Autumn Winter 2026

PANTONE

18-5115 TCX

North Sea

PANTONE

11-0107 TCX

Papyrus

PANTONE

19-3642 TCX

Royal Purple

PANTONE

18-1409 TCX

Peppercorn

PANTONE

13-0540 TCX

Wild Lime

A Sophisticated Contrast: The Mood for AW 2026

The Autumn/Winter 2026 season is set to be defined by a story of sophisticated contrasts, where soulful depth meets unexpected vibrancy. The color palette begins with a rich, grounding foundation, built upon the union of the deep, mysterious North Sea and the noble, passionate Royal Purple. This duo, reminiscent of a twilight seascape, is further anchored by the earthy, stable hue of Peppercorn, creating a sense of timeless elegance and rooted calm.

However, this serene and classic mood is not without its surprises. The entire narrative is suddenly pierced by the electrifying energy of Wild Lime—a bold, acidic pop that injects a dose of modern dynamism and rebellious spirit. This sharp contrast prevents the palette from becoming too somber, instead imbuing it with a forward-thinking edge. Finally, a soft, historical whisper of Papyrus provides a delicate counterpoint, offering a subtle, ancient texture that softens the more intense colors and connects the story to a sense of heritage and quiet refinement. The result is a harmonious yet captivating blend of tradition and modernity, perfect for setting the mood for the season.

The 'Autumn Winter 2026' palette is a vibrant collection that reveals a unique, memorable personality. The foundational theme is established by a deep base of dark, anchoring tones, including 'North Sea' and 'Peppercorn', which provide a stable visual anchor. This base is brought to life by a series of surprising splashes of color, including 'Papyrus', 'Royal Purple' and 'Wild Lime', that prevent the composition from feeling predictable. The palette's dynamic range is defined by the deep, grounding presence of 'North Sea' and the luminous highlight of 'Papyrus'. This is a 'Vibrant & Eclectic' palette, characterized by a diverse range of hues and strong contrast, making it perfect for designs that need to feel energetic, modern, and full of life. This balanced toolkit makes it a go-to choice for high-end home textiles and accessories, as well as the world of fashion and textiles.

Inspirational Patterns

Seamless leopard skin pattern with hand drawn art abstract wild African skin and butterfly wing background elements in brown, blue and black colors
Seamless small flower pattern, luxury khaki and blue tones. Watercolor, blurry, abstract batik style with brush strokes. Leafy florals on a green background. Hand drawn vector pattern.
Seamless glittering star pattern with isolated abstract leopard and tiger skin background elements with denim texture in brown blue and silver colors
Seamless floral pattern with blue and green hand drawn abstract flower and leaf background elements. Flower garden wallpaper design vector
Seamless glittering star pattern with isolated abstract leopard and tiger skin background elements with denim texture in brown blue and silver colors
Bold surreal distressed grunge print with trash bag, fried egg, cheese toast, and glitch codes. Designed for t-shirts and posters. Ironic brutalist style with mixed graphic elements, graffiti graphic.
Seamless floral pattern with blue and beige hand drawn abstract flower and leaf background elements. Flower garden wallpaper design vector
Seamless brush pattern with hand drawn abstract brushwork background elements in orange, blue and beige colors
Snakeskin print, Artistic stylish seamless vector repeating snakeskin, black, brown, beige and red transitions, overlapping elements, trend seamless pattern for fashion, background, decor
Leopard skin print, Artistic stylish seamless vector repeating leopard animal skin, black, brown, beige and white transitions, overlapping elements, trend seamless pattern for fashion, background, dec
Seamless floral pattern with blue and green hand drawn abstract flower and leaf background elements. Flower garden wallpaper design vector
Leopard skin print, Artistic stylish seamless vector repeating leopard animal skin, black, brown, beige and green transitions, overlapping elements, trend seamless pattern for fashion, background

Color Palette Q&A

  • What is the HEX code for Pantone 18-5115 TCX (North Sea)?

    The HEX code is #316C6B.

  • What is the RGB value for North Sea?

    The RGB value is rgb(49, 108, 107).

  • What is the HEX code for Pantone 11-0107 TCX (Papyrus)?

    The HEX code is #F5EDD6.

  • What is the RGB value for Papyrus?

    The RGB value is rgb(245, 237, 214).

  • What is the HEX code for Pantone 19-3642 TCX (Royal Purple)?

    The HEX code is #603F83.

  • What is the RGB value for Royal Purple?

    The RGB value is rgb(96, 63, 131).

  • What is the HEX code for Pantone 18-1409 TCX (Peppercorn)?

    The HEX code is #6C5656.

  • What is the RGB value for Peppercorn?

    The RGB value is rgb(108, 86, 86).

  • What is the HEX code for Pantone 13-0540 TCX (Wild Lime)?

    The HEX code is #C3D363.

  • What is the RGB value for Wild Lime?

    The RGB value is rgb(195, 211, 99).