Benjamin Moore’s new color for 2026, Silhouette AF-655, is a tailored, warm neutral. Silhouette weaves together rich espresso hues with subtle, refined notes of charcoal. This color makes a smooth evolution from Benjamin Moore’s 2025 - Cinnamon Slate. We are currently in a period where the trend is shifting towards warmer and richer tones.
We clearly feel the need for refined elegance, and Silhouette brings with it a luxurious feeling. It offers timeless sophistication combined with a warm, neutral alternative to black.
Benjamin Moore developed a Color Trend 2026 Palette that achieves the perfect balance between darker, richer shades and more delicate, subtle hues.It combines traditional tones with more poetic colors. Easy to pair with one another for a sophisticated approach to layering. This palette is versatile and gives a very cosy feeling.
Let’s discover how those colors can enhance the beauty of Silhouette, either by creating a contrast, or by gently brightening up the space.
Silhouette, Benjamin Moore’s color for 2026 is a neutral that pairs well with a wide variety of colors. Its warm espresso tones make it an easy dark neutral to incorporate into any space. Among the 2026 color trend collection, Batik is one of my favorites. A muted pink, that makes me think of soft cotton velvet. Incorporate some curtains in this Batik color to introduce a feminine touch into the space.
Benjamin Moore - Murano Sputn Art Glass Water Green Italian Chandelier and Pendant, 1970 1stDibs
Radiance has something muted and crisp at the same time, which reminded me of a modern chandelier crafted from Murano glass. Its transparency adds an intriguing depth. The presence of green tones are always welcome in the interior, as they bring a very natural and calming influence to the space.
Benjamin Moore - Zara’s Side table X Collagerie
Silhouette appears even more brownish than expected next to Narragansett Green. Here, we can clearly see how one color subtly influences the perception of the other. When paired with natural materials, this combination will be a winning combo for a countryside weekend house.
Benjamin Moore - Folk Ivory rug by The Rug Company
First Irish as well as Swiss Coffee are both light tones that will beautifully lighten up Silhouette. When your walls are painted in Silhouette and the floor features a darker wood finish, adding a wool rug in a warm off-white shade will introduce a cozy warmth to the room. It is here that quite luxury meets modern design.
Silhouette is a bold and confident tone, yet it remains approachable. It is both intriguing and familiar.This shade works very well in more contemporary interiors, as well as in more traditional settings. To enhance its impact, pair some furniture pieces in light tones to create be a refreshing contrast.
Benjamin Moore - armchair Angelo Baker and Stonehouse
Sherwood Tan is a perfect, timeless color. Much like the popular camel tones in fashion, it brings a classical and sophisticated touch. When combined with the dark walls in Silhouette and the woodwork painted in shades such as Swiss Coffee, Sherwood Tan will add warmth to the space. We have here a combination that never goes out of style.
This dusty red tone, Southwest Pottery, introduces in a pleasant contrast without being overwhelming. It can be seen it as a fresh interpretation of terracotta, more muted and a slightly deeper reddish hue. This is not a color that requires adjustment, instead, it feels as it was always around.
So Silhouette, Bejamin Moore’s color for 2026, is
A shift towards warmer, classic tones
Rich, soft and versatile — a timeless reaction to trend fatigue
Channels the quiet luxury of a modern suit
Adapting effortless across styles
What do you say: Silhouette would fit your style or is there another color in their 2026 palette you would prefer?
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