Rich & Refined: Silhouette is Benjamin Moore's 2026 Color of The Year.
- By Design Interiors
- Nov 6
- 2 min read
Benjamin Moore recently announced their 2026 Color of the Year: Silhouette AF-655.
"The new era of elegant neutrals"
Benjamin Moore's Silhouette is a rich and moody espresso-brown hue with subtle hints of charcoal. It's a bold neutral that is defined as elegant and enduring; moving away from stark whites and grays and towards deeper, grounded color palettes.
It's inspired by refined simplicity of classic tailoring, the name 'Silhouette' eludes to this bespoke influence. It offers a warming depth that is luxurious yet calm. Both commanding yet inviting, Silhouette offers a steady foundation for adding in metallics, prints, lush fabrics, and softer colors.
How to use this elegant shade
The hue can be applied as an accent wall to create a focal point in a living room, office, or bedroom.
Apply to trim and millwork of your room for a bold contrast. Benjamin Moore experts suggest to pair Silhouette with a warm whites, like Benjamin Moore's Swiss coffee (OC-45) for a crisp, high-contrast look.
Color drenching a room in this moody hue can create an immersive and cozy experience! We love the concept of using Silhouette on the walls, ceiling, and trim of a study, bedroom, or dining room to really make a statement within a home.
Incorporate this rich hue for kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets or built-ins a high-end for a bold look.
See the full Color Picks for 2026:
Benjamin Moore also released a full palette of complementary colors to use with their 2026 Color of the Year: Silhouette
Swiss Coffee (OC-45): A warm, creamy white that provides a soft and inviting contrast.
First Crush (CSP-310): A muted, blush-toned white that offers subtle warmth.
Raindance (1572): A steely, calming blue-green with versatile gray undertones.
Southwest Pottery (048): An earthy, sunbaked red-brown that adds a touch of warmth and energy.
Narragansett Green (HC-157): A deep, blackened teal that adds historic charm and depth.
Their selected palette of colors range from soft, pale neutrals to bolder greens, clays and tan. Each pair beautifully with this espresso, rich color in their own unique way!
Timelessness And Refined!
The allure of BW's Silhouette, is in its timelessness. The hue offers a rich, classic, tailored will last for years to come. So, what do you think? Are you a fan of Silhouette?
Let us know in the comments!
-BDI