Benjamin Moore's Color of the Year 2020

Benjamin Moore just revealed it’s Color of the Year for 2020: First Light 2102-70. Having studied The Psychology of Color, we know how important color is to our everyday lives when it comes to our living spaces. Not only does First Light bring an air of calm and relaxation, the complimenting color combinations are endless, making it such a versatile color choice. Benjamin Moore describes First Light as a “soft, rosy hue blooming with potential.” We have to agree! Here’s what we think of the new Color of the Year!

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First Light 2102-70 - Benjamin Moore

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Why We Love It!

First Light is gender neutral enough to use in any room with the right compliments. The bright and airy color makes a room feel more open, especially when combined with lots of natural light. It’s uplifting, cheery, and serene; whether used for the entire space or a nice accent wall, First Light is definitely a great choice!

It pairs well with so many colors, but our favorite pairings are Blue Danube 2020-03 and Crystalline AF485.

Blue Danube

Crystalline

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"First Light 2102-70 reflects a new definition of the home—a shift in mindset from the material to satisfying the core needs in life: community, comfort, security, self-expression, authenticity and ultimately, optimism.” -Andrea Magno, Benjamin Moore's Director of Color Marketing and Development

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How to Use it

We would absolutely love to see First Light on a ceiling! It’s soft enough to not feel overwhelming but brings enough hue to create a nice accent. It is a great alternative for someone who tends to stay away from bold colors but still wants an alternative to white and beige shades.

This color also lends itself to the use of sage green accents, lots of natural plant life and succulents, and mixed materials. Mixing elements such as concrete or natural wood creates a great contrast with this color.

This versatile color would work well in a sunny kitchen, a comfortable living room, or a relaxing bedroom. So many options!

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