Color Forecast 2009 From Sherwin-Williams

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COLOR FAMILIES: A Shift Across the Spectrum


Color is on the move. The bold, saturated hues that have dominated palettes for the past few seasons are yielding to more complex, toned-down shades. Our eyes are ready for respite, says Jordan. Colors are dustier, with intriguing new undertones. And there's a new MVP in the palette: gray. "Grays play an ever-increasing role, cooling down our interiors and becoming the new neutral in both commercial and residential spaces", she says.

Red / Orange Family



Red gets a mouthwatering new look with a hint of orange zest


Juicy Fruit

Red gets a mouthwatering new look with a hint of orange zest. Sherwin-Williams' Enticing Red invokes lush tropical flowers and fruit, with a Latin American accent

All Grown Up

The sweetness of pink acquires new nuance and sophistication, with shades ranging from brights with subtle infusions of orange or violet, to dusty and romantic

New Appeal

Orange transitions in '09, from the crayon-bright intensity of seasons past to more elegant and restrained shades. We still savor the spice hues inspired by global influences, but Tigereye tones it down slightly with just a touch of yellow

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