This Summer’s Dreamiest Decor Trend? Butter Yellow Everything
Butter yellow is everywhere right now, and it’s not just a passing trend. From runways to red carpets and now into our homes, this soft, sunny hue has quickly become the colour of the summer. It’s fresh, nostalgic, and quietly joyful - offering a more playful take on the warm neutrals we’ve all come to love.
Big names in design and fashion have already embraced it. KitchenAid’s latest collection is full of buttery tones, while celebrities like Timothée Chalamet and Sabrina Carpenter have been spotted in head-to-toe yellow looks on red carpets and at festivals. So, how does a colour like this suddenly take over? According to Pantone, colour trends are shaped by everything from film and fashion to politics and cultural shifts. Their 2025 Colour of the Year, Mocha Mousse, signals a wider return to comfort and warmth, making butter yellow the perfect complementary shade.
Refresh your space with the colour of the year Mocha Mousse.
From Runway to Room
Where fashion leads, interiors often follow. Butter yellow has made its way from the catwalk to the living room, and it’s now turning up in designer moodboards, showrooms, and styled shoots everywhere. Whether through paint, upholstery, or soft accessories, this colour offers a gentle way to bring brightness into your home without overpowering your space.
It feels fresh and optimistic while maintaining a sense of calm, and it’s incredibly easy to style. Designer and stylist Cassie Leisz describes butter yellow as a “cosier, more adaptable alternative to beige or cream”- particularly in rooms that lack natural sunlight. It instantly lifts a space without overwhelming it.
A Versatile Neutral (That Isn’t Beige)
Butter yellow’s appeal lies in its ability to shift with the seasons. In spring and summer, pair it with pastels like mint, lilac, or soft blue for an airy, calming look. Come autumn, it works beautifully with terracotta, navy and chocolate brown for a warm, retro-inspired palette. It also looks at home alongside natural materials like wood, linen, marble and rattan.
Unlike more saturated yellows, butter yellow doesn’t demand attention, it complements it. Whether you’re designing a kitchen, bedroom or bathroom, it adds light and warmth in a way that feels timeless and considered. And as Vogue put it, this isn't just another micro-trend - it’s a shade with staying power.
How to Style Butter Yellow at Home
You don’t need to repaint an entire room to get on board with this trend. Butter yellow works just as well in small doses, think vases, artwork, ceramics or even fresh flowers. These subtle touches help pull a space together and add a layer of light that’s easy to update with the seasons.
Our new Lemonade print captures everything we love about the colour. Soft pastel yellows blend with blush pinks and sage greens to create a gentle nod to nostalgia with a modern, uplifting twist. It’s perfect for kitchens, dining spaces or anywhere you want to bring in a little joy.
For something bolder, Positano celebrates the flower markets and golden light of the Amalfi Coast. Packed with vibrant yellow florals and rich painterly texture, it brings a coastal feel that works beautifully in neutral or Mediterranean-inspired interiors.
More Than Just a Colour
Butter yellow is more than a trend, it’s a mood. Optimistic, uplifting and versatile, it brings a sense of ease and warmth to both fashion and interiors. Whether you’re curating a space for a client or simply refreshing your own home, this subtle shade offers a golden glow that’s hard to resist.
Feeling inspired?
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