Every year, Dulux unveils its Colour of the Year, setting the tone for design trends in homes, workplaces, and- most exciting for event planners—event spaces. The Dulux Colour of the Year for 2025 is a mood-boosting vivacious shade of yellow. It is aimed at lifting the mood of the nation and beyond. What colour could be better then, to bring some feel-good energy to your next event? When it comes to ideas for using The Dulux Colour of the Year 2025 in event design? Read on.
ABOUT TRUE JOY THE DULUX COLOUR OF THE YEAR 2025
According to House Beautiful magazine, True Joy is ‘a dopamine-inducing yellow tone that encourages us to embrace change and simply ‘take a leap’. It is ‘aptly named True Joy for its ability to instant uplift a space and fill it with optimism and energy.’
The article summarises ‘Yellow has long been recognised as a colour that brings vibrancy to walls and a smile to faces – simply put, it’s a colour that makes us feel happy.’
True Joy is ideal if you’re planning a corporate event such as a gala dinner or a product launch. And for or private party or wedding, it’s even better. A fresh happy hue it offers to lift the mood and bring unbridled delight to your guests.
In this blog, we’ll explore creative ideas for using The Dulux Colour of the Year 2025 in event design and décor, with our guide to planning events with True Joy.
CREATING A COHESIVE TRUE JOY COLOUR SCHEME
The Dulux Colour of the Year 2025 isn’t just a stand-alone shade. In fact, Dulux suggests an entire palette of complementary shades that can differ according to mood and your goals for your scheme.
Using The Dulux Colour of the Year 2025 in event design doesn’t have to mean drench an entire room in True Joy. Which might be too bold for some. So, colours from orange to blue to grey and everything in between can be used to create a unique space that signifies your style.
True Joy is a confident choice so you can use it sparingly while still retaining the impact. Add pops of True Joy on napkins, tablescapes or floral displays.
Have a large oversized True Joy chill-out couch as a focal point in your space. Or use it as a bold colour for chairs or podiums.
Remember it’s the detail that counts, hide True Joy in plain sight. An upturned collar, the underside of a tablecloth or the sole of a stiletto. Or even the dessert table!
Here are some more ideas for True Joy colour schemes:
Complement True Joy with neutrals. Subtle yet sophisticated. Pair the Dulux Colour of the Year 2025 with neutral tones such as soft greys, off-whites, and taupe.
Accent True Joy with metallics. Chic and expensive. Gold, silver, copper. All provide a lustrous contrast to the True Joy’s brashness. Think gold-dipped cutlery, metallic tableware or floaty metallic drapery.
Clash True Joy with contrasting colours. Bring energy and vibrancy to your event with oranges and greens that are equally bold and beautiful.
CREATE STATEMENT FEATURE WALLS AND BACKDROPS
For events that include speaker panels or need an Instagrammable moment, using True Joy on a feature wall will demand your guests’ attention and provide a perfect canvas for branding or social media opportunities.
Create a photo zone – pairing True Joy with props, branded logos, or floral accents to give attendees a reason to snap and share their photos on social media. One example could be a wall full of blazing sunflowers – enough to coax any shrinking violet out of their shyness.
Ideas for using The Dulux Colour of the Year 2025 in event design are not just for weddings and private celebrations. For conferences, speaker events, or awards ceremonies, a flash of True Joy on your stage styling will draw all eyes to the action.
UPLIFTING TABLE SETTINGS AND FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS
When it comes to event décor, details matter. Table styling and floral arrangements offer another perfect opportunity to weave in the joyful Dulux Colour of the Year through your event.
Instead of traditional white bring in brightly coloured table linens and napkins: Use the Dulux Colour of the Year for tablecloths, runners, or napkins. If you feel a room full of True Joy tables is too much then alternate them with one using True Joy on the tablecloths and the next on the napkins – positive and negative.
For a more subtle approach, consider adding pops of colour through accent plates, chargers, or glassware. Mix in small doses of True Joy to create visual interest without overwhelming the eye.
Create stunning centrepieces with daffodils, freesia, mimosa and sunflowers all of which will add that True Joy glow to your floral design. But why stop at flowers. Add in lemons, craspedia balls and kumquats for a stunning display featuring an entire spectrum of yellow.
ENHANCE LIGHTING WITH SUBTLE HUES
Lighting plays a significant role in creating the ambience of an event. It’s also a powerful way to showcase the Dulux Colour of the Year. Whether through soft washes of coloured lighting or strategically placed accent lights, the right illumination can transform any space.
The Dulux Colour of the Year 2025 offers a sophisticated, versatile foundation for creating visually stunning and memorable events. Whether you’re planning a corporate function, a wedding, or a product launch, incorporating this hue into your event décor, branding, and overall design can help you stay ahead of trends while creating an unforgettable experience for your guests.
TRUE JOY DIY
Fancy creating your own tiered True Joy centrepiece at home? Try this ‘how to’ guide from Martha Stewart https://www.marthastewart.com/7896794/diy-wedding-centerpieces
Thanks for sharing our ideas for using The Dulux Colour of the Year 2025 in event design – happy planning!
For more ideas, check our the Dulux Colour of the Year 2021 – Brave Ground