2009 Color Forecast
COLOR FAMILIES: A Shift Across the Spectrum
Color is on the move. The bold, saturated hues that have dominated palettes for the past few seasons are yielding to more complex, toned-down shades. Our eyes are ready for respite, says Jordan. Colors are dustier, with intriguing new undertones. And there's a new MVP in the palette: gray. "Grays play an ever-increasing role, cooling down our interiors and becoming the new neutral in both commercial and residential spaces", she says.
Neutrals Family
Today's neutrals are grounded in the environment, with hues inspried by wood, stone and natural fibers.
Violet / Blue Family
Violets and plums continue their regal influence in '09, although they're more red-based than in '08.
Forecast Influences
Today's color influences converge in a beautifully modulated palette. See how the color families were influenced.
