A 2026 Color of the Year for Every Design

While Pantone may be the most well-known organization to name a Color of the Year, it is far from the only one. Organizations from paint brands and global trend forecasters to consumer platforms have all named their key colors for 2026, each drawing from cultural, economic and design insights from (and for) their distinct audiences. 

The result is a wide spectrum of inspiration. Whatever the Color of the Year may be, the Formica® Portfolio of Surfacing Solutions offers surfaces that align, enhance or thoughtfully contrast. Whether designing the next college campus building or simply dreaming of remodeling your own kitchen, we offer reliable, durable products to match your design of choice.   

Below we explore several Colors of the Year and match them with surfaces from our own portfolio to align in both color and design sensibility.  


 

Pantone 

Color of the Year: Cloud Dancer 

A soft, light neutral that feels open, calm and adaptable. Pantone describes the color as “a lofty white that serves as a symbol of calming influence in a society rediscovering the value of quiet reflection. A billowy white imbued with serenity, that encourages true relaxation and focus, allowing the mind to wander and creativity to breathe, making room for innovation.” 

 

 7197 Dover White

J0032 Bianco Kos 

408 Luna Brite White, 748 White Renew and 109 Brite White

WGSN  

Color of the Year: Transformative Teal 

WSGN notes the color is “A fluid fusion of blue and aquatic green that reflects the diversity of nature and taps into an Earth-first mindset.” A perfect tone for biophilic design. 

 

1198 Jadeite 

J0750 Verde Comodoro or J0792 Blu Shaba 
 

Color Marketing Group (CMG) 

2026 Key Colors by Region 

“A low-chroma, fragile and nonchalant, pale blue with a refreshing dash of natural green.” 

 

8792 Winter Sky,  1198 Jadeite and 8683 Glass Cloth 

J0794 Verde Kitami 

J0607 Lavanda 

 

CMG says this color is “a soft, subdued, peachy orange that radiates a gentle, pink warmth full of affection found in cherished personal bonds.” 

8858 Just Rose 

“A deep, muted, red-cast purple carrying a profound significance to the narrative of sustainable transformation.” 

8243 Night Shade or 6903 Cassis 

J0790 Viola Orissa 

 

is a desaturated, yet “profound and intense, green-cast blue capturing and mirroring the complexity of the mind.” 

8822 Denim or 8792 Winter Sky 

M9421 Dark Rolled Steel 

J0792 Blu Shaba or J0754 Blu Fes 

626 Indigo Speck 

 

Behr 

Color of the Year: Hidden Gem  

Behr describes Hidden Gem as a “smoky jade with an air of mystery and sophistication,” a rich, dynamic color that creates spaces that feel both grounded and alive. 
 

8792 Winter Sky or 8793 Green Slate 
 

J0750 Verde Comodoro 
 

Valspar

Color of the Year: Warm Eucalyptus 

Valspar describes this color as “naturally restorative.” A muted green intended to promote calm and balance.  

 

8793 Green Slate 

J0750 Verde Comodoro 

625 Sage Speck 

 

Glidden 

Color of the Year: Warm Mahogany 

“Warm Mahogany is a rich, grounded red that’s bold enough to draw immediate attention and reserved enough to make a timeless statement,” according to Glidden.

 

7966 New Burgundy 

J0751 Rosso Jaipur 

M9958 Antique Rubbed Copper

Benjamin Moore 

Color of the Year: Silhouette 

Benjamin Moore notes that Silhouette is “a distinctive color that weaves luxurious burnt umber with delicate notes of charcoal.” 

 

837 Graphite or 3245 Smoke 
 

J0526 Grigio Antracite 
 

J0793 Grigio Aragona 
 

M5312 Brushed Umbra 

 

Sherwin-Williams 

Color of the Year: Universal Khaki 

An essential neutral selected by Sherwin-Williams color experts for its beautiful balance of livability and longevity 

 

J0748 Beige Arizona 
 

333 Wheat Matrix  
 

M9427 Champagne Stainless

Dutch Boy 

Color of the Year: Melodious Ivory 

Dutch Boy notes that “Creamy warmth brings a nostalgic, elevated vibe, perfect for showcasing handmade pieces and bold layers. A timeless shade that makes your space feel effortlessly you.” 

 

899 Desert Beige 
 

J0719 Beige Luxor 

 

Krylon

Color of the Year: Coffee Bean  

Krylon’s color of the year is a warm brown that “creates a sense of calm and a lovely connection to nature. This unpretentious shade brings timeless luxury and modern sophistication to everything it touches.” 

 

837 Graphite 
 

J0749 Cacao Orinoco 
 

782 Luna Weather 
 

M5312 Brushed Umbra 

Etsy 

Color of the Year: Patina Blue 

Etsy chose a blue inspired by craftsmanship, individuality and vintage character. Inspired by copper’s natural aging process, it embodies the quiet magic of change and the way materials evolve as they’re lived-in and loved.  

 

8822 Denim or 6130 Chambray Fabric 
 

J0792 Blu Shaba 
 

626 Indigo Speck 
 

M9421 Dark Rolled Steel 
 

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