Tate Olive, Benjamin Moore

Verdant hues have been a 2021 favorite for Morgan Molitor of Construction 2 Style. “We're all about the greens this year,” she told us. “And we don't see this movement slowing down anytime soon as we move into 2022 color trends.”

When asked to share a top tone, Morgan was unequivocal. “Tate Olive is one of our faves. Not too deep and not too pastel. It's the perfect subtle green to make any wall, cabinetry or decor a statement without it feeling too overwhelming.”

Clean Slate, Magnolia Home

Stephanie calls this second pick a “beautiful, calming blue shade. Clean Slate from Magnolia is AMAZING.”

She’s recently used it in a bathroom with white tile, and in a great room with a crisp, white window trim, each time to gorgeous effect. “It's one of those colors that reads differently in different lighting,” she says. “Sometimes the soft green undertones really come alive, while other times it reads more blue.”

Gentleman's Gray, Benjamin Moore

Don’t let the name fool you: this blue paint is a top choice for Stephanie Goldfarb of Adorned Homes. And she’s put her money on it, using this shade in her very own studio. She can personally testify how well it pairs with bright and muted colors.

“[Gentleman’s Gray] is the perfect sophisticated shade of blue that works great on a kitchen island, or on a wall where you want some depth, but also a pop of interest.”

Tricorn Black, Sherwin Williams

Perhaps Morgan says it best: “Black is back, and we’re here for it!” When they choose a black paint, though, they tend to prefer something a bit warmer than true black. That’s why Tricorn Black is “without a doubt” their go-to black paint color.

Seapearl, Benjamin Moore

This off-white paint is a favorite of Katie Kurtz of Adorned Homes. Seapearl is a classic, tranquil color that “can be used for any element in a home — walls, cabinets, woodwork or even ceilings.”

Pale Oak, Benjamin Moore

If you’re looking for a white paint that’s a couple of shades darker than Seapearl, Pale Oak should be on your radar. It’s another warm white that Katie loves, calling it “distinguished when paired with darker or lighter colors.”

Katie uses Pale Oak and Sea Pearl practically interchangeably in her work, depending on what the room or the project demands.

Origami White, Sherwin Williams

Rounding out our list is Origami White, another favorite of Stephanie and her go-to white paint color at The Divine Living Space.

“We use it as a neutral white with a slightly tan base,” she explains, adding that it’s not “too white and not too creamy. It plays well with crisp whites so it works great for walls even if your trim is true white.”