Deep, rich hues are having a major moment – think dark, luxurious shades that deliver all the drama.
WORDS Gina Dionisio
When it comes to colour, organic hues are perfect for creating a calming atmosphere, but if you are looking to turn the volume up, then richer shades might be the answer. Enter Plascon‘s 2025 Colour Forecast with its intense collection of stand-out colours.
The new Dark family of seven tones stands out with striking, refined shades – perfect as bold accents or for bathing an entire room in dramatic colour. “Whether used as details to add depth or full-blown statement features, the Dark family infuses any space with an opulent allure that is sophisticated and deeply connected to the evolving design sensibilities of South Africa,” says Kristel Dreyer, Brand Marketing Manager at Kansai Plascon.
Shades Setting the Tone
Nuance is the defining characteristic of every hue in the Dark family, with each one perfectly designed to create standout tone-on-tone decor or offer a grounding element in a personalised palette. Plascon’s Black Bean (71) is to brown what charcoal is to black – providing a softer, cooler-toned variation of its more saturated counterpart. Rhine Castle’s (54) grey-brown, by contrast, presents a subdued take on light, airy millennial grey. Then there’s the luxurious Black Beard (B7-E1-1), with its midnight purple undertones.
Mother Earth (Y1-E1-1) is a deep khaki that manages to be both grounded and organic as well as sophisticated, while the leather-like hue of Beautiful Brown Eyes (R3-E1-1) brings elegance and masculine refinement.
Inspired by nature’s finest treasures, the jewel highlights in the Dark family evoke sumptuous comfort, with richness that reflects the beauty and rarity of precious stones. Showstopper (102) strikes a balance between garnet and ruby red. Mystic Copper (03-C1-1) brings the moody orange of carnelian or deep citrine to life, adding a touch of warmth and depth.
Design Tip
Dial up the drama of rich, dark hues by pairing them with contrasting finishes – glossy metals, velvet, leather, or high-gloss lacquer. | plascon.co.za
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