Here, designers, decorators, and color experts reveal why beige is replacing gray for 2023, and how to decorate with beige for a beautiful scheme every time.
Is white and gray out of style? Experts agree that this color pairing will no longer dominate trends in 2023. It's hard to believe we could ever see the total end of gray and white – the two (seemingly timeless) tones that have been at the forefront of our decorating agendas for decades.
It's beige. Yes, beige is coming back in style after years of being synonymous with boring or bland. Warm neutral paint and upholstery colors are now taking favor over grays, with shades like tan, taupe, ivory and beige (even brown!) rising in popularity.
Ready to go for it? Pantone's 2023 Color of the Year, Viva Magenta, is a crimson hue that balances warm and cool undertones. "Viva Magenta is a celebratory color—it's more active and has vigor attached to it," says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute.
Of all the neutrals, gray is the one that always held the most gravitas with designers and decorators, however, gray is slowly being replaced by beige. Elegant and timeless in their simplicity, beige schemes have become a stalwart in the world of interiors.
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Over the next ten years, the Nardo Gray color became insanely popular and ubiquitous. People connected with its bold yet dignified demeanor. While some refer to this color as a “flat gray”, this is incorrect.
After years of seeing all-gray-everything, it seems interior trends are officially shifting away from the palette that became a staple in the early 2000s. According to some experts, there isn't a moment too soon to say goodbye to gray. But, don't bust out the paintbrushes quite yet.
For light skin, a yellow, peach or purple-based concealer will cancel out the gray tones created when concealer is layered over the shadowy areas. On deeper skin, use bright orange or red first, followed by a neutral or yellow-toned concealer.
Overall, the chromatic trend for Autumn-Winter 2023/2024 presents great comebacks and confirmations, with a palette that ranges from red to gray, yellow to brown, and pink. Even the most delicate and subtle shades will have their space, inviting experimentation and rediscovery of classic nuances in an original key.
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Agreeable Gray is one of the most popular gray paint colors for a reason. It's a beautiful, natural, soft color that works with a variety of different design styles. It's versatile, too, looking great in both light and dark rooms. Agreeable Gray also pairs well with most wood tones.
Lavender Gray
Lavender is a top contender for the best hair color for gray hair. Purple hair may seem like a big jump, but the ashy tones in a muted lavender perfectly mesh with grays and give your overall look a youthful edge.
The obvious one to go with grey is chrome but if you want to warm things up think about changing to brass- not as bright as gold but will warm the palette up.
This can mostly be attributed to a decreased use of wood and the introduction of materials, like plastic, along with technology, like phones and computers.
White paint colors are a popular choice for home décor in 2023 due to their versatility and timeless appeal. White shades can help to create a sense of airiness, making a room feel larger and brighter. They also help to reflect light, which is important in creating a modern and sophisticated look.
Modern Gray is a WARM paint color that's more of a taupe than a warm gray (but this can be open to perception). In a south-facing room or room with western afternoon sun, Modern Gray will lean CONSIDERABLY into its warm base, looking almost beige-tan.
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Sherwin Williams Accessible Beige. Sherwin Williams Accessible Beige (SW 7036) has an LRV of 58, which makes it noticeably darker than Modern Gray. In addition, this warm greige is more, well, beige. Its brown and green undertones contrast Modern Gray's gray-based color with pink undertones.
The aptly named Future Dusk, a deep shade of blue-purple that's celestial and mysterious, has been named their 2025 Color of the Year. "Colors that bring a sense of reassurance will be key for 2025, and we will see captivating tinted darks gaining momentum," says Urangoo Samba, head of color for WGSN.
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Typically, white people start going gray in their mid-30s, Asians in their late 30s, and Blacks in their mid-40s. Half of all people have a significant amount of gray hair by the time they turn 50.
"Agreeable Gray SW 7029 is our most popular gray paint color because it's the perfect hue for any living space, whether it be a family room or bedroom," says Sue Wadden, director of color marketing at Sherwin-Williams.