Paint and coatings brand Valspar announced its 2023 Colors of the Year with 12 trend-worthy and forward-thinking colors. This year’s collection is all about finding new comfort, embracing a flexible lifestyle, rediscovering joy, and leaning into the growing DIY movement.
In addition, the color experts at Valspar thoughtfully matched each color to a specific facet or emotion of life, all relating to what people may find helpful to complement their space.
“Valspar’s 2023 Colors of the Year are usable shades that encourage self-expression and anyone can envision in their space,” says Sue Kim, Valspar color marketing manager. “With our 12 colors to choose from, you are guaranteed to find a color that is picture-perfect for you.”

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Valspar 2023 Colors of the Year
Check out the complete palette and their descriptions below.
- Cozy White – Comfort – A comfortable white with a yellow undertone
- Villa Grey – Mindful – A cool grey that is balanced by the warmth of a yellow undertone
- Rising Tide – Health – A light blue that has a dose of softness
- Gentle Violet – Connection – A white softened by a violet undertone
- Holmes Cream – Joy – A classic tan that is dependable with a yellow undertone
- Ivory Brown – Natural – A washed brown tone inspired by the shades found in nature
- Blue Arrow – Balance – A cooled down blue with a slight yellow undertone
- Green Trellis – Calm – A hazy green with duality
- Desert Carnation – Inspired – Faded natural terracotta
- Southern Road – Contentment – A muted clay with a brown undertone
- Flora – Thoughtful – A deep blackened olive
- Everglade Deck – Restored – A deep midnight blue
All 12 colors are available at Lowe’s stores, Lowes.com, and independent retailers nationwide.