The Remodelista Color of 2018: Mignonette Green

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In an editorial meeting earlier this year, we were trying to define a certain shade of green (pale, grayish-green) emerging in new interiors. Someone suggested “mignonette green,” a shade named after the fragrant European plant Reseda odorata and marketed by Volkswagen for its 1958 beetle. Here’s a look at the color we’re calling the Remodelista Color of the Year.

pale green painted cabinetry in a sydney kitchen designed by arent & pyke f 17 — Above: Pale green painted cabinetry in a Sydney kitchen designed by Arent & Pyke from Kitchen of the Week: A Before/After Remodel in Sydney, Australia.

custom colored cabinets in a hackney apartment renovation by abel sloane and ru 18 — Above: Custom-colored cabinets in a Hackney apartment renovation by Abel Sloane and Ruby Woodhouse of design firm 1934.

nobis hotel copenhagen is covered in green, as seen here painted in the bedroom 19 — Above: Nobis Hotel Copenhagen is covered in green, as seen here painted in the bedroom. See more at Nobis Hotel Copenhagen: 11 Ideas to Steal for a Minimalist-Maximalist Interior.

green walls at casa fayette in guadalajara, mexico, by dimore studio from 20 — Above: Green walls at Casa Fayette in Guadalajara, Mexico, by Dimore Studio from Next Wave Modernism: Casa Fayette in Mexico.

a bedroom in the rawene residence with interiors by katie lockhart. the walls a 21 — Above: A bedroom in the Rawene Residence with interiors by Katie Lockhart. The walls are painted with quarter-strength Holdaway from Lockhart’s Everyday Needs Drikolor paint line. For more see A Soulful, Monastic House in New Zealand, Japanese-Shaker Style Included.

in farrow & ball decorating with colour (\20\13), author (and former featur 22 — Above: In *Farrow & Ball Decorating with Colour* (2013), author (and former features editor of *The World of Interiors*) Ros Byam Shaw, profiles journalist John Nicolson’s London house, which is painted in the company’s color Green Smoke. See more at Required Reading: Farrow & Ball Decorating with Colour.

one of the guest rooms at hauser & wirth&#8\2\17;s durslade farmhouse i 23 — Above: One of the guest rooms at Hauser & Wirth’s Durslade Farmhouse in Somerset, England, is accented with this particular shade of green. For more, see Steal This Look: An Eclectic Bedroom in Somerset, England.

green cabinets are seen throughout a house in the flemish countryside by buyse 24 — Above: Green cabinets are seen throughout a house in the Flemish countryside by Buyse Seghers Architects from A Fairy-Tale Castle in Belgium: The Architects’ Version.

green walls at the hobo hotel in stockholm from small space solutions: 5 t 25 — Above: Green walls at the Hobo Hotel in Stockholm from Small-Space Solutions: 5 Tiny Bedroom (and Dorm) Ideas to Steal from Stockholm’s Hobo Hotel.

green cabinets in a modern house in antwerp by belgium based made architec 26 — Above: Green cabinets in a modern house in Antwerp by Belgium-based Made Architects. Photograph by Tim Van de Velde courtesy of Made Architects.

the shade of green in tile form at a bathroom by katie lockhart, done in heath 27 — Above: The shade of green in tile form at a bathroom by Katie Lockhart, done in Heath Ceramics tile color “Soapstone,” from Bathroom of the Week: Two Bath Remodels with Bold Green Tile in Auckland.

at the newly designed caffe burlot in paris, studio dimore applied a bright ver 28 — Above: At the newly designed Caffe Burlot in Paris, Studio Dimore applied a bright version of the green shade to the walls of many different rooms.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Mignonette Green?

Mignonette Green is a soft and muted green color that is inspired by the delicate green hue of Mignonette flowers. It is named after the French word for the flower, 'mignonette.'

Is Mignonette Green a popular color trend?

Yes, Mignonette Green is a popular color trend in interior design, fashion, and home decor. It's a versatile color that can be used in various settings, from traditional to modern styles.

How can I use Mignonette Green in my home decor?

You can use Mignonette Green in your home decor in many ways. You can paint a feature wall, add accent pillows, or incorporate it into your curtains, throw blankets, and area rugs. You can also mix and match it with other muted or neutral colors to create a calming and cozy atmosphere.

What colors pair well with Mignonette Green?

Mignonette Green pairs well with other muted colors, such as soft blues, grays, and creams. It can also be paired with darker colors, such as navy or charcoal, to create a high-contrast look. Warm metallics like brass or gold can also complement Mignonette Green.

Is Mignonette Green suitable for any season?

Yes, Mignonette Green is a versatile color that can be used throughout the year. It's a perfect color for spring and summer, as it evokes a fresh and natural feel. However, it can also work well in fall and winter, as it pairs well with warm and cozy textures.

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