Shutterstock recently released a report that revealed the top three trending colours, as well as local favourites around the globe. And if there’s one thing we believe, it’s that life must be lived in colour! So, don’t miss out on this opportunity to keep up with the latest trends and channel these intensely vivid hues in your life. We have the lowdown on some truly gorgeous shades that are catching the world’s fancy right now, and some cool tips on how you can infuse them in your life, so read on!
Colours are a powerful medium of communication. They have crept into the lives of people, beginning from their birth, right from their apparel to their vocabulary and everywhere in between, including helping describe various human emotions along the way. Interestingly, every colour across the spectrum elicits a unique and different emotional response in the viewer.
With this understanding of the power of colours and their crucial role in our lives, the experts at Shutterstock, the leading global marketplace for images, examined which hues their customers were downloading most often from their humungous image library. After some serious data and number crunching, they discovered the colours that customers couldn’t have enough of. They identified Proton Purple, Plastic Pink and UFO Green, a neon trio of colours as the top colours that have been the most popular, thanks to them being the most downloaded in photos year-over-year in 2018.
*This image is shown for illustration purpose and is based on Shutterstock 2019 Color Trends report.
The three colours identified are truly a visual delight for all the neon lovers out there! From this, one can surmise that the most-loved colours reflect the trends in fashion, design and home décor. For some, these colours may seem too electrifying, while for some, it may be inspiring and freeing.
Though you probably get a good idea of what these colours are all about and what they evoke simply by looking at their names, let us simplify it for you and delve on how these vibrant hues can impact your daily life.
“Proton Purple is vivid and is a representation of all things positive happening in life. UFO Green, on the other hand, is complex, blending both natural and supernatural vibes. Plastic Pink is meant to dazzle and make your life sparkle.”
These three colours, in actuality, represent the culture of our entire globe, as they have been in images that are picked the most and have stood out in a sea of colours. This says a lot about the people in this current time period, their mind-set and attitude, representing the present culture of the entire globe.
*This image is shown for illustration purpose and is based on Shutterstock 2019 Color Trends report.
Shutterstock also revealed the most popular colours of 2018 country-wise, pulled out from oodles of data and some of the results are pretty fascinating and the trends vary by region.
The United States is partial towards a lime green, while its northern and southern neighbours, Canada and Mexico, both favour a sky blue. UK likes their plum pink while Norway prefers an off-grey. Russia loves red, the Swiss have a soft spot for off-white and lavender blush works well in Japan.
If you wish to give your home interiors a global flair, this report defines trending colours so that you can make smarter decisions for your home’s palette. Such creative trends work as a terrific indicator of what is going to be adopted in a particular culture.
We know that trends are not the be all and end all, but in a world full of infinite colour options, it is good to have a starting point. If you are wondering how to incorporate these chosen colours in your life, it isn’t hard!
Will You Be Picking India’s Preferred Shade or a Global Hue?
Are you planning to update your living space to reflect your experimental style with ideas inspired by these three trending shades or the other shades preferred internationally by country? Then you should read on, because we know that these shades can rock your living spaces!
These are head-turning colours that can compel you to think out-of-the-box with its futuristic vibe. You could use one of these eye-catching colours right behind your bed for an eclectic look. If you are bold enough, you could use both purple and pink accents on the walls to add a funky dimension to your room. We also think that a bright pop of UFO green to your living space would go well with a neutral themed colour scheme.
If you’re not too keen on the idea of using green in large doses, then opt for it on a small accent walls in your lounge area or even as a focal décor piece. Another great way of incorporating these colours is by using it in small quantities in a playroom for a fun look.
And if India’s choice of colour,which is an emerald-inspired shade, has taken your fancy, why not use the dreamy shade in the form of stencils, wall art or as an accent colour on a single wall?Plus, if you want to create a seaside-themed room, this colour is your best bet!
So, if you want to incorporate this colour into your home, or any other global hue mentioned in the trending list, here’s some good news for you. Berger Paints India has a handy Colour Catalogue which features all of these trending colours, so you can stay ahead of the trend game.
The best part about the Colour Catalogue is that you have a myriad of shade options and colour schemes to choose from, so you can mix and match these colours with a shade that suits your taste to create a combination that’s stylish, yet unique.
If you are stuck on how a particular shade will look like on your favourite wall, worry not! We’ve got your back! Our Virtual Painter is an amazing utility tool that takes the guesswork out of finding the right colours for your room. So,shortlist your favourite colour combos and paint them virtually before putting the brush to your walls! Now, isn’t that helpful?
What’s cooler is that if you like a particular popular shade, give us a call and we will help you add it to the walls of your home. You can even use our Berger Express Painting service if you want a faster, cleaner, better painting experience that can have your home ready in time for the New Year!
To conclude, colours will always remain a vital aspect of people’s lives as they have the ability to add life, character and personality to people and living spaces. So, here’s hoping you found this blog insightful and informative. Now that you are clued up on all the popular colours globally, why not go ahead and incorporate them in your life to stay ahead of the trends?
