Incorporating Pantone's Color of the Year Into Your Home: 2021

The year of two - ultimate gray + illuminating

2020 was a year unlike any other, and with that gave way to a fresh start in the new year. For 2021, PANTONE chose two colors as the Color of the Year- Ultimate Gray + Illuminating.

For the past 21 years, PANTONE has selected a Color of the Year- ranging from Marsala to Emerald and everything in between. Their annual selection has come to greatly influence trends across home furnishings, design, fashion and more. The 2021 pairing of Ultimate Gray + Illuminating represents a need for innovation, insight and regeneration.

Decorating with Ultimate Gray + Illuminating inspires forward thinking and optimism. Illuminating is warm and vivacious, while Ultimate Gray is dependable and everlasting. Although each color shines on its own, the combination creates a sunny, aspirational disposition.

We’ve rounded up our favorite Ultimate Gray + Illuminating pieces below, from decor to fabric. Each element is shoppable- just click on the product photo!