Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year 2026 is Silhouette AF-655, a rich blend of espresso hues with subtle charcoal notes. This year’s selection leans a bit bolder than its predecessor, yet remains cozy, as it intentionally straddles the worlds of fashion and interior design. The brown-leaning tone taps into a growing inclination for espresso-inspired hues (we're looking at you, Mocha Mousse). The grounded gray-brown is currently trending in both interiors and fashion. "Like a perfectly tailored suit, this hue has the versatility and softness to bring a space from expected to exceptional," says Andrea Magno, director, color marketing & design at Benjamin Moore. Read on to see the sophisticated shade at work.
Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year 2026, Silhouette AF-655 wraps this contemporary dining room.
Silhouette AF-655 Is Benjamin Moore’s Color Of The Year 2026
“The connection between fashion and interiors has always been a source of inspiration but this year in particular, we’ve noticed a renewed interest in suiting and classic silhouettes; the resurgence of timeless pieces; and the growing interest in the brown color family,” says Magno. “Silhouette embodies these qualities with its depth and luxurious blend of burnt umber and delicate charcoal undertones.”
Silhouette aligns with homeowners’ ongoing love for earth tones, as documented in LUXE's 2025 paint color trends report. "[Earth tones] evoke a connection to nature and work well in creating warm, cozy and inviting spaces," shared Mark Schubert of Phillip Harrison Interiors when asked in 2024 about the upcoming year's most popular palettes. Silhouette offers a refined take on an otherwise earthy hue, taking inspiration from the look of classical suiting but with a modern twist.
The Benjamin Moore Color of the Year 2026 is Silhouette AF-655, a rich, earthy grayish-brown.
How To Use Silhouette + The Color Of The Year Palette In Your Home
Silhouette works beautifully in many areas of the home, especially cozy nooks like living rooms or primary suites where its depth can cocoon a space. It also works well as an accent. Pro tip: Combine it with one of the seven companion shades in the Benjamin Moore Color Trends 2026 palette, each of which is curated to harmonize with Silhouette.
Highlights of the palette include:
Swiss Coffee - an essential white with warm undertones
First Crush - a delicate blush-toned white
Southwest Pottery - a clay-like, brown-red hue
Raindance - a timeless gray-green
Whether paired with subtle neutrals or statement shades, Silhouette inspires a layered approach that treats interiors like couture. It’s a graceful meeting point between fashion and design, suggesting that true style transcends the closet and lives throughout the home.
First Crush and Raindance from Benjamin Moore's Color of the Year 2026 palette encircle this dining room.
