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Soft hues are PASTELGREEN
perfect for when you For the past few seasons, pastels have been big on the
want to add subtle
colour to a room but fashion scene. Now they’ve trickled into interior design.
don’t want something The pastel du jour is green – rejuvenating shades of
too bright. mint and sea foam that breathe fresh air into any room.
“We see this in many spaces in the home as we embrace
its calming effect,” Decorex Africa’s Anita Bloom says.

Dulux Paint brand Dulux has chosen a soft green shade,
Tranquil Dawn Tranquil Dawn, as its colour of the year.
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LEAFGREEN

Youcanalsoexpecttoseedarkershadesofgreenthatdraw
inspirationfromnature.
Theworld’sgrowingsearchforwellness,whetherthrough
self-care,lessscreentimeormoretimeoutdoors,andits
concernfortheenvironmentdrivethistrend.It’swith
thisinmindthatpaintmanufacturerPlasconhasselected
MulberryLeafasitsfavouritehuefor2020.

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Bring the
outdoors inside by
teaming a dark green
wall with nature-
inspired décor.

Plascon Plascon Duram Putting
Mulberry Jumping Jiminy Green 066-6
Leaf G1-C1-1 G3-D1-2

BEIGE

Whilethere’sa move towards richer and bolder colours,
light beiges are also popular as they’re taking the place of
white walls.
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“Even in the Nordic style, where white has always been
the first choice,” Decorex Africa’s Anita Bloom says.
If you want a less-is-more approach to your interior,
these light beige shades are perfect as they add warmth
without being too noticeable.

Plascon Duram Dulux
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hue that adds
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