From the outfits we choose each day to the way we decorate our homes, colour plays a huge role in shaping how we feel and how we express ourselves. The 2026 colour trends bring a beautiful balance of cosy, nature-inspired shades mixed with brighter, more playful digital tones. According to colour experts at Pantone and WGSN, the 2026 colour palette is all about self-expression, comfort, and a seamless blend of the natural and the modern.
These are the colours we’ll soon start seeing everywhere - in new-season fashion, home décor updates, beauty packaging, and even the everyday objects we reach for.
“2026 is all about balance: earthy grounding meets bold, digital-inspired hues.”
Trends come and go, but your personal style is what truly matters. These colours are just the ones that will be popping up more often - feel free to embrace them, mix them in, or stick to the shades that make you happiest.
Teal Has Been Named Colour Of The Year
It’s official - rich emerald-teal tones are about to be everywhere, with teal crowned as the Colour of the Year for 2026! Spotted as one of the standout shades on the S/S26 New York runways, teal brings a sense of luxury, depth, and effortless elegance to any look.
With its calming blend of blue and green undertones, teal strikes the perfect balance between soothing and sophisticated - a shade that feels both timeless and refreshingly modern.
For styling, pair teal with deep burgundy for a bold, high-contrast moment, or layer it with complementary blues and greens to create a soft, harmonious, monochromatic look.
Explore our teal lingerie styles and bring this beautifully rich colour into your wardrobe.
Blue Is Back
Blue is one of those colours we naturally gravitate towards - timeless, versatile, and endlessly flattering. With so many beautiful variations, from soft muted tones to vibrant statement shades, blue easily adapts to almost any trend or personal style.
In 2026, we’ll be seeing a full spectrum of blues making their mark in fashion, from calming pastel hues to bold, royal blues. There will be something for everyone, whether you prefer understated elegance or a more eye-catching pop of colour.
For styling, pair muted blue with rich browns for an effortlessly cool, 90s-inspired look, or mix in bright, contrasting colours for a fun, summery feel that instantly lifts your outfit.
At Lounge, we’ve seen a 45% increase in users exploring blue colourways in 2025 compared to 2024. This trend has grown significantly towards the later end of the year by 200%, highlighting an exciting emerging trend.
Explore our blue lingerie styles to bring a subtle nod of colour to your wardrobe.
Burnt Sienna
A russet red tone, burnt sienna is an earthy reddish-brown with a hint of orange warmth that feels both grounded and inviting. Imagine terracotta rooftops in the sun, cobblestone streets glowing in the afternoon light, and a lazy café terrace in the heart of Italy or Spain - it carries that warm, sun-kissed, European summer vibe. It’s comforting, timeless, and effortlessly chic, bringing a sense of relaxed elegance wherever it appears.
We can’t wait to see this rich colour in our wardrobes. Style your sienna-coloured pieces with different shades of brown to complement the warm tones.
Soft Yellow
Soft yellow tones are set to shine in 2026, bringing a warm, uplifting glow to your wardrobe. This gentle, sunny shade feels both comforting and optimistic, perfect for anyone looking to add a touch of brightness to their everyday style.
Soft yellow pairs beautifully with blue hues for a contrasting-yet-complementary look, perfect for summers spent by the coast. It also complements sun-kissed skin, creating a warm, radiant glow, while gold-toned accessories bring a touch of effortless elegance. Together, these combinations make soft yellow feel fresh, and luminous.
Google trend data has shown a 545% increase in searches for butter yellow in 2025 vs 2024, with peak searches appearing in the summer months. We expect to see the trend re-emerge in 2026.
Explore our collection of yellow lingerie to add a gentle nod to the trend to your wardrobe.
Mocha Brown
Mocha Brown was crowned the colour of 2025, and it’s here to stay. This year, we’re embracing the comforting warmth of rich, earthy tones, and brown is leading the way as the ultimate neutral.
Its deep, inviting hues create a sense of stability and sophistication, while effortlessly complementing a wide range of colours - from soft pastels to bold, vibrant shades. Whether in fashion, home décor, or lifestyle accents, brown is proving that neutrals don’t have to be understated: they can be warm, versatile, and full of character.
2025 saw a 127% increase in ‘brown lingerie’ search terms compared to the previous year, showing how influential colour trends are to our shopping habits.
At Lounge, we’ve noticed an incredible surge in brown colourway purchases - up over 490% compared to last year! This trend has continued throughout the year, showing that brown isn’t just a passing trend, it’s here to stay.
Shop our collection of brown lingerie and clothing to bring warmth and versatility to your wardrobe.
Bringing Trends Into Your Wardrobe
Colours of the year are more than just a headline - they’re a guide, a reflection of the moods and movements shaping our world. Over the past few years, we’ve seen a shift toward rich, warm tones across fashion, interiors, and lifestyle, bringing a sense of comfort, sophistication, and optimism to every industry.
While these trends can inspire your choices, they are just a starting point. The most important palette for 2026 is the one that feels right for you: colours that make you feel confident, happy, and truly yourself. Let these trends spark your creativity, but always trust your personal taste to create a space, wardrobe, or lifestyle that’s uniquely yours.