NOW that autumn has officially arrived, there’s no better time to give your home a refresh.
While the new season brings comfort and cosy vibes, not everyone enjoys the lack of sunshine and colder days.
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Which is why interior experts have revealed that now is the perfect time to add some colour back into our lives.
And it’s all about “edible” interior colours this year, with the quirky new decor style dominating trends.
Food-inspired interiors and, specifically, fruit-inspired paint colours are in high demand in 2025, experts have said.
A new study by pros at The Paint Shed has revealed that over 2.4million people across the globe have been searching for it so far this year.
And the most in-demand colours range from lime and apple to cherry and wine — a palette the brand has dubbed “sugar drenching.”
Colour and paint expert Michael Rolland said searches showed that 40 per cent of the top 25 shades that people are looking for are “edible” colours.
And he has revealed the top ten most sought-after “edible” interior colours in 2025.
Green dominates the list, with four of the top five spots collectively attracting over 1.2 million searches.
At the top of the list is Lime, which is a bright and bold colour, followed by the slightly softer but warmer Apple and then the earthy, calming tones of Olive.
Chocolate makes a surprising appearance at number four in the list, with its deep richness impressing homeowners this autumn.
Another green colour rounds out the top five, adding a touch of tranquillity, freshness, and optimism to the home.
Classic fruit colour Peach comes in sixth on the list, with many drawn to its soft and delicate, yet light and cheerful tones.
Lemon follows close behind, injecting some energy and brightness into the home, and then Salmon for its cosy, welcoming finish.
Duck Egg Blue is ninth on the list with the soft, muted tone that offers a versatile, calming, and fresh aesthetic.
While Mocha rounds out the top ten, with homeowners drawn to it for creating a relaxing, intimate, and cosy atmosphere.
Other Beverage tones, such as red wine and espresso, also proved popular, totalling over 152,000 searches.
PERFECT PAIRINGS
FOR those keen to incorporate these colours into their home, Michael has shared his top tips on styling these tasty tones. He says:
Lime Paint – “Lime is bright, bold and a little avant-garde, perfect for accents. Pair with emerald or neutrals so its zest doesn’t overpower and wash across kitchen cabinets and feature walls.“
Apple paint – “Apple green paint is ideal for kitchens, where it brings warmth and freshness. It pairs beautifully with warm wood tones and toasted neutrals.”
Olive paint – “Olive green paint works well in smaller spaces such as bathrooms, cosy bedrooms or studies. It complements natural textures and suits both colour drenching and single accent walls.“
And psychotherapist Amy Thomas-Owen said our growing obsession with dessert-based paint palettes is deeply rooted in psychology.
She explained that more and more people are being pulled to this because food is associated with offering safety and comfort.
And this, in turn, is exactly the feeling we want to have when we enter our homes.
Amy said: “In the wake of ongoing uncertainty, from cost-of-living stress to digital overwhelm, people are understandably turning to their homes for a sense of emotional safety and comfort.
“Food-based tones tap into this need by evoking positive emotions and memories, and help to create spaces that feel soothing, tactile and emotionally safe.”
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