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Benjamin Moore Unveils Silhouette as 2026 Color of the Year

10/17/2025

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Benjamin Moore named Silhouette (AF-655) as its Color of the Year for 2026.
The espresso hue, softened by charcoal undertones, signals a shift to warmer, timeless interior colors.
Andrea Magno, Benjamin Moore's director of color marketing, notes Silhouette embodies tailored fashion and versatility.
The color sits in a curated palette with Swiss Coffee and Batik, indicating a long-lasting design shift.

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Benjamin Moore named Silhouette (AF-655) as its Color of the Year for 2026.
The espresso hue, softened by charcoal undertones, signals a shift to warmer, timeless interior colors.
Andrea Magno, Benjamin Moore's director of color marketing, notes Silhouette embodies tailored fashion and versatility.
The color sits in a curated palette with Swiss Coffee and Batik, indicating a long-lasting design shift.