2021 Color + Design Trends: A Confirmation for Spring
04/05/2021 | Sara McLean |
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.
![det425 Royal Red Flush DET425 Paint Color #8E3C3F](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/det425.jpg)
Royal Red FlushDET425
![de5251 Shape](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5251.jpg)
Spice CakeDE5251
![de5145 Shape, rectangle](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5145.jpg)
Orange DaylilyDE5145
![de5150 Shape, rectangle](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5150.jpg)
Rose DuskDE5150
![de5367 Shape, square](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5367.jpg)
Deserted PathDE5367
![de5149 Shape, rectangle](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5149.jpg)
RustiqueDE5149
![det432 Rose de Mai DET432 Paint Color #CB8E81](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/det432.jpg)
Rose de MaiDET432
![det438 Pueblo Rose DET438 Paint Color #E9786E](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/det438.jpg)
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.
![de6119 Shape, square](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de6119.jpg)
Neutral ValleyDE6119
![det413 Folklore DET413 Paint Color #684141](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/det413.jpg)
FolkloreDET413
![de6143 Shape, square](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de6143.jpg)
Almond LatteDE6143
![de6173 Shape, square](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/de6173.jpg)
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.
![de5769 Background pattern](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5769.jpg)
After the StormDE5769
![de5804 Shape](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5804.jpg)
NightfallDE5804
![de5853 Shape](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5853.jpg)
Blue EarthDE5853
![det400 Wine Goblet DET400 Paint Color #643B46](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/det400.jpg)
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.
![de5969 Shape](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5969.jpg)
Purple PremiereDE5969
![de5103 Background pattern](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5103.jpg)
Pink GlamourDE5103
![dea123 Shape, square](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/dea123.jpg)
ChartreuseDEA123
![de5052 Shape, rectangle](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5052.jpg)
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.
![de5605 Background pattern](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5605.jpg)
Flower StemDE5605
![de5734 Shape, rectangle](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5734.jpg)
Emperor JadeDE5734
![de5675 Shape, rectangle](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5675.jpg)
Sprig of MintDE5675
![de5670 Shape, rectangle](https://www.dunnedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/de5670.jpg)
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.
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