"In a somewhat daring move when it comes to choices for its Color of the Year (or COTY), Benjamin Moore just named Silhouette (AF-655), a rich espresso crossed with charcoal, as its selection for 2026. I say daring because the brand's official color description does mention charcoal, a part of the gray family that's been the punching bag of the design world for the last few years. Make no mistake about it, though: Silhouette is as far from millennial gray as you can get."
"The connection between fashion and interiors has always been a source of inspiration, but this year in particular, we've noticed a renewed interest in suiting and classic silhouettes; the resurgence of timeless pieces; and the growing interest in the brown color family. Silhouette embodies these qualities with its depth and luxurious blend of burnt umber and delicate charcoal undertones. Like a perfectly tailored suit, this hue has the versatility and softness to bring a space from expected to exceptional."
Benjamin Moore selected Silhouette (AF-655) as its 2026 Color of the Year, a deep espresso crossed with charcoal that reintegrates gray undertones into brown. The hue combines warm burnt umber with delicate charcoal undertones to produce a refined, dimensional brown with an almost black feel in certain light. The shade connects to fashion through suiting-inspired classic silhouettes and a resurgence of timeless pieces. The color's soft quality and versatility make it usable across interiors, and dappled light alters its appearance on walls, enhancing depth while retaining a luxurious, tailored presence.
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