Around the World

Around the World Color Trend Palette

Today's sophisticated, worldly consumers are exposed to many cultures and color traditions and feel free to mix, match and sample. Cultural cross-pollination adds intriguing juxtapositions, such as the Russian-influenced Relic Bronze, which evokes the treasures of the czars, appearing alongside Feverish Pink and Dynamo, which season the mix with a dash of Indian and Latin American flavor.

DRIVING FORCES: Street fashion from around the world. A new generation of global citizens now has a sense of individuality and self-assurance to venture beyond the mainstream and create eclectic styles all their own.

SUPPORTING ELEMENTS: Baroque-style furniture that celebrates the art of woodworking - carving, marquetry, decorative finishes and gilding; luxurious textiles, such as silks and cut velvets, paired with hides, such as leather and fur; folk art; tapestries; rich detailing, including fringe and semiprecious stones.

UNEXPECTED COLORMIX: Berry-toned Dynamo (SW 6841) paired with Feverish Pink (SW 6859), balanced against the exotic earthiness of Plum Brown (SW 6272).

Arrival Colors

Reflecting cultures just beginning to emerge on the color horizon.

Relic Bronze SW 6132
Relic Bronze SW 6132
Tassel SW 6369
Tassel SW 6369
Borscht SW 7578
Borscht SW 7578
Dynamo SW 6841
Dynamo SW 6841
Feverish Pink SW 6859
Feverish Pink SW 6859
Majestic Purple SW 6545
Majestic Purple SW 6545

Departure Colors

Ethnic-influenced hues that now feel familiar and continue to resonate.

Cocoon SW 6173
Cocoon SW 6173
Plum Brown SW 6272
Plum Brown SW 6272
Red Cent SW 6341
Red Cent SW 6341
Crabby Apple SW 7592
Crabby Apple SW 7592
Ceremonial Gold SW 6382
Ceremonial Gold SW 6382
Tupelo Tree SW 6417
Tupelo Tree SW 6417

Plum Brown SW 6272 bridges the gap.


Due to individual computer monitor limitations, colors seen here may not accurately reflect Sherwin-Williams paint colors. To confirm your color choices, visit your neighborhood Sherwin-Williams store and refer to our in-store color cards.

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