Sico 2011-2012 Paint Colour Trends

If you’re searching for the simple pleasures in life, surround yourself with heart-warming colours. They won’t be hard to find, as the year ahead in home decor will be all about using colours that celebrate the simplicity and beauty of everyday living, says leading Canadian paint brand Sico.

The 2011-2012 paint palette is dominated by warm, homey and comforting colours – a reflection of the public mood, says Dominique Pépin, Marketing Manager for Sico and a Chairholder of the international colour forecaster Color Marketing Group. According to research conducted by Sico’s international team of colour experts, the palette will be divided into three themes: Inviting, Authentic and Dazzling.

	Inviting: Colours reminiscent of the familiar things that make us happy dominate this grouping – including clear skies, juicy fruits and sunny fields – as do warm, nurturing shades of coral moss green and lavenders.. Back to basics as opposed to ultra-fashionable, the hues of this palette reflect a desire to return to a more relaxed, meaningful and informal style of living, and cherish the home as the place where we can truly be ourselves.
	Authentic: This grouping of colours demonstrates a growing appreciation among the public for the earth, its materials and creativity and is highlighted by timber, clay, earth and denim tones enlivened by a dash of inspiring yellow. These shades are intended to deliver a relaxed, harmonious and pleasing feel to treasure in the home.
	Dazzling: Unexpected colour combinations – like lime green and cocoa accents on a yellow background or turquoise and bubble gum pink used to liven up neutral walls – will increasingly be in style. The most energetic expression of simplicity is featured in this fun and imaginative group of colours. Think clean pastels and zingy tints.