Explore Our Color of the Month Predictions for 2026, Plus Style Inspiration
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Popular home design styles shift and change just like any trend. The small details you find at the intersection between culture, media, economics, and human psychology all tell a story—and directly influence the trend cycle, which includes soon-to-be popular colors, patterns, styles, and more. After analyzing many design houses’ Color of the Year stories over the years, we were inspired by the power of color, especially in the home, and decided to launch our Color of the Month series.
At the end of each month, we speak with our in-house trend expert and SVP of Creative and Design, Elizabeth Garcia, about the shifts she sees in the home design industry, and how they morph. We then take an in-depth look at trending home decor, popular textiles and finishings, and even seasonal aspects, to create an informative guide to give you an inside look at the interior design industry as it changes in real time.
Every four weeks, we’ll discuss a new hue that we predict embodying the essence of that 30-day period. Keep reading to explore these stylish shades, and find ideas on how you can incorporate them into your home design if they speak to you.
October: Blushing Burgundy
Whether your Halloween season style leans spooky or sweet, there’s no denying that darker, more robust colors—whether in cozy knits, seasonal decorations, or your own personal style—are a must for October. Which is exactly why we chose Blushing Burgundy for our October Color of the Month. It sits right in the middle between trick and treat, with a blushing undertone and a deep, rich base that makes for a striking focal point. A color like this is perfect as an accessory, a pop of color against a neutral backdrop, or the main character in your display. “It is not too pink or too purple,” says Garcia. “It’s this deep, dusty hue; pinker than clay, but not too sweet.”
September: Caramel
We can’t wait for the arrival of fall—the cozy autumn-scented candles; all the cute fall porch decor; nights in with a good movie, wrapped up in a cozy blanket. The shift into the new season happens gradually, which is why our September Color of the Month is perfectly poised as Caramel. It’s rich and warm, bringing feelings of fall, but vibrant in its own right, sending off summer like a sunset. The industry is currently seeing a great shift in home decor trends toward this classic shade, and it’s so easy to incorporate into your scheme (caramel is basically a neutral!) with throw pillow covers, a candle holder, or even a a fresh pair of curtains.
August: Moss Green
“August is the last month of summer, with thoughts of fall,” says Garcia. Enter: an easygoing, earth-toned hue that lays beautifully between the end of summer and beginning of fall, Moss Green. As our August Color of the Month, Moss Green will help ready your space for the moody, chilly season ahead while still embracing the final warm weeks to wrap up summer. Incorporate it with a stunning dutch oven you can use again and again; a beautiful peel and stick wallpaper mural; or a decorative dish to add a splash of color.
July: Poppy Red
While the sun is high and red-hot, it’s only fitting for July’s Color of the Month to be a bright Poppy Red. Daring, bold, and full of life, Poppy Red only needs a moment (a stunning vase, a chic throw, an artistic bundle of blooms) in order to truly shine and make its impact. No matter if your home leans modern, earthy, or minimalist, this beautiful pop of red will infuse an unexpected burst of personality into your space, making the whole room come to life and officially, boldly mark the start of summer.
June: True Blue
It makes sense for a deep, oceanic hue like True Blue to be named our Color of the Month for June—it is the start of summer, after all (which means the best beach vacays are soon to come!). Bold blues like this can create a beautiful, welcoming contrast in the home, especially when implemented through classic patterns (such as stripes, toile, or illustrative prints), and comforting, relaxed home goods (like textiles, linens, or everyday decorative accessories). As we see search trends for coastal home design and decor start to skyrocket, True Blue is a classic hue that won’t be going anywhere anytime soon.
May: Butter Yellow
They say April showers bring May flowers, so why not embrace the sunshine, too? May’s Color of the Month—Butter Yellow—is a soft, approachable tone that can brighten up your space (and your mood!) by way of subtle accents, floral decor, and playful patterns. Butter Yellow exists in the soft space between bold, bright yellow and subdued, neutral beige. It provides enough saturation to feel sunny and gentle, but enough versatility to be added into a variety of spaces, no matter the design style.
April: Blue Aura
We took inspiration from Jonathan and Zooey’s primary bedroom in their NYC apartment for April’s Color of the Month, Blue Aura. It’s both soft and bold; quiet and loud. Spring is about new life, which calls for fresh colors, striking textures, and creative palettes. Use Blue Aura in juxtaposing tone-on-tone materials, unexpected finishes, and experimental decor pairings that embrace multiple shades of the hue. You might decide to take Blue Aura across your room in varying patterns, like Jonathan and Zooey, or instead, use it as a pop of color with accents in a more neutral-toned room.
March: Pistachio
Spring is springing oh-so-soon, and what better way to welcome the season than with the pop of color we’ve been waiting for? For March’s Color of the Month, we found inspiration through soft florals, comfortable fabrics, and the promise of April showers to come—bringing Pistachio into view. We spoke to Garcia about her take on Pistachio, and where she sees the trend headed this month, and into the season to come. “Landscapes, botanicals and plantopia-inspired colors and textures will be key for this trend,” she says. “Hues range from soft sage to deep olive, and styles are balanced between refined and elegant and cozy and casual, with modern touches.”
February: Pink Frost
Temps are still as cold as ever, but there’s romance in the air as we begin shedding our winter blues (or dreaming about it, at least!). Pinks and reds are the usual shades to mark the season of love, and this February, we’re leaning into the calmness of Pink Frost. Like pale pink icing, this hue brings softness and warmth into our homes to keep us cozy during the shortest month of the year. This playful blushing color can make a bold statement against rich, darker tones of moss and navy blue, or complement softer tones like sage and caramel.
January: Vintage Indigo
Vintage Indigo is a deep hue meant to complement and contrast. Paired with natural wood tones or gold patina, this inky color would bring unmatched character to any space in need of some depth. The rich shade of navy resembles aged denim, with an implied history behind it—similar to the memories you’ve made in those favorite pair of jeans you’ve had for years. And for as cool-toned as Vintage Indigo is, the indulgent shade of blue can actually provide a surprising amount of warmth, especially when enveloped into the room by color drenching the walls or in adding heavy fabrics like velvet.
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Bree Pulver O'Hagan
Bree is the Senior Digital Editor at DrewandJonathan.com. In the past, she’s worked for publications focused on home improvement and sustainable living. Bree’s Pinterest board is filled with cozy textures; vintage patterns; sculptural furniture; and moody, warm-toned colors. She has a degree concentrated in the intersection of writing and architecture, which influences her passion for exploring creative solutions to unusual home layouts and stylish renter-friendly decor. She’s a self-proclaimed pro at finding the best antique furniture in the most unlikely of places (but her cat Blue can certainly back these claims).
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