8 Colour Palette Trends for 2025
Discover which shades were catching eyes and providing inspiration at the latest Maison & Objet design fair
Exhibitors returned for another imaginative and promising edition of the Maison & Objet design fair at the Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition centre this month (16-21 January). Echoing the event’s central theme, Sur/Reality, the colours chosen by the various brands present were full of verve and joy, promising a season of delight.
We took a closer look at the major colour combinations on show to give you inspiration for the year ahead.
We took a closer look at the major colour combinations on show to give you inspiration for the year ahead.
Coupe Curve glasses, &Klevering.
2. Tangy tints
There was a whimsical mood at the show, with small furniture and decorative accessories in zesty hues – a nod to colourful confectionery.
These sweet, summery shades included lime green, lemon yellow, strawberry pink, candy floss blue and more mouthwatering hues. Shapes were also part of the fun, as demonstrated by this set of glasses by &Klevering.
2. Tangy tints
There was a whimsical mood at the show, with small furniture and decorative accessories in zesty hues – a nod to colourful confectionery.
These sweet, summery shades included lime green, lemon yellow, strawberry pink, candy floss blue and more mouthwatering hues. Shapes were also part of the fun, as demonstrated by this set of glasses by &Klevering.
Oscar vases, Home Studyo.
3. Primary colours
The entire spectrum of primary colours, teamed with green, white and black, is also a combination to look out for this year.
Try grouping same-shade pieces in a colour-block style or mixing several items in different colours, such as vases like these by Home Studyo, for a bold display that showcases colour in its purest form.
3. Primary colours
The entire spectrum of primary colours, teamed with green, white and black, is also a combination to look out for this year.
Try grouping same-shade pieces in a colour-block style or mixing several items in different colours, such as vases like these by Home Studyo, for a bold display that showcases colour in its purest form.
Zig Zag stool, PolsPotten.
4. The full spectrum of pinks
We came across pinks in all tones at this year’s event, from fluorescents to paler shades and, of course, candy pink. Different hues blended harmoniously with one another and with similar colours, such as the rust red of this stool, to produce joy-filled monochromes.
Blood red and purplish red also featured in a number of the show’s booths.
4. The full spectrum of pinks
We came across pinks in all tones at this year’s event, from fluorescents to paler shades and, of course, candy pink. Different hues blended harmoniously with one another and with similar colours, such as the rust red of this stool, to produce joy-filled monochromes.
Blood red and purplish red also featured in a number of the show’s booths.
The “What’s New? In Decor” space. Photo by Anne-Emmanuelle Thion.
5. From orange to wine
One surprising colour that stood out at the show was orange, which boldly took the spotlight. While you may be used to seeing it teamed with ochres, it veered more towards pairings with reds and burgundies, notably in striped patterns for hypnotic designs.
5. From orange to wine
One surprising colour that stood out at the show was orange, which boldly took the spotlight. While you may be used to seeing it teamed with ochres, it veered more towards pairings with reds and burgundies, notably in striped patterns for hypnotic designs.
Stools and vases, PolsPotten.
6. Iridescent multicolour
Although iridescent shades made a timid appearance at last year’s fair, they were firmly back in force at this edition. Metallic and shimmery tints were everywhere, almost as a way to visually introduce our interiors to new technology, which these colours effortlessly conjure up through reflections that change in the light.
6. Iridescent multicolour
Although iridescent shades made a timid appearance at last year’s fair, they were firmly back in force at this edition. Metallic and shimmery tints were everywhere, almost as a way to visually introduce our interiors to new technology, which these colours effortlessly conjure up through reflections that change in the light.
Circulus dining table, Malabar.
7. Contrast with black and white
Hypnotising designs were central to this year’s trends, including distorted stripes that play with perspective.
Contrasts had an essential role, especially those combining black and white, reminiscent of Alice in Wonderland. Black and white was also on show in the form of chequered patterns.
7. Contrast with black and white
Hypnotising designs were central to this year’s trends, including distorted stripes that play with perspective.
Contrasts had an essential role, especially those combining black and white, reminiscent of Alice in Wonderland. Black and white was also on show in the form of chequered patterns.

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Farfalla dining table, Drugeot Manufacture in collaboration with Constance Guisset.
8. Honeyed woods
Wood remains a key material of choice, with timber types that should suit these new colour palettes. To keep the dynamic soft, honey-toned woods are in the limelight this season. Naturally, oak has a strong presence, particularly in Drugeot Manufacture’s new collection, which includes the Farfalla dining table seen here.
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8. Honeyed woods
Wood remains a key material of choice, with timber types that should suit these new colour palettes. To keep the dynamic soft, honey-toned woods are in the limelight this season. Naturally, oak has a strong presence, particularly in Drugeot Manufacture’s new collection, which includes the Farfalla dining table seen here.
Tell us…
What do you think of these colour palettes? Share your thoughts in the Comments.
1. The return of pastel colours
While they never truly left our interiors, pastels are making a strong comeback for the new season.
Among the popular pastel shades at the fair, one stood out in particular: lilac. It pairs well with different palettes, including more vibrant tones, such as the rich celadon and mustard in these Jonathan Adler vases.