Behind autumn trends
We speak with Dulux Colour and Communications Manager Andrea Lucena-Orr, and Dulux trend forecaster and stylist Bree Leech all about this season’s palette. Colours featured: Dulux Clay Pipe Half and White Dune Quarter.
What colours are trending this season?
“There are some really beautiful colours in the Flourish palette. I feel Dulux Clay Pipe Half will delightfully surprise people with its soft warm putty undertones, and versatility which makes it easy to use alongside many other colours, like the decadent Dulux Murray Red,” Andrea says.
“I also think Dulux White Dune Quarter will resonate with home enthusiasts as it’s a contemporary, slightly warm white that suits both traditional and modern aesthetics”.
Autumn palettes tend to consist of warm hues – both neutral and rich tones - and you can layer beautiful variations of these colours to add depth to your space.
How can the Flourish palette elevate my interiors?
There are many colour and scheming options in the Flourish palette, with each creating a dramatically different effect.
“If you want a more contrasting ambiance, look at a warmer main colour and simply use a cool combination of décor items in colours such as Dulux Kenepuru Sound, Benang or Dark Door. If you want to create a much moodier space, reverse the scheme and use these bold hues as the main colour(s) and add the warmth in your accents to balance.”
“The old saying ‘change is as good as a holiday’ comes to mind here. Selecting any one of these Flourish colours can really add to the emotive feeling of a room and make you fall in love with your home all over again,” Andrea says.
“Start with one shade and go from there – you’d be surprised at what a transformation colour can make!”
What was the process behind styling the autumn trends shoot?
Incorporating soft pinks, warm whites and rich reds from the palette, Bree inspired the use of colour with a makeover in this open plan living and dining space.
“The space is a beautiful, light-filled modern extension in a family home with great architectural details – we wanted to showcase this by using the natural, muted tones from the Flourish palette on the wall as a tonal backdrop to the stronger accent colour and then punctuate the interior with bold, daring colours in the decor to create a more distinct look and feel,” Bree says.
“The side table and cabinet feature Dulux Red Terra, which works with other red moments throughout to connect the adjoining areas. Adding blue and black accents also helps break up all of the tonality within the room, providing the dining area with a related identity to the open plan living area,” Bree adds.
Consider the intent of the space. Softer warm hues of pinks and earthy reds can create a light and cosy atmosphere whilst selecting the deeper hues of blues and greens can create a calm and moody space.
How can I best style my home alongside the autumn palette?
When applying colours from the Dulux Colour Forecast, Bree says to start with a tonal palette to build from and connect your main furniture pieces.
“To add an edge to the interior, select some smaller statement pieces that feature bold colours and interesting finishes, such as natural stone and coloured glass, to provide contrast but still complement and harmonise your overall colour scheme.
Highlight bold colour in artwork and soft furnishings, and don't forget to add versatility to the scheme with some additional hues the way we have by adding blue, black and cream,” Bree adds.
“Warmth can also be created using texture. Add soft furnishings with textured fabric and tactile finishes in the Flourish palette tones, to help bring a polished and customised look to the space – think dining room seating, living room sofas and couch cushions, or even statement occasional chairs.”
Andrea has an extensive colour and design background, having worked at DuluxGroup for over 25 years in many colour roles. As our Colour and Communications Manager, Andrea’s role focuses on colour forecasting trends and sharing these insights to media, retail and trade.
Discover more of Dulux Colour Forecast 2022. Three exciting palettes drawn from our environment that feature rich, earthy tones and natural textures, alongside joyful, summery hues that awaken a zest for life.
