Dulux 2020 Summer Colour Predictions

With Dulux’s release of its 2020 Summer Colour Predictions for Summer, it’s clear to see that the 70’s vibes are back!

The Cultivate palette – one of the four trend colour palettes identified in the 2020 Dulux Colour Forecast ‘Essence’ – mixes soft, earthy greens and blue-greens with a sprinkling of bold, 70’s accents.

If you’re looking to add a bit of “something something” to your home this summer, why not choose the homeowner’s “secret weapon”?

Paint is a fast and easy way to completely transform a space, and this season, it’s all about combining serene greens with 70s-inspired accents.

As Andrea Lucena-Orr, Dulux Colour and Communications Manager, explains:

A sense of nostalgia has been creeping into design trends for a while now, and in 2020 this will be expressed with 70s references – think shades of eggplant and curd alongside warm timbers and touches of coloured ceramics and glass.

So, to help with your own styling, follow Dulux’s handy tips!

• Power of contrasts: Add interest by mixing different materials, such as timber, felt, rattan, velvet, glass and steel.
• Keep it casual: Think relaxed, low-slung seating and complementary pieces with textured natural materials and an outdoor style.
• Mad about rattan: A sleek rattan cabinet or armchair will suit this scheme’s natural aesthetic, while adding a contemporary touch.
• Japanese subtlety: Seek out pieces with subtle Japanese styling cues such as black stained timber, handmade ceramics or delicate botanical prints.
• Light and bright: Keep window furnishings simple – think linen sheers that let the sun filter through.
• Green goodness: Finish off this natural look with cascading greenery and potted plants in all shapes and sizes.

Now discover Stylist Bree Leech’s use of the Dulux Cultivate palette to demonstrate how effective colour can be in bringing your home up-to-date…

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