2021 Color + Design Trends: A Confirmation for Spring

Our 2021 Color+Design trends report released just last fall,but we decided to start reviewing our forecasts now to see which trends are alreadycoming to fruition.What we found were several themes already in play,as wellas many others on the horizon:

Desert Warmth
The popularity of desert hues continues to move forward.From rosy tans to spicy oranges,these nature-based colors come alive and provide a wealth of inspiration.

 

Royal Red FlushDET425

 

 

Spice CakeDE5251

 

 

Orange DaylilyDE5145

 

 

Rose DuskDE5150

 

 

Deserted PathDE5367

 

 

RustiqueDE5149

 

 

Rose de MaiDET432

 

 

Pueblo RoseDET438

 

OESTE,Yucca Valley,CA.Photo Credit:Claire Thomas

Emerging Brown Influence
As a nod to the increased popularity of warmer hues,browns ranging from light beiges to deep chocolate emerge throughout interiors and fashion this spring,providing a subtle key to its importance in the years ahead.

 

Neutral ValleyDE6119

 

 

FolkloreDET413

 

 

Almond LatteDE6143

 

 

Paper SackDE6173

 

Joshua Tree House,Tucson,AZ.Photo Credit:Bethany Nauert Photography

Rebecca raskindCadman Drive Project.Photo Credit:Bethany Nauert Photography

A model showcases designs by Bianca Spender during Runway 2 at Melbourne Fashion Festival at National Gallery of Victoria on March 15,2021 in Melbourne,Australia.(Photo by Naomi Rahim/WireImage)

Deep,Dark and Moody Hues
In the last few years,we’ve fallen in love with the intensity of mysterious,opulent colors,and all indicators prove that this trend is not going anywhere.Resonating coziness and warmth,as well as drama and mysticism,this full range of lush hues continues to enchant us all.

 

After the StormDE5769

 

 

NightfallDE5804

 

 

Blue EarthDE5853

 

 

Wine GobletDET400

 

Recent office project bya Vintage splendor

OESTE,yucca valley.photo credit:Claire Thomas

Recent Venice Project by Claire Thomas.Photo Credit:Claire Thomas

Models poses during the Koche Ready to Wear Fall/Winter 2021-2022 fashion show as part of the Paris Fashion Week on February 27,2021 in Paris,France.(Photo by Victor VIRGILE/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)

Happy Hues
As the pandemic continues,we find that bright,cheerful colors are increasingly highlighted in fashion,interiors and public spaces,as well as in sportwear and outdoor gear.These lighter,fresher hues encourage positive
feelings of hope and happiness.

 

Purple PremiereDE5969

 

 

Pink GlamourDE5103

 

 

ChartreuseDEA123

 

 

Love PotionDE5052

 

Mural Art Projectby Louise O'Hara. Photo Credit: Louise O'Hara

L.A.Mini Farm.Photo Credit:Lagom Like Minds

A model walks the runway for NYFW hiTechMODA Spotlight on the New Era of Fashion-NYFW hiTechMODA-Mysterious by N.P.N.-Collection:Couleur on February 14,2021 in New York City.(Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for NYFW hiTechMODA)

The Continued Influence of Green
We noted the influence of green with our2020 Color of the Year,Minty Fresh(DE5687),as well as our2017 Color of the Year,The Green Hour(DET544)— and it looks like we’re onto something!From grass and mint to luxurious jewel tones,these lush,verdant hues will continue to expand their impact in the next few years.

 

Flower StemDE5605

 

 

Emperor JadeDE5734

 

 

Sprig of MintDE5675

 

 

GrowthDE5670

 

Bedroom Project byA Vintage Splendor

Los Diegos Projectby the Raskinds.Photo Credit:Bethany Nauert Photography

In this image released on January 21st,models walk the runway during the Louis Vuitton Menswear Fall/Winter 2021-2022 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on January 20,2021 in Paris,France.(Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images for ABA)

Wild Blue Yonder(DE5855)
And let’s not forget our recently launched2021 Color of the Year — Wild Blue Yonder(DE5855)!Influences of this gorgeous,sky blueis popping up everywhere — from fashion to interiors.

Lamps Plus X Dunn-Edwardscollaboration.

In this images released January 21,model walks the runway during the Louis Vuitton Menswear Fall/Winter 2021-2022 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on January 20,2021 in Paris,France.(Photo by Dominique Charriau/WireImage for ABA)

So which of our other forecast trends will reveal themselves this summer and fall?Stay tuned as we continue to monitor what’s next in fashion,interiors and all areas of design. And check out here to see what our color confirmations were back in spring2020.