Julia's thoughts on Pantone 2026: The "Exhale" Your Home Needs Right Now
Pantone 2026 is Here: The "Exhale" Your Home Needs Right Now
Dearest design and decor lovers,
As we rush through the final busy weeks of the year, I have some news that feels like a collective sigh of relief. Pantone has just announced their Colour of the Year for 2026, and it is everything we have been craving.
Meet Cloud Dancer (PANTONE 11-4201).
After years of loud, high-energy trends, this colour is a billowy, balanced, warm white that acts as a "whisper of calm" in a noisy world. It isn’t stark or cold; think of it as a fresh page, a soft cloud, or a quiet Sunday morning. It signals a shift toward soft minimalism—creating homes that feel like sanctuaries, not showrooms. At by Giulia, this philosophy is woven into our very name. Our signature Pausa (Italian for 'pause') collection was designed for exactly this moment.
If you are looking to refresh your space for the New Year, or searching for that final, luxurious gift, here is how you can bring the 2026 energy of calm into your home without buying entirely new furniture.
1. The Perfect Match: The Pausa Throw in Alabaster
If Cloud Dancer had a physical form, it would undoubtedly be our Pausa Throw in Alabaster. Unlike flat cotton whites, our 100% European flax linen offers a rich textural grain that makes this white feel expensive, soulful, and inviting.
Styling Tip: Drape Alabaster over a dark grey or navy sofa. It instantly reflects light, lifts the room, and creates that serene "cloud-like" aesthetic.
2. The Dreamy Duo: Alabaster & Lavanda
Pantone’s 2026 forecast suggests pairing Cloud Dancer with vaporous pastels. Our Pausa Throw in Lavanda—a soft lavender hue—layers beautifully with Alabaster to create a sleep-inducing oasis perfect for the bedroom.
3. The Earthy Grounding: Terra Rosa
Prefer warmth? The Terra Rosa throw adds a "Mediterranean Summer" chic when styled against fresh whites, grounding the airy Cloud Dancer vibe with essential warmth.
The Ultimate Gift of Rest
Whether you are treating a loved one or giving yourself a well-deserved home refresh, a high-quality linen throw is more than just a blanket; it is an investment in a mood. It is a way to press the "Pausa" button on your living room.
Exclusive Holiday Offer
To ensure your sanctuary is ready for the holidays (or to get that gift under the tree in time), I am offering Free Express Shipping (in AU) and a complimentary dust bag on all orders placed before 21 December.
Let’s embrace the calm together.
With love,
Julia
Founder, by Giulia
