Exclusive First Look at Haymes 2015 Colour Forecast.

Rhythmic Palms colour theme. Photo by Martina Gemmola / Styling by Ruth Welsby.
This theme presents a fresh and crisp take on the ambiguity of what lays beneath the tree tops.

Rhythmic Palms colour theme. Photo by Martina Gemmola / Styling by Ruth Welsby.
The theme explores notion of escapism and replenishment through a deep, rich palette that amplifies colour and pattern.

Rhythmic Palms colour theme. Photo by Martina Gemmola / Styling by Ruth Welsby.
Capturing and exaggerating the scale of the environment to make a real statement in the home, playing on obvious motifs with oversized patterns and saturated colours to truly encapsulate the jungle feel; instinctual and primitive.

Raw colour theme. Photo by Shannon McGrath / Styling by Haymes Colour Team.
The focus shifts to minimalism using colours, textures and materials in the home derived from nature.

Raw colour theme. Photo by Martina Gemmola / Styling by Ruth Welsby.
This natural palette is very subdued, generating an ethereal atmosphere with warm brow and cream tones forming the perfect base for any interior styling.

Exotic Botanic colour theme. Photo by Martina Gemmola / Styling by Ruth Welsby.
The hypnotic colour palette of this theme creates great depth and affluence, revitalising even the simplest of spaces.

Exotic Botanic colour theme. Photo by Martina Gemmola / Styling by Ruth Welsby.

New Skin colour theme. Photo by Martina Gemmola / Styling by Ruth Welsby.
Inspired by the familiarity and comfort that ones gets from their favourite pair of jeans – a feeling of a second skin. providing an easy living, understated style, naturally constructing a sense of relaxation and tranquility in any home.

I feel excited to share these hot off the press images today and also give you a super exclusive first look at ‘2015 Colour Expressions Forecast’ by Haymes. Having had the pleasure of working with Haymes in the past, I am simply elated at the images they’ve produced for their colour forecast this year. It’s just so great to see Haymes taking things up a notch in the styling and photography department. Bravo!

The new themes for 2015 have been derived from various trend-forecasting means. This research, together with Haymes’ own colour direction, forms the five trends that make up the Colour Forecast for the year ahead. Haymes’ inspiration comes from “an overriding awareness that people need to feel comfortable and secure within their home. Throughout each forecast look, the varying materials and colour palettes used reflect this concept of wanting to feel safe and relaxed within a space, providing a tranquil and soothing setting.”

The notion of re-connecting to our roots has seen a shift in colour direction, as we move towards softer palettes. This is evident in the two themes ‘Raw’ and ‘New Skin’ of solid and dependable colours. The exploration of natural tones leads to the development of lush greens and dusty pinks, which is illustrated in the themes ‘Rhythmic Palms’ and ‘Exotic Botanic’, both echoing the diversity of nature. In contrast, ‘Relaxed Replay’ brings together feel good, vibrant colours like bright yellow and hot pink, which is a reminder of the retro era. My personal favourite? That’s super easy – Rhythmic Palms of-course. How about you?

[Images courtesy of Haymes.]