Sherwin-Williams has announced the 2025 Colormix Forecast: Capsules, featuring 48 trending colors designed to create a deeper connection between the colors and the lives they enhance. This year’s forecast marks a shift from the biennial color-family focus of Anthology to emphasize macro trend storytelling, showcasing Sherwin-Williams’ thought leadership in color forecasting.
The 2025 Colormix Forecast is divided into four carefully curated capsules: Chrysalis, Paradox, Wellspring, and Kindred. Each capsule tells a unique story through color, reflecting themes such as quiet luxury, joyful risk-taking, modern mindfulness, and a commitment to building a better world.
- Capsule One: Chrysalis captures the essence of peaceful, intentional living with colors inspired by natural elements like wood tones and sands. Notable colors include Grounded SW 6089, Carnelian SW 7680, and Mindful Gray SW 7016.
- Capsule Two: Paradox features a bold palette of vibrant colors and neutrals that defy expectations, including Dragon Fruit SW 6855, Frank Blue SW 6967, and Quilt Gold SW 6696.
- Capsule Three: Wellspring connects us to the land and handcrafted creations with mystical blues and compelling chromas. Key colors are Persimmon SW 6339, Upward SW 6239, and French Roast SW 6069.
- Capsule Four: Kindred emphasizes openness and belonging with warm neutrals and sheltering deeps. Highlighted colors are Redend Point SW 9081, Caribbean Coral SW 2854, and Koral Kicks SW 6610.
Sue Wadden, Director of Color Marketing at Sherwin-Williams, explained that the 2025 Colormix Forecast aims to immerse people in the storytelling world of Capsules. The forecast seeks to inspire innovation, create connections, and shape the future of residential and commercial design.
To complement the forecast, Sherwin-Williams is launching a new podcast, Colormixology, hosted by Sue Wadden. The podcast will delve into design trends, home and design technology, and the colors that move us. The first episode features discussions about the 2025 Colormix Forecast with Emily Kantz, Sherwin-Williams Color Marketing Manager, and Liz Hoekzema, Owner and Creative Director of KLH Custom Homes. Monthly episodes will include various industry leaders such as Sheila Bridges and Dabito.
The 2025 Colormix Forecast colors are available at Sherwin-Williams stores nationwide and online. Homeowners and professionals can order free Colormix Forecast color chip samples at swsamples.com or at local stores. Designers can also order complimentary color samples and the Colormix Forecast Lookbook at swcolormix.com.