The Best Muted Benjamin Moore Colors
Hear ye, hear ye - the first real autumn morning arrived today and I genuinely could not be happier. My soul feels vibrant and alive today, and my hopes and dreams are in the forefront of my mind. It’s a great way to live. Of course I will be miserable by noon when the temperature approaches 80 degrees and the sun is scorching the earth and my poor, hermit skin. So it seems a good idea to write this post while I’m still chipper and chilly.
I’m starting to designate my Fridays for administrative work… I’ve gone so far as to block off my Google calendars as “out of office”, although I doubt anyone will notice. I need at least one weekday to work on all of my non-work: updating the website and shoppe, writing the blog, crafting Instagram posts, looking for inspiration, and chipping away at the book I’ve recently decided to write. Because why not?
Considering that our world in the Northern parts of the US are about to burst into color, I found it fitting to make this post all about color. My work is often described by myself and others as neutral, and honestly this is how I like it. I find neutrality to be rare and needed in our chaotic times. However, we live our lives in color, and I can’t quite bring myself to encompass total neutrality, as it seems to lack some invaluable ingredient, like a roast chicken without herbs.
So I wanted to share my favorite colors from Benjamin Moore. If you’re a client of mine, you’ve heard me say (probably more than once) that Benjamin Moore is best for color, and Sherwin Williams is best for neutrals. A blanket statement, but generally the truth! Here they are:
Brush Blue
This is the shade I just used in our downstairs bath… it’s the blue that made me love blue again.
2. Dry Sage
Sage is so of-the-moment, and this one is particularly soothing. It reminds me of one of the first rooms I ever loved.
3. St. George Red
This pinkish, historical red would be so great in a statement room.
4. Vintage Wine
This deep, gorgeous color would be excellent in a sitting room, primary bedroom, library, or formal dining room.
5. Stained Glass
To me, this is the perfect teal. I have a longing to pair this with the perfect, floral wallpaper. A girl can dream.
6. Sea Glass
As a thalassophile (lover of the ocean), I am always on the lookout for the perfect stormy blue. This is one of them!
7. Fallen Leaf
Similar to St. George Red, but comes with a completely different mood. More browns and deeper red create a color perfect for a more modern home.
8. Lichen Stone
Bright and springy, this green is muted enough to fit right into a moodier palette. This is another color that would be excellent with wallpaper, especially one of the Sandberg variety.
9. Jungle Canopy
Sick. Absolutely epic color. The way it looks with that rustic brown table? Mhmmmmm.
10. Gilded Ballroom
Is this actually tan and not yellow? Debatable. Is it an extraordinary and unique wall color? Undoubtedly.
11. Mexican Hot Chocolate
Damn spoiceeyyy. To be honest, I might need to put this somewhere in my house now.
I think I’ll leave it there! I’ve covered all the major color groups, and at some point too many options is hurtful rather than helpful. In this next year I’m expecting (as are most other designers) a burst of color in homes. We’ve been neutral for so long, however, that it’s only natural we test the waters with muted, laid back colors first. In America it isn’t super normal to cover your walls in warm tones, so if you want to be bold I highly recommend choosing a hue of orange, red, or yellow for your next project!
Until next time,
Nicki
