8 Color Trends From the Maison & Objet Show
See the fresh colors showcased in new collections at the September exhibition in Paris
The home decoration world reunited at Maison & Objet’s September edition in Paris showcasing design, creativity and young talent. The Sept. 4-8 event featured inspiring new products and collections. And when it comes to color, the sources of inspiration were even greater. We’ve rounded up the main color trends from the Paris event. Get ready for a zesty, indulgent and warming voyage.
Spiri vases by mimo Studio
1. Citrusy Hues
From zesty yellow to clementine orange, citrus tints provide a Mediterranean feel to items from the new collections, even start-ups like mimo Studio. Founders Margaux L’Appartien and Benoist Véret guarantee to bring more light into interior spaces with their range of sustainable 3D-printed lighting fixtures and accessories.
1. Citrusy Hues
From zesty yellow to clementine orange, citrus tints provide a Mediterranean feel to items from the new collections, even start-ups like mimo Studio. Founders Margaux L’Appartien and Benoist Véret guarantee to bring more light into interior spaces with their range of sustainable 3D-printed lighting fixtures and accessories.
Atelier Mahd
Zesty yellow was also one of the stars of the lighting fixture and accessory collections from the young design studio Atelier Mahd, especially with the Mangue vase, made from recycled plastic and corn starch. It was designed to display dry wool or paper flowers.
Zesty yellow was also one of the stars of the lighting fixture and accessory collections from the young design studio Atelier Mahd, especially with the Mangue vase, made from recycled plastic and corn starch. It was designed to display dry wool or paper flowers.
Marigold paper vases by Lukyang. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
Grapefruit pink is also on hand to bring softness to this range of tangy tints. That was specifically what Thai designer Lukyang wanted to do at his booth to showcase his collection of paper vases at the fair.
Grapefruit pink is also on hand to bring softness to this range of tangy tints. That was specifically what Thai designer Lukyang wanted to do at his booth to showcase his collection of paper vases at the fair.
Bitossi Ceramiche. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
And of course, we couldn’t forget green citrus fruit such as lime. We came across an array of fresh, soft greens on the show floor, including at the booth of tableware brand Bitossi Ceramiche.
And of course, we couldn’t forget green citrus fruit such as lime. We came across an array of fresh, soft greens on the show floor, including at the booth of tableware brand Bitossi Ceramiche.
Cushions and rug by Polspotten
2. Earthy Colors
In recent years, earthy colors have satisfied our need to reconnect with nature while appealing to our emerging desires to get cozy as fall approaches. Earthy tones, comprising brown, rusty red, pinky or chalky beige and terra cotta colors, are still featured in this year’s collections. This cushion and rug set by the brand Polspotten is a case in point. Combined with entirely rounded lines, these shades emphasize the warmth of interiors.
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2. Earthy Colors
In recent years, earthy colors have satisfied our need to reconnect with nature while appealing to our emerging desires to get cozy as fall approaches. Earthy tones, comprising brown, rusty red, pinky or chalky beige and terra cotta colors, are still featured in this year’s collections. This cushion and rug set by the brand Polspotten is a case in point. Combined with entirely rounded lines, these shades emphasize the warmth of interiors.
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Cosin Paris. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
Often snubbed for being overexposed in decor from the past few years, terra cotta remains and is making a comeback with more orangey shades, sometimes verging on blood orange.
Often snubbed for being overexposed in decor from the past few years, terra cotta remains and is making a comeback with more orangey shades, sometimes verging on blood orange.
Gigi lamps by Warren & Laetitia
3. Pastel Tints
We had already spotted pastel shades at January’s show, and their charm still holds true this fall. Pastel colors are everywhere — or just about everywhere — combined with one another to create objects bearing a sweet cheerfulness. Lighting fixtures are the first to benefit, such as these 3D-printed versions from Warren & Laetitia.
3. Pastel Tints
We had already spotted pastel shades at January’s show, and their charm still holds true this fall. Pastel colors are everywhere — or just about everywhere — combined with one another to create objects bearing a sweet cheerfulness. Lighting fixtures are the first to benefit, such as these 3D-printed versions from Warren & Laetitia.
Fest Amsterdam
4. Hints of Lilac
Lilac is a definitive hit, pairing well with not only tangy citrus tints but also any of its fellow pastel shades. Sometimes soft and sometimes dark, the color has found its way into many collections this year, whether that’s furniture or accessories.
4. Hints of Lilac
Lilac is a definitive hit, pairing well with not only tangy citrus tints but also any of its fellow pastel shades. Sometimes soft and sometimes dark, the color has found its way into many collections this year, whether that’s furniture or accessories.
Polspotten
The Dutch brand Polspotten has released a collection of small furniture and accessories in the shade, from its iconic stools to smaller glasses and baskets.
The Dutch brand Polspotten has released a collection of small furniture and accessories in the shade, from its iconic stools to smaller glasses and baskets.
Versmissen. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
5. The Comeback of Red
Whether you call it tomato, bright or blood red, the color is also among the trends spotted at the trade show. We particularly love its chic look paired with green or blue tints, but it’s also popular for its boldness and ability to spice up decor. Some do not shy away from an all-over look to highlight more subtle items.
9 Trends From the Maison & Objet Design Show
5. The Comeback of Red
Whether you call it tomato, bright or blood red, the color is also among the trends spotted at the trade show. We particularly love its chic look paired with green or blue tints, but it’s also popular for its boldness and ability to spice up decor. Some do not shy away from an all-over look to highlight more subtle items.
9 Trends From the Maison & Objet Design Show
Werns. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
6. Deep Blue Backdrops
In keeping with the chic and elegant theme, let’s focus on the dark blues found in collections. They give rooms depth in every sense of the term and make the perfect backdrop for bringing out more vibrant shades.
6. Deep Blue Backdrops
In keeping with the chic and elegant theme, let’s focus on the dark blues found in collections. They give rooms depth in every sense of the term and make the perfect backdrop for bringing out more vibrant shades.
Polspotten
7. Chrome Highlights
A touch of shine was not forgotten, and this year, it can be seen in the chrome effects in the items showcased. On a candle holder or a stool, they make interiors more sophisticated while playing with the light in the space. For even more shine, we also found mirror balls in several forms, from covering the contours of a mirror to decorating the surface of a vase.
7. Chrome Highlights
A touch of shine was not forgotten, and this year, it can be seen in the chrome effects in the items showcased. On a candle holder or a stool, they make interiors more sophisticated while playing with the light in the space. For even more shine, we also found mirror balls in several forms, from covering the contours of a mirror to decorating the surface of a vase.
Fest Amsterdam
8. Contrasts and Mix and Match
What we’ll remember most from this edition is the art of mixing and matching. All these shades blend together as you desire for decor full of energy, cheer and playfulness. Against a backdrop that’s equally colorful, they help create maximalist decor, while fans of minimalism will love them just as much for elevating more understated interiors.
8. Contrasts and Mix and Match
What we’ll remember most from this edition is the art of mixing and matching. All these shades blend together as you desire for decor full of energy, cheer and playfulness. Against a backdrop that’s equally colorful, they help create maximalist decor, while fans of minimalism will love them just as much for elevating more understated interiors.
Crushgrind Denmark. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion
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