Meet Midnight Garden: Dunn-Edwards’ 2026 Color of the Year
Dunn-Edwards Corporations 2026 Color of the Year is Midnight Garden (DE5657), a deep, muted green with earthy undertones that captures the quiet elegance of nature. Reminiscent of moss, lichen and nature’s quiet resilience, this shade invites wellness, renewal and enduring style into every space.
Representing a cultural moment that emphasizes restorative spaces connected to the earth, the team of Dunn-Edwards color experts said designers and consumers alike are gravitating towards tones that balance modern sophistication with a growing desire for grounding. “In 2026, we’ll see people wanting to bring nature indoors and into their spaces to feel more connected to the world around us. Midnight Garden represents this surge towards the hue, solidifying this color as the ‘green’ that works everywhere,” the company said.
Said Lauren Hoferkamp, color marketing manager at Dunn-Edwards, “Its versatility makes it equally at home on interiors and exteriors, pairing effortlessly with natural textures, warm neutrals, or sleek minimalism.”
Midnight Garden makes a statement on its own. The hue’s popularity extends beyond immediate trends and reflects a long-term direction in color and design, according to the paint company. Midnight Garden complements Dunn-Edwards 2026 Color Trends’ warm terracottas, balanced purples, and notable neutrals beautifully. It demonstrates the versatility of green as a bridge color — able to harmonize with both bold and subtle design directions.
