We’re quick to share the latest and greatest trends (that’s part of the gig, folks), but our highest decorating ideal remains the same from year to year: Choose what you love, and the rest will follow.

We asked interior designers about the one color that people should be leaving behind in 2025 and their answer may surprise you.

The right paint color is the foundation for a living room you'll love for years to come. Not everyone wants to design a living room over and over again. While there are some who wouldn’t mind picking out paints and fabrics every few months—either because of their careers or hobbies—the vast majority of us would much rather wait years between home updates.

Interior designers have some pretty strong feelings when it comes to detrimental paint color mistakes. Here, they weigh in on the mistakes you should stop making.

Natural light is a game changer in any room. It can make your space feel larger, airier, and more relaxing, so it's best to maximize it when you can. Thankfully, paint colors can do just that—if you're intentional with your selection.