Introducing Dunn-Edwards 2025 Color + Design Trends

Fresh takes on colors and styles.

Dunn-Edwards is excited to introduce our 2025 Color + Design Trends, featuring 32 carefully curated colors that capture the essence of where design is headed. Each year, we explore emerging themes that reflect the shifting values and influences shaping our world. In 2025, we see a collective embrace of nostalgia, blended seamlessly with a bold step forward into the future. Our color experts created ten distinct color palettes that represent this fusion of timelines, where retro and contemporary aesthetics merge to create dynamic, versatile, and deeply personal spaces.

At Dunn-Edwards, we believe color should be personal, allowing each individual to create a space that reflects their style and story. The 2025 Color + Design Trends are designed to work across a range of architectural styles and regions, from sleek urban interiors to cozy desert exteriors. With more personalization options than ever, our curated palettes make it easier to transform your home with colors that feel both familiar and forward-thinking.

INTERIOR PALETTES

Fresh Sails:

A bright, nautical-inspired palette featuring calming blues and greens with a lively pop of coral. It brings a serene, yet energetic feel to any space, perfect for those who crave a fresh, modern interior.

Key colors include After the Storm (DE5769), Misty Lawn (DE5631), Tranquil Teal (DE5703), and Amour (DE5104). 

Color in photo: After the Storm (DE5769)

Elegantic:

A luxurious, nostalgic palette that gives a nod to Art Deco, featuring blush tones, soft greys, and greens. This soothing color scheme adds a redefined elegance, blending the old with the new in a chic, updated way.

Key colors include Sandy Beach (DE5260), Icy Lavender (DE5924), Cover of Night (DE6329), and Life Aquatic (DET607). 

Instant Classic:

A timeless collection that showcases deep blues, buttery yellows, and neutral tones. It brings an enduring, traditional aesthetic that never goes out of style, ideal for spaces seeking understated sophistication.

Key colors include Jazz Age Blues (DET574), Lazy Daisy (DET491), Sugar Swizzle (DEHW07), and Neutral Territory (DEGR56). 

Colors in photo: En Plein Air (DET623), Sugar Swizzle (DEHW07), Folklore (DET413)

Posh Party:

A lively, maximalist palette bursting with high-contrast greens, teals, and magentas. Designed to energize any space, this bold collection is perfect for those who love making a statement with vibrant, dynamic hues.

Key colors include Lime Twist (DEA124), After the Storm (DE5769), Razzle Dazzle (DE5027), and Sugar Swizzle (DEHW07). 

Flow Forward:

Inspired by a Bohemian spirit, this earthy palette of terracottas and greens creates a calming, nurturing environment. Ideal for soulful interiors that prioritize peace and connection with nature.

Key colors include Sandy Beach (DE5260), Sky Glass (DE6303), Life Aquatic (DET607), and our 2025 Color of the Year, Caramelized (DET687). 

Colors in photo: Life Aquatic (DET607), Caramelized (DET687), Sugar Swizzle (DEHW07)

EXTERIOR PALETTES

Warm Welcome:

A classic, inviting palette blending earthy browns, sandy beiges, and subtle neutrals. Perfect for creating a rustic yet sophisticated exterior, it works beautifully with Southwestern, Craftsman, and Ranch-style homes.

Key colors include Folklore (DET413), Cochise (DEC761), Historic White (DET653), and Beachwood Drive (DEGR07). 

Colors in photo: Folklore (DET413) + Cochise (DEC761)

Future West:

This modern palette combines cool neutrals with rich, earthy tones for a Contemporary Southwest aesthetic. Perfect for those looking to blend tradition with sleek modernity, it complements Coastal, Spanish Revival, and Modern homes alike.

Key colors include Igloo (DEW379), Go Quietly (DEBN29), Aged Whisky (DET686), and Blue Steel (DE6342). 

Colors in photo: Igloo (DEW379), Go Quietly (DEBN29), Aged Whiskey (DET686), Blue Steel (DE6342)

Colorful Character:

Designed to highlight the personality of your home, this bold palette combines earthy greens, warm neutrals, and a vibrant pop of magenta. Ideal for Victorian and Craftsman architecture, it strikes the perfect balance between charm and playfulness.

Key colors include Huntington Garden (DET502), En Plein Air (DET623), Razzle Dazzle (DE5027), and Huntington Woods (DET538). 

Natural Nest:

Evoking the tranquility of nature, this serene palette of terracottas, greens, and warm neutrals is perfect for Spanish Modern and desert Bohemian exteriors. It creates a harmonious, peaceful retreat, blending seamlessly with natural landscapes.

Key colors include Cochise (DEC761), Pueblo White (DET675), English Forest (DE6280), and our 2025 Color of the Year, Caramelized (DET687).

All Americana:

A timeless, heritage-inspired palette featuring dynamic grays, cool neutrals, and a bold red. Perfect for traditional American architecture, this palette celebrates the classic style of Colonial, Ranch, and Craftsman homes while adding a fresh twist.

Key colors include Pewter Patter (DET627),  Nightlife (DET596), Igoo (DEW379), and Vintage Red (DET427).

As we journey through 2025, Dunn-Edwards invites you to explore the power of color. With 32 thoughtfully curated hues and ten distinct palettes, the Color + Design Trends are a reflection of both nostalgia and forward-thinking design. As we merge the best of the past with the innovation of the future, now is the time to embrace color and create spaces that are as personal as they are beautiful.

Dive into the possibilities and let the colors of 2025 inspire your next transformation.

Explore Dunn-Edwards 2025 Color of the Year,  Caramelized (DET687), one of the 32 trending colors in our 2025 Color + Design Trends.