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<\/a><\/p>\nPhoto: Sherwin Williams<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n As Spirit Halloween stores begin to replace once-vacant retail spaces, it\u2019s time to start thinking about the year ahead. Sherwin Williams is the latest paint manufacturer to release their color predictions for 2020 \u2014 a collection of 45 trend colors categorized into five thoughtfully-curated palettes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The forecast for the year ahead is described using words like energy, simplicity, calm and optimism. There\u2019s a clear wellness bend to their marketing materials. The palettes are depicted as \u201cwelcoming and intuitive…bring[ing] joy, serenity and focus to the mind, body and spirit.\u201d<\/p>\n Here we take a deep dive into Sherwin Williams\u2019 <\/span>five color stories<\/span><\/a>. Just a bit of warning \u2014 you may be itching to pick up a paintbrush by the end of this article.<\/span><\/p>\n\n Photo: Sherwin Williams<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Photo: Sherwin Williams<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n The Alive palette features some of 2019\u2019s most-buzzed about hues, including Ripe Olive (which looks exactly as it sounds), Canyon Clay (a deep terracotta) and Tassel (a dead ringer for ochre). It\u2019s desert-y, but intensely saturated \u2014 the perfect palette for those who aren\u2019t afraid to experiment with color.<\/p>\n Photo: Sherwin Williams<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Photo: Sherwin Williams<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Mantra is soft and feminine, taking its cues from Scandinavian and Japanese design. Remember when \u2018dusty rose\u2019 was a trending color? Well, imagine if a fine layer of metaphorical dust was sprinkled over each of Mantra\u2019s nine hues. The end result is pure elegance.<\/span><\/p>\n Photo: Sherwin Williams<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Photo: Sherwin Williams<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Play, as the name implies, is vibrant and cheerful. At first glance, the palette seems downright childish \u2014 Eros Pink paired with Aquarium? No, thank you. But when the colors are used sparingly, the overall look is surprisingly chic.<\/span><\/p>\n Photo: Sherwin Williams<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Photo: Sherwin Williams<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Biophilic design, or the practice of integrating nature into the built environment, is steadily gaining popularity. And it\u2019s no wonder, considering all the positive effects nature has on our health and well-being. The Haven palette draws its inspiration from organic elements, combining \u201csubtle shades of sea, sand, forest and sky.\u201d It creates a calm, soothing atmosphere free from outside stressors.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Alive<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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