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Five popular colour trends for Autumn Winter 2025

Posted on 1st September 2025

The cosy and cocooning ‘ber’ months (you know, September, October etc.) are upon us, and soon enough, it will be time to retire the saccharine shades of summer and welcome darker, moodier hues instead. If you’re keen to find out which colour palettes are going to be popular this Autumn and Winter 2025 season, we’ve asked the experts for their predictions.

Autumn bathroom with caramel curtains and a fitted tub. — Velvet Fabric in Caramel, £120 per m, Tori Murphy at The Fabric Collective.

“Thinking beyond neutrals and exploring palettes inspired by nature’s quieter moments will be key,” Anna Hill, brand director and colour consultant at Fenwick & Tilbrook, tells me. “Earthy ochres, soft clays, smokey blues and forest greens will all be prominent in evoking those beautifully misty mornings and evenings by the fire.”

Sue Jones, co-founder of Oka, also believes rich, grounding tones will be popular. “Think deep ochres, warm burgundies, and opulent blues, that echo the natural shift into autumn. These colours have a way of anchoring a space, whether they appear in playful stripes or hand-painted finishes.”

Ready to dive deeper into the Autumn Winter 2025 colour trends? Let’s begin…

Living room with a rust-coloured sofa, a striped armchair, tiled fireplace, wood beams, and antique and forged metal decor. — Kingham Grand sofa, £1699, Kingham snuggler, £1299, Forge table lamp, £179, Fairford forged metal chandelier, £165, Plain wool throw in Burnt Orange, £85, Bobbin pedestal table in Black, £69, Forge iron coffee table, £279, and Jute grained rug in Neutral/Multi, from £150. All from John Lewis.

Autumn sunset

This colour palette feels like a sunset on a chilly autumn day – warm, cosy, and nostalgic. “This season’s stand-out colour trend is all things pumpkin spice – a palette of rich, warming tones inspired by autumn leaves, firelight and the comforting glow of golden hour,” says Helen Shaw, director of marketing (international) at Benjamin Moore. From sun-baked terracotta, muted orange, to soft amber, these hues are ideal for adding warmth to your space.

Anna agrees and adds, “Perfect for creating cosy kitchens, really snug living rooms or a truly inviting hallway, these nostalgic hues wrap your home in a comforting glow that will linger throughout the darker months.”

Living room drenched in autumn-inspired colours such as mustard yellow and mossy green. — Sinclair Cord Green Lynden snuggler, £1025, Pale Gold Newborough rug, from £349, Pink Marwick table lamp, £85, Yellow Rosanna cushion, £35, Apricot Painswick Paisley fabric, £30.40 per m, Hapton sideboard, £795, Glynteg Dusky Rose Pink large footstool, £250, and Green Ropsley accent chair, £425. All from Laura Ashley.

Autumn living room in a muted mustard colour with forest green tiles on the fireplace, an olive green sofa, and wood furniture. — Golden Bark 2153-10, Lyons Red CC-68, Monticello Rose HC-63, Townsend Harbor Brown HC-64, from £20.75 for 0.94 litres each, all Benjamin Moore.

Moody greens and blues

Dusky blues bring a touch of nature and serenity in this Autumn Winter 2025. “At the heart of the trend are shadowy teals, complex blues and softened mauves. These shades have an almost moody quality about them, creating a sense of atmosphere and depth that feels both timeless and forward-looking,” says Helen.

Moody living room drenched in navy with a matching lounge chair, velvet cushion, and marble coffee table. — Zoey 2-seater sofa in Blue Grey Fabric, £999, and Russo coffee table in White Calacatta Ceramic, £549, Danetti.

Bedroom design with animal print carpet, a navy footstool, matching curtains, and a vintage vanity unit. — Golden Lily wallpaper in Euphorbia, from £140 per roll, Hemp in Woad, £100 per m, and Florere Bottoman in Woad Hemp, £795, all House of Hackney. Launching in September. Photography: Chris Horwood.

But deep shades of green will be equally sought after this season. “Ranging from sage, olive and lichen, these soft, muted tones help to create a timeless and serene backdrop that still feels fresh,” explains Anna. “Ideal for bedrooms, bathrooms or any space that you want to transform into a quiet retreat, these shades capture that stillness of forest walks and the softness of shady woodland.” She recommends pairing these hues with natural, tactile materials ‘to add depth and create a harmonious look that doesn’t overwhelm the senses’.

A compact bar area with a handcrafted, navy sideboard, green wall panelling, and herringbone flooring. — Lastura hand-painted sideboard in Midnight Blue, £1495.83, Oka.

Autumn snug drenched in green with a matching velvet sofa, bookcase, wooden coffee and side tables and a cosy fireaplace. — Taylor high-back three-seater sofa in Forest Green Matt Velvet, £2399, Stow British Wool natural throw, £85, Elkstone smoked oak sofa table, £199, Clanfield Ivory rug, £199. All from The Cotswold Company.

Wine

Red is predicted to be one of the most popular colours of the season, but not just any shade – renovators will particularly lean towards dark cherry and romantic wine tones. “Ideal for adding a sense of drama, deep reds and wine-tone hues bring style and sophistication to any interiors,” says Anna. “These luxurious shades create an enveloping atmosphere that’s full of depth and perfect for transforming a space into an intimate environment. Perfect for dining rooms or cosy corners, these colours will lend a touch of opulence whilst still remaining warm and welcoming.”

Burgundy autumn bedroom design with a velvet headboard, dark bedding, wood side table, and mood lighting. — Amalfi king-size bed in Toffee Red Velvet, £599, and Lani ottoman bench in Olive Green Velvet, £249, Danetti.

Closeup at a leather sofa with a marble and black steel frame table with an oversized cherry decoration piece. — Daytona 3-seater leather sofa in Cat Ruby, £1595, and Yoyo round side table, £269, Furniture Village.

A colourful sideboard in a wine-coloured room, with a leather chair, brass floor lamp and patterned rug. — Ciel console table in COM, from £580, Sofa.com.

Chalky tones

Jewel tones are ever popular during autumn and winter, but here comes the twist. “This season, they appear chalky, muted or matt; think dusky garnets, stormy sapphires and mossy emeralds,” says Helen.

And surprisingly, spring and summer’s shades are also present during the cold season. “Soft pinks and pale blues reappear with greater saturation and contrast, lending a fresh energy to autumnal pairings,” adds Helen. “When teamed with deep rusts, merlot reds and burnished metallics, these lighter tones are delicate yet grounded, playful yet poised.”

Bedroom design with a pale blue on the lower half of the walls and a muted rust colour on the upper half of the wall. — Upper half of the wall in Pantile, and lower half in Marram Grass, from £28 for one litre of Pure Matt Emulsion each, Fenwick & Tilbrook.

Country bathroom design with blue beams, patterned wallpaper, a burgundy tub with a wood bath tray, chrome bath filler and floral towels in white and yellow. — Primary Yellow Flower bath towel, £7, Primary Flower dispenser, £6, Primary Flower tumbler, £5, Yellow Flower runner bath mat, £12, and Bamboo functional bath tray, £16. All from George Home.

A calming autumn bedroom with pale blue bedding, wood furniture, and mood lighting. — Blue Quilted Pattern duvet cover and pillowcase set, £55 for a double, Next.

Cocoa

Lastly, ‘cocoa’ is John Lewis’ colour of the Autumn Winter 2025 season – decadently rich, versatile and exuding a sumptuous feeling, use it in big or small doses to make your space feel like a calming cocoon.

So, which colour will you be embracing?