the biggest paint brands, and the table is particularly inspiring.
Calmer colors in 2026, but still as expressive
For this new year, the colors move away from too pronounced contrasts to give way to more peaceful atmospheres. In fact, paint manufacturers rely on enveloping shades, capable of structuring space. We no longer seek to impress, but to create relatively zen decors, but which do not lack character.
In this peaceful palette, “dull” greenas it is called Marie Clairestands out as a sure value. Smoked green, khaki or dark green, it easily finds its place in a living room, a bedroom or even a kitchen. More discreet than a bright green, it brings
an immediate feeling of calm and goes just as well with light wood as with more contemporary pieces.
In 2026, colors assume their intensity
The burgundy remains well established in the trends of 2026. Already very present in recent seasons, it continues to seduce with its depth and its ability to structure
a wall without weighing it down. In touches or on large surfaces, it also works in small rooms.
In the same vein, brown stands out as one of the key colors of 2026. Long considered too classic, it has been everywhere since the start of autumn. In dressing rooms, as on the walls, brown is used to structure the walls and bring a feeling of warmthespecially in the living rooms. Inspired by gourmet trends, it instantly warms up a room.
Ochers and whites, the colors of 2026 between subtlety and light
Want more clarity? Discover Japanese ochreswhich seduce with their delicacy. These earthy shades, inspired by Japanese aesthetics, play with light and offer living walls. They bring an artisanal and authentic touch, ideal for minimalist interiors.
Finally, the Cloud Dancer shade was awarded by Pantone for the year 2026, and it’s not for nothing. The brands say it,
absolute white confirms its central place. Far from being bland, it becomes a chameleon, revealing volumes and enhancing materials. This year, white becomes a real canvas, where everyone is free to express themselves as they wish.
