Dulux names Birthday Cake its 2027 Colour of the Year
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Summary
- Dulux named Birthday Cake, a warm dusty pink, as its 2027 colour of the year.
- The shade offers a versatile neutral alternative to beige, adding softness and optimism to interiors.
- It pairs well with natural textures and muted tones, creating calm and inviting spaces.
The era of playing it safe with colour is evolving. While neutral palettes remain popular, there’s growing interest in shades that add personality while still feeling calm and versatile.
That doesn’t mean neutrals are disappearing; instead, they’re just getting rosier. Dulux's 2027 Colour of the Year is Birthday Cake, a soft, dusty blush that's warm, refined, and surprisingly easy to live with.
The name might bring to mind frosting and confetti, but the shade itself is much more subtle. A muted rose with warm grey-brown undertones, Birthday Cake offers a softer, more contemporary alternative to beige.
Last year, Dulux turned to nature with Pine Forest, a deep green inspired by Canada's natural landscapes. Birthday Cake takes the conversation somewhere lighter and brighter, bringing a gentle hint of colour while keeping the easy-to-style appeal that made neutrals so popular.
Meet the grown-up pink
Beige has had a long run, and for good reason. It's easy to decorate around, works with just about everything, and rarely goes out of style. But today's homeowners increasingly want colours that feel a little more personal.
That's where Birthday Cake comes in. The dusty blush shade offers a fresh alternative to beige while remaining just as versatile.
"People want to rise above the weight of the world and bring more joy into their everyday lives," says Victoria Mastroianni, Senior Brand Manager at Dulux Paints.
If pink walls aren't usually your thing, Birthday Cake may change your mind. Its muted undertones help it blend naturally with wood, stone and other earthy finishes.
How to use it at home
The best part about Birthday Cake is that it doesn't require a complete redesign. Whether your style leans modern, traditional or somewhere in between, the muted blush shade can fit naturally into an existing space.
Birthday Cake pairs easily with cream, warm whites, taupe and natural materials like wood and stone. Brass or copper accents help bring out its rosy undertones, while terracotta introduces a rich, earthy contrast.
Not ready to commit to a full room? Try it on a bookshelf, interior door, or accent wall. Even a small dose of colour can soften a space and make it feel more inviting.
In living rooms, Birthday Cake works beautifully alongside linen, boucle and other textured fabrics. In bedrooms, its dusty undertones create a relaxed, cocoon-like feel that's softer than stark white walls. For kitchens, it softens cabinetry while feeling lighter and fresher than darker earthy tones.
The colours shaping 2027
While Birthday Cake may be getting the spotlight, it isn't the only shade making a statement in Dulux's 2027 palette.
Zen, a powdery blue, adds a light, airy feel, while Pineapple Delight delivers a cheerful, buttery yellow. For something a little richer, Pepperberry brings warmth with its rose-terracotta tones, while Silver Leaf offers a fresh take on sage green.
"Like dusty rose, these shades don't compete for attention. They encourage us to slow down, breathe and reconnect with what really matters," Mastroianni says.
The palette reflects a growing desire for homes that feel calm, comforting and lived in, proving that colour can be uplifting without dominating a space.
Refresh your home with 2027’s top colour
Ready to try Birthday Cake for yourself? Visit your nearest Dulux Paints store and start planning your next refresh.
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