In recent years, design trends have shifted away from cool, minimalist interiors and towards warm, personalized ones. This noticable shift has played out in many spaces in the home, including in the bedroom. Designers filled us in on the bedroom paint colors that are out in 2026, plus the hues that are gaining favor with homeowners today.
Just as minimalist kitchens have been replaced with traditional ones, bedroom design trends have also shifted to reflect a desire for visual warmth. Cold tones — think icy blue or a cool gray — are less popular now than they were in years past, according to designers.
But it's not just the cool colors designers see homeowners turning away from. Deep, bright jewel tones are also less popular than they were a few years ago. One designer says that these once-trendy colors can become "visually tiring" over time.
Instead, today's homeowners are opting for earthy browns, creamy whites, and other colors that strike the right balance between warm and relaxing. These colors make your bedroom feel like a sanctuary where you can truly relax, according to design pros.
Keep reading to learn more about the bedroom paint colors designers say are less popular in 2026.
Pastels
“Cold, overly bright pastels—especially icy blues or washed-out pinks—will feel dated in 2026," says Stacy Garcia, CEO and chief inspiration officer of Stacy Garcia Design Studio. Instead of being influenced by quick and fleeting trends, Garcia says homeowners are gravitating toward bedroom paint colors that evoke calm and emotional connection. As people crave more inviting and enveloping spaces, icy pastels are beginning to feel like a dated bedroom color choice. "Softer, more atmospheric tones like whisper greens, muted blues, and warm earth hues will replace them, creating spaces that feel restorative and enduring,” Garcia says.
Anna Tatsioni, lead interior designer and architect at Decorilla, also sees pastel pinks making an exit from bedroom walls in the coming year. "In 2026, dusty and blush pink for bedrooms will finally fade," Tatsioni predicts. The designer shares that what started as a fresh alternative to boring beige, white, and gray walls has become just as predictable. "I enjoyed working with clients and this color, but it’s definitely been a trend over the past three or four years, so now I predict in 2026 I’ll see this less and less as it feels a little dated," Tatsioni says.
Cool Grays
Cool grays have been a staple for everything from kitchen cabinets to a home's over-all interior and exterior paint color. Bedroom walls have been no exception, but that's about to change. Janiece Lonvelin, the founder and principal designer of Velène Design House, expects the cool, icy grays that once graced bedroom walls to be completely out in 2026. "Once a go-to neutral, these shades can feel cold and uninviting, especially in spaces designed for rest and relaxation," Lonvelin says. The designer frequently specifies paint and shares that she's seeing a shift toward warmer and cozier hues that include dusty white tones, soft beiges, warm taupes, and earthy neutrals such as deep olive green, chocolate brown, warm terracotta, soft taupe, and mineral blue. "All of which help create a soft, soothing and inviting environment," Lonvelin says.
Trendy Accent Colors
For Lindsey Jamison, partner and lead designer at Rumor Designs, it's trendy accent colors such as dark blue, forest green, or deep maroon that will no longer look fresh and current on bedroom walls in 2026. "While these hues can be playful and expressive, they tend to date quickly and can become visually tiring over time," Jamison says. The "jewel box" and moody paint color trends popularized these deep shades in bedrooms, whether in the form of an accent wall, an all-over wall color, or a bold, color-drenched look. And while they make a dramatic design statement, these trendy paint colors aren't necessarily conducive to a serene environment. "Bold shades often compete with furniture and artwork, leaving the space feeling busy or overwhelming," Jamison explains.
Maria Sabella is a lifestyle writer with a passion for home and interiors — from paint colors and holiday decor to the latest design trends. Her work has appeared in outlets including Better Homes & Gardens, The Spruce, BuzzFeed and Bustle.
