A Look Back at the Last Decade of Sherwin-Williams' Color of the Year

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2018: Oceanside

This marine hue (SW 6496) is bold, beautiful and more chameleon-like than you might think at first glance: It can infuse energy into a neutrally decorated space, or cool off hotter accent colors, such as lemon yellow. Ocean lovers, take note—this is your color. Just be prepared to make a big splash with this color of the year. Here are 12 kitchen colors trends that will continue to be popular in the coming years.

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2017: Poised Taupe

Just because it is neutral doesn’t mean it lacks depth or complexity: This sophisticated taupe (SW 6038) combines a soft brown with an easy gray. The result? “A weathered, woodsy and complex neutral that celebrates the imperfections and authenticity of a well-lived life,” according to Sherwin-Williams. We say this balanced neutral is a winner, no matter what year it is.

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2016: Alabaster

SW 7006, Alabaster, is a warm, creamy white that reminds us of a museum, in a good way! Chic as an all-encompassing color, or graphic when paired with a bold black, it’s a hue that warms the light (and flatters the face), feels peaceful and allows the eye to rest. 2016, 2020 or beyond, this is a safe color of the year pick.