Bringing 2025’s Colors of the Year to Life

Juliette Victoria | 20 Dec 2024 | Most Recent

In 1999, Pantone® released the first ever Color of the Year: Cerulean Blue. Since then, color trends have influenced home design every year. Today, expert brands like Behr®, Glidden® and HGTV® have also picked their own Color of the Year. As we enter 2025, these colors give you new ideas for your window treatments and help create spaces that feel cozy, luxurious and full of personality.

Collage of samples in colors inspired by the 2025 Colors of the Year including Pantone’s Mocha Mousse, HGTV’s Quietude, Benjamin Moore’s Cinnamon Slate, Glidden’s Purple Basil and Behr’s Rumors.

Enhancing Your Windows with Color

Window treatments are one of the easiest and most powerful ways to change a room. Color plays a big part in setting the mood of a space, and the 2025 Color of the Year trends – full of warm, rich and comforting shades – bring exciting possibilities for your windows.

Collage of some of the 2025 Colors of the Year including Pantone’s Mocha Mousse, HGTV’s Quietude, Benjamin Moore’s Cinnamon Slate, Glidden’s Purple Basil and Behr’s Rumors.

Whether you love cozy, neutral colors or bold, luxurious jewel tones, the right window treatment can be key to making any room feel more inviting and stylish.

Here are some ideas for using the 2025 Colors of the Year in your window treatments:

Soft, Grounded Neutrals for Relaxed Elegance

Colors like Pantone®’s Mocha Mousse, HGTV®’s Quietude and Benjamin Moore®’s Cinnamon Slate are perfect for creating window treatments that provide a calm, cozy atmosphere. These soft, grounded neutrals work beautifully in spaces like living rooms, bedrooms and lounges where relaxation is the goal.

Collage of samples in colors inspired by the 2025 Colors of the Year including Pantone’s Mocha Mousse, HGTV’s Quietude, Benjamin Moore’s Cinnamon Slate, Glidden’s Purple Basil and Behr’s Rumors.

Roller Shades & Cellular Shades

These simple, sleek shades look beautiful in neutral colors. They offer a clean look while making the room feel warm and inviting.
Bonus Tip: Cellular shades not only make your room appear warmer but feel warmer too! They help insulate your space, keeping it warmer in the winter.

Office with white walls, a desk and cellular shades in a muted seafoam green color.

Wood Blinds & Woven Wood Shades

These natural shades pair well with neutral shades like Mocha Mousse and Quietude. Plus, natural wood grain and materials like jute and bamboo add texture and dimension to a room.
Bonus Tip: For a more affordable option, Faux Wood Blinds in wood grain stains achieve the same look of wood blinds but at a lower price.

These window treatments allow you to create a serene environment with minimal effort while still looking stylish and comfortable.

Bold, Luxurious Jewel Tones for Dramatic Impact

If you love to make a statement, colors like Behr®’s Rumors and Glidden®’s Purple Basil are perfect for making your windows stand out. These rich, bold colors can turn your windows into the focal point of the room, adding luxury and drama to your space.

Samples inspired by the colors Rumors, a deep ruby red and Purple Basil, a rich and luxurious purple.

Roman Shades & Curtains

Bold colors like Rumors (ruby red) or Purple Basil (bold purple) look great with luxurious fabrics. Try floor-length curtains or Roman shades to bring out the richness of these colors.
Bonus Tip: Roman shades come in a variety of colors and patterns, so it’s easy to customize one of these shades in a Color of the Year in a way that matches your unique style.

Sheer Shades & Zebra Shades

If you want a softer look, try pairing rich jewel tones like Rumors or Purple Basil over softer window treatments such as sheer or zebra shades. This combination lets you enjoy bold color while keeping the atmosphere light and airy.
Bonus Tip: Zebra Shades are made of alternating room-darkening and light filtering panels, which make it easy to finely adjust light and privacy levels throughout the day.

A bedroom with deep purple curtains and gray-toned furniture.

These treatments work well in spaces like dining rooms, home offices or any room where you want to express creativity and luxury.

Balancing Window Treatments with Existing Decor

When you add the 2025 Colors of the Year into your window treatments, it’s important to balance them with your current decor. Here’s how:

Neutral Walls & Decor

If your walls and decor are already on the neutral side, consider using bolder window treatments in the 2025 Color palette. This will create contrast and make your windows stand out.

Colorful Aesthetics

If you already have a lot of color or pattern in your space, it’s better to choose window treatments in softer colors like Quietude or Mocha Mousse to keep the space feeling balanced and inviting.

Keep in mind that darker shades like Mocha Mousse and Cinnamon Slate can absorb more light, making a room feel cozy and intimate. Lighter shades like Quietude reflect light, making the room feel brighter and more open.

Why Window Treatments Matter

Window treatments are essential in every room, helping to control light, privacy and temperature. More importantly, they set the mood of your space. By choosing window treatments based on the 2025 Colors of the Year, you can make your home feel timeless, luxurious and warm. Whether you opt for the cozy appeal of neutral tones or the bold elegance of jewel hues, these shades will make your windows stand out and transform your room into a stylish, comfortable retreat.

Collage of samples in colors inspired by the 2025 Pantone Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse.

Don’t hesitate to experiment with different fabrics, patterns and window treatment styles to reflect your unique taste and bring out the best in these colors. We offer free samples shipped straight to your door so that you can make sure that color and fabric you choose is the right fit for your space.

If you’re unsure where to start, our Blinds.com Expert Design Consultants are ready to help with free virtual design help to guide you toward the ideal window treatments for your home. Simply call us at 800-505-1905.

About Author
A Houston native and proud University of Houston graduate, Juliette joined Blinds.com as a marketing copywriter in January 2023. She is a dedicated mom to Sage, a German Shepherd mix, and Mayari, a black cat. In her free time, Juliette enjoys playing video games, spending time with her family and tackling escape rooms. A fun fact about her is that she finds great joy in organizing spaces and believes her label maker is the best thing since sliced bread.