A new interiors report identifies the dominant color palettes for the 2025 season . Leading the trends are deep shades like Mylands' Huguenot crimson and calming tones like Valspar's Cottage Door.
The £68 Mylands Huguenot Crimson and the Luxury-to-Mass-Market Cycle
Interior design trends often follow a predictable cycle where high-end luxury colors eventually trickle down to mass-market retailers. This movement allows a single aesthetic to dominate the global market over several years, starting with premium brands before becoming accessible to the general public.
According to a new interiors report, Mylands' Huguenot crimson is set to lead this movement. This rich red shade is available as a matt emulsion for £68 per 2.5 litres. To achieve the full luxury look, stylists suggest pairing these deep red walls with specific high-end items, such as:
- Wooden dining tables from John Lewis
- Terracotta floor tiles from Ca’ Pietra
- Decorative accessories like £159.99 side tables
As the report highlights, these elements are intended to complement the deep red without overpwoering the living space.
Valspar’s Cottage Door and the Zen Workspace Trend
Valspar’s Cottage Door blue offers a softer , more versatile alternative for those seeking a calming environment. Described as an "airy" shade, this matt emulsion is priced at £39 for 2.5 litres and is positioned as a way to bring a sense of zen to interior spaces.
The report suggests that sky-blue walls work particularly well in workspaces. To extend this palette, consumers might look toward Swyft Home for blue upholstered armchairs or Pooky for patterned lampshades. This trend reflects a growing consumer interest in using color to influence the psychological atmosphere of a room.
The Tension Between Dulux Soulful Sage and WGSN’s Electric Blue
The 2025 forecast presents a sharp contrast between the soft greens of Dulux Soulful Sage and the high-drama intensity of Electric Blue. While the Soulful Sage matt emulsion is priced affordably at £34 per 2.5 litres, the trend forecasting company WGSN has identified Electric Blue as the primary choice for those wanting a bolder statement.
For those opting for the bolder blue, the report notes that Yes Colours offers an Electric Blue shade for £38 per litre, while Azzurra matt emulsion is available for £54 per 2.5 litres.. These high-impact colors are designed to add drama to a room, often paired with modern furniture like £355 chairs or £94.99 stools.
Can consumers afford the £4,095 Swyft Home sofa?
The report leaves several critical questions regarding the actual adoption of these trends.. While the paint itself is relatively inexpensive, the recommended styling often involves high-ticket items, such as the £4,095 Swyft Home sofa mentioned in the Cottage Door scheme. It remains to be seen whether the average consumer will be able to implement these full-scale designer looks or if the trend will be limited to color changes alone. Furthermore,the report does not address whether these specific hues will hold up against a potential shift toward more sustainable or eco-friendly paint requirements in the coming year.
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