It's the time of year when pastels and bright colors start taking over our interiors. We all want that pop of something to revive our rooms after a cozy but heavy winter. However, as a semi-reluctant seasonal decorator myself, I've spent the last few weeks searching for color combinations to spice things up in a more fashionable manner this year.
Enter yellow and brown, specifically citrus and milk chocolate varieties. "This pairing feels both nostalgic and unexpectedly modern," says color expert at Pantone, Jane Boddy. "The softened chartreuse yellow and chestnut or milk chocolate brown tones have a distinctly vintaged quality that recalls the interiors of the 1950s and 1960s, particularly the warm, slightly faded palettes seen in mid-century textiles, wallpapers, and woven fabrics." So, why does it still feel right for 2026's interior color trends?
