Walden Pond (312D) is our 2020 Colour of the year! We couldn’t be more excited about this colour because it was chosen by you, our customers, during the Hue Do You Think You Are contest!

Named after a glacier-fed lake, Walden Pond is a soothing, serene shade of blue. The hue evokes relaxation, calming the mind. This neutral tone works well as a base colour for your walls, as the blue hues won’t overwhelm your room. Pay attention to temperature when choosing colour for your walls, cooler hues promote tranquility and are perfect for bedrooms. Blues are making a comeback as base-wall colours — the soothing neutrality of this colour is a welcome respite from off-white or grey for a living room.

The colour echoes shades reminiscent of the Memphis movement that began in the 80s. And, as design trends are often cyclical, we’re currently seeing a semi-resurgence of this movement with influencers and interior designers. In true Memphis fashion, you can pair this tone with vibrant oranges, like Ginger Spice (230G). Check out the Six to Mix Color Journey, ‘Retro Chic ’ for more on styling Walden Pond in a vintage manner.

For a more fashion-forward feel, accent Walden Pond with modern metallics like bronze or rose gold — try incorporating these metallics in as pieces of furniture or as accent frames for art pieces or photographs. To stay sophisticated and timeless, pair Walden Pond with a khaki, like Wanderer (427D) or Surrey Cream (430B). Since this shade is a neutral tone, you can use it for entire rooms like your nursery or bathroom.

One of our favourite things about Walden Pond is that it is extremely versatile. Explore the many colour collections available at Colour Journeys.