Dunn-Edwards Corp. has chosen French Press Coffee (DEBN07) as its 2027 Color of the Year. The deep brown with a subtle plum undertone embodies the rich character of roasted coffee and the appeal of lived-in luxury.
The elevated neutral invites a moment of pause, evoking the ritual of a fresh cup of coffee and the grounded energy that follows, Dunn-Edwards says. Dark and atmospheric, yet restrained and sophisticated, this hue represents a clear shift in design toward depth, personality, and nuanced warmth.
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“French Press Coffee is the kind of color that reveals itself gradually,” says Lauren Hoferkamp, color marketing manager at Dunn-Edwards. “As light shifts throughout the day, its subtle plum undertone emerges, adding complexity you don’t always see in a neutral. It’s grounding and restrained yet full of character. With its moody, rich hue, this color works beautifully across a wide range of spaces and applications.”
Dunn-Edwards color experts identified a shift away from the cool grays, stark whites, and flat beiges, in favor of warm, earthy hues. French Press Coffee is more tailored than stark black and more refined than charcoal gray, which belongs to a new category of moody neutrals.
The mood-setting hue can dress intimate spaces, larger rooms, cabinetry, and exteriors with rich sophistication. French Press Coffee pairs well with earthy greens, clay tones, and soft creams, which complement the subtle plum undertone, while walnut, aged brass, honed marble, and linen textiles stand out beautifully against its dark, smoky presence, Dunn-Edwards says.
French Press Coffee reflects the brand’s commitment to timeless design as the company enters it second century. The color pick anchors the full 2027 Color Trends collection.
