Pantone Colour Of The Year 2024 - Peach Fuzz

Pantone annual colour of the year peach fuzz has been unveiled as an apparent hue that is making a comeback.

When the colour analysts select a shade for the year, it is receptive in both the fashion and interior design industry, and this one is already making an entrance.

A soft, yet impactful hue that feels a little 80's to me, this velvety shade can be adopted in most interiors, including a kitchen or bathroom design.

A living room embracing this pinkish-orange colour can be your new 'go to' neutral. So whether you are a colour enthusiast, or simply like to keep up with forecast trends, you may just fall in love with peach fuzz.

I may be giving away my vintage here, but this delightful hue (in a nostalgic and good kind of way) has surprisingly transported me back to the late 80’s (early 90's) colour palette. This does not happen very often. You see, a high-octane of pastels like peach fuzz were incorporated in almost everything to do with home interiors! And there were no exception to the rules either, as it included walls, kitchens, bathrooms, and even door and window frames (yes you read correctly, door frames).

Thankfully, you do not need to resort to painting your frames in any thing that even remotely resembles peach fuzz, but you can still celebrate this hue alongside natural materials to see its character come through. Having said this, softer colours were sought-after and trending largely in the 1920’s, 1950’s and 1960’s (think retro and vintage furnishings and home decor).

Decorating with Rugs

It’s only natural that you are going to want a comfortable and sectional rug underfoot. A rug is the division between your floor and furniture, and if you are keen for colour or simply want to transcend your space, the concept of a transitional rug will do the trick. If you are drawn to this peach-hued colour it most likely indicates your taste is geared towards a calming and nurturing interior. I think this peachy palette works well and is indicative of our Australian landscape. It's fresh yet warm and cosy, so it will suit any season. I would source soft light timber furniture, marble or stone homewares to carry through and connect the space.

Styling Artwork

Ready to dress your walls with artwork that displays a dash of colour as your base? Peach fuzz is a perfectly subtle balance for even the most minimalist interiors.

If you prefer a bold feature to complement artwork with peachy tones, or to lift it up a little, then combine light fixtures (or furniture) that specifically contain black accents.

There are many ways to uncover a colour such as this and re-appreciate what it can give back!

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Furniture, Décor, and Colour

When selecting furniture for your space, colour plays an important role in maintaining fluidity and flow, just as much as form and function does. It can be the focal point in a space. If you prefer an interior that feels natural and light, this hue is going to be your ‘new’ neutral without compromising your earthy living room.  

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This peachy tone feels warm, natural and calming and therefore aptly suits and pairs well with natural materials like stone and wood. I understand it stands for rejuvenation, tranquility and peace, and we all could use more of this!

I never tire of interiors that reflect nature, as this embraces the power of it, and I believe peach fuzz has captured the attention of many who seem to have become temporarily besotted with it, and just quietly, I think it is here to stay.

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Article written by Marina Mura

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