These Will Be the Hottest Paint Colors for Summer 2025

Warmer days are soon approaching, and there are a few key paint colors that designers are especially excited to break out to mark the start of summer 2025. Here, they share five shades they believe will be making major waves in the coming months. These colors will give your home the perfect refresh—just in time for the sunniest, happiest season.

Earthy Greens

Danielle Chiprut, the founder of Danielle Rose Design Co., shares that earthy green (specifically Benjamin Moore’s Enchanted Forest) is going to make waves this summer. “It brings the outdoors in, striking the perfect balance between moody and grounding,” she notes. “This shade feels both nostalgic and fresh—layering beautifully with natural materials like rattan, linen, and warm woods.”

Best of all, Chiprut adds, this particular hue looks fantastic used in small and large doses alike. “Whether wrapping an entire room or used as an accent, it creates a space that feels collected, cozy, and effortlessly chic,” the designer says.

Louis Duncan-He, the founder of Louis Duncan-He Designs, also has his eyes set on green for the upcoming season, citing Benjamin Moore’s Jojoba as his top pick. “It’s the perfect ‘neutral’ version of green, with an underlying warmth but still can work wonderfully with rich woods and brass,” he says.

Muddy Browns and Deep Reds

Green isn’t the only earthy hue to embrace this summer, so why not pair it with another trending shade? “As we move into summer, expect to see warm earth tones layered in striking combinations with moody greens and purples,” designer Erin Tripodi says of muddy browns and deep reds, adding that she has enjoyed seeing these hues make “a strong comeback” earlier in the year already.

In the above living space, Tripodi used Benjamin Moore’s Beaujolais on the ceiling and trim and added a green grasscloth covering to the walls.

Another similar hue to consider is Portola Paints’ Zion Roman Clay, which Vyanca Soto describes as “a rich, sunbaked terracotta that embodies the warmth and nostalgia of summer.” The founder of Market Studio Interiors adds, “It’s a modern take on the classic earthy reddish-brown, with just enough red undertone to add vibrancy without overpowering a space.”

Soothing Blues and Grays

Embrace a soothing blue-gray like Benjamin Moore’s Boothbay Gray this summer, encourages designer Elizabeth Burch. “A crisp, blue paint color is perfect to evoke that summer feeling,” she says of the shade she used on the above bathroom vanity. “Add a touch of gingham and you’re set for the season!”

Sabrina Dylag, lead designer at MDI Luxury Design, has her eyes on Farrow & Ball’s Lulworth Blue, noting that the color “is set to be a trending summer shade due to its serene, coastal-inspired vibe.” She adds, “The soft, muted blue evokes the tranquility of the sea and sky, making it perfect for creating relaxing, airy spaces that promote peace and well-being.”

Creamy Whites

There is definitely a difference between summer whites and winter whites, explains Brittany Marom. “Moving away from cold, winter whites, nothing feels more fresh and crisp than a white with a dash of cream in it,” the designer says. She is partial to Benjamin Moore’s Simply White for summertime, noting, “It also makes all the summer florals extra vibrant as seen here in our dining room.”

Another creamy hue to consider is Alabaster by Sherwin-Williams. “It is a soft cream that can go with just about anything,” says Shannon Kadwell, kitchen and bath designer at Anthony Wilder Design/Build. “It is bright without losing the cozier peacefulness of a cream.”

Salmon Pinks

This summer, why not think pink? Kerri Pilchik, the founder of Kerri Pilchik Design, is a fan of Farrow & Ball’s Pink Ground. “I love this color for summer as I’m finding warmer, less bright colors more sophisticated,” she says. “It would be beautiful paired with jungle green or peacock blue in an outdoor setting.”