The colours set to dominate interiors in 2018

2018 is creeping up on us. Did you know it’s 16 weeks to Christmas? Agh! So, as we look to the year ahead, Dulux has announced its colour trends for 2018. A collection of globally inspired hues, breezy neutrals and muted shades, the trends include four carefully curated themes: Essential, Kinship, Escapade and Reflect.

So how are 2018’s trends different from the past? Dulux colour expert Andrea Lucena-Orr explains: “Natural, earthy colours and textures will be coming to the fore and there will be even more of an appreciation for the splendour of imperfection. At the same time, we’ll also see an inspiring travel palette emerging filled with palm prints, happiness and visual delights.

“Soft, greenish-greys and neutral pinks are predicted to be popular in 2018 as they provide the perfect base to experiment with many of the bolder brights coming through. We’ll also continue to see darker colours and striking hues being used in small doses to add dashes of drama to the home.”

Essential

With its predominantly muted palette, Essential will create a soft and peaceful setting through warm shades of leather and putty with cool grey-green. “From the four palettes of 2018, I predict this one will dominate,” says Andrea. “As home enthusiasts will appreciate how easily these colours can transform and update a space.”

GET THE LOOK: For a subtle effect try a soft pink such as Mornington Half paired with a neutral grey-green such as Spanish Olive.

GET THE LOOK: Make a small space pop with Very Terracotta or for a moodier feel consider a charcoal such as Ruski.