Written by Becca Green

Dulux Colour of the Year 2021 revealed

Dulux Colour of the Year 2021 has officially been announced as Brave Ground.

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The Dulux Colour of the Year 2021 has arrived – did you guess the colour right?

This year, it’s a warm neutral shade, characterised by its beige profile and earthy undertones. The experts at Dulux says that the colour will enable people to draw upon the strength of nature to help them find the courage to embrace the future.

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“We continue to live through uncertain times. In 2021, the warm and grounding tones of Brave Ground™ will allow us to find certainty in the strength from the very ground beneath our feet, emboldening us to go forward and begin to live again and giving us the flex to adapt to the ever changing circumstances we face,” says Marianne Shillingford, Dulux UK’s creative director.

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In 2021, we need a drop of courage to embrace change 💪 We're incredibly proud to announce that our Colour Of The Year for 2021 is Brave Ground™ 🖌 A warm earthy tone which provides a firm foundation for change and creativity in your home. Head over to our story to find out more and for a Q&A at 4pm with our Creative Director @m_shillingford.
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As always, Dulux has put together four colour palettes which all complement Brave Ground perfectly and will give you the inspiration that you need for your next project.

The earth palette

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The tones of the sea, the sky and the soil, these earth shades provide a connection to the natural world around us. Brave Ground is the ideal shade for a backdrop that boasts these kind of colours.

The trust palette

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Including warm neutral greys and browns, the colours in the trust palette complement each other and encourage connection, collaboration and a sense of harmony in the home.

The timeless palette

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Yellows and ochres, alongside soft neutrals help create a backdrop that embraces old and new. Energizing without being overpowering, they bring positivity to a balanced space.

The expressive palette

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Express yourself with reds and pinks, balanced with softer neutral shades. These are colour that can add vitality to any space, allowing us to create a personalised home that energises us and reflects who we are as individuals.