Colour of the Year 2026
As we step into the new year, Pantone has given us the perfect reset button with its 2026 colour of the year: Cloud Dancer. After years of dopamine decor and maximalist interiors, this soft and airy off white hue promotes tranquility and peace in a noisy world. “Cloud Dancer is a discrete white hue offering a promise of clarity,” says Leatrice Eiseman the Executive Director at the Pantone Color Institute.
It’s the perfect bathroom colour choice, as this year is all about creating your very own wellness retreat. This warm off-white tone feels gentle, breathable and tranquil, symbolising simplicity and a fresh start.
Our Top Tile Picks For The Cloud Dancer Look
Brooks Blanco | Gandi Arena | Ophelia Onyx | Brunel White | Ceppri Sand
The Ultimate Blank Canvas For The Bathroom
Perhaps the biggest benefit of Cloud Dancer is its incredible versatility. It acts as a sophisticated blank canvas, allowing the rest of your design choices to shine. Here are our styling recommendations when using Pantone's colour of the year Cloud Dancer in the bathroom.Natural Textures
Create an organic aesthetic and pair Cloud Dancer alongside light oak vanity units, stone effect floor tiles and wood effect tiles.
Highlight Hardware
Whether you prefer the warmth of brushed brass or the purity of this year's tending finish brushed nickel, Cloud Dancer provides a soft backdrop that makes fixtures pop without overwhelming the senses.
Adaptable Style
Because it is so neutral, you can easily refresh your look with new towels or accessories without ever needing to repaint or retile.
Pantone's Pallet Combinations
Curate your calm space, take a look at our tile picks to recreate the Pantone pallet combinations.
Powdered Pastels
These dreamy and serene shades bring a touch of colour, whilst the light nature of these pastel shades echoes the tranquility of Cloud Dancer.
Bonito Blue | Santa Cruz Ocre | Castello Lima | Canillo Garnet Pink
Take a Break
Warm and inviting, these earthy tones are perfect for creating a sumptuous sanctuary whilst Cloud Dancer keeps the pallet from feeling heavy and overwhelming.
Komodo Gold | Stockton Brown | Inca Marron Brown | Capri Orange
Glamour & Gleam
Bolder shades with hints of jewel tones, contrast beautifully with Cloud Dancer to create a luxurious yet soothing atmosphere.
Rainbow Crystal Galactic Blue | Nadia Berry | Luna Miranda | Navajo Pacifico
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