Cloud Dancer Has Entered the Chat: Pantone’s 2026 Colour of the Year
Pantone has spoken, Cloud Dancer is the 2026 Colour of the Year, and it’s already making waves in interiors.
Soft, structural, and quietly uplifting, this gentle shade is everything we need right now.
A soft, billowy white with just a hint of depth, Cloud Dancer brings calm without feeling clinical, and freshness without tipping into warmth. It’s a colour chosen to reflect the moment we’re in - “a breath of fresh air,” says Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute. “It’s about opening our minds to the possibility of innovative new things and fresh ideas that clarify.”
For us at Perth Window Decor, this shade is an absolute dream for curtains, blinds, and custom soft furnishings
Why Cloud Dancer Works So Beautifully in the Home
Cloud Dancer is what Pantone calls a “scaffolding colour” - a neutral that supports every other colour around it. It doesn’t dominate; it elevates.
It’s effortless to work with because:
It pairs with every palette. From soft earthy tones to bold jewel colours, Cloud Dancer blends seamlessly.
It brings balance and clarity. Rooms instantly feel lighter, more open, and thoughtfully composed.
It softens strong lines. Its airy quality works especially well in spaces that benefit from gentle structure and fluid movement.
It enhances texture. In fabrics, Cloud Dancer comes alive - especially in plush or layered materials.
Pictured: Window Treatments by Perth Window Decor - S Wave sheer curtain in a European made fabric with a slight linen look texture.
Architects: Robeson Architects Image: Dion Robeson
How to Style Cloud Dancer in Your Curtains and Blinds
If you’ve been thinking about updating your window furnishings, Cloud Dancer is the perfect place to start.
1. Use Cloud Dancer as Your Base
Cloud Dancer works wonderfully as a foundational colour. Use it in sheer curtains, soft drapes, or roman blinds to create a fresh, elegant backdrop. From there, layer in tonally rich fabrics, textured weaves, or subtle patterns to add character.
2. Lean Into Softness and Flow
This colour was made for plush fabrics and soft angles. Think relaxed pleats, wave headings, and linen blends that move beautifully. Cloud Dancer gives these materials a floaty, almost ethereal quality - transforming drapes from something functional into something soothing.
3. Make Heavier Fabrics Feel Light
Cloud Dancer has a unique ability to make more substantial fabrics feel gentle and fluid rather than dense. In full-length curtains, it creates movement and softness without adding visual weight to the room.
4. Pair It With Any Palette You Love
This is the true magic of Cloud Dancer—it plays well with everyone. Whether you love warm neutrals, earthy greens, coastal blues, muted terracotta, or even bold accents, Cloud Dancer supports and elevates your palette instead of competing with it.
Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Refresh Your Windows or Soft Furnishings
With Cloud Dancer setting the tone for 2026, now is the ideal moment to bring this serene shade into your home. Sheer curtains, block outs, romans, and layered looks all take beautifully to this timeless white, making your space feel calm, balanced, and beautifully considered.
If you’re ready to explore this trend or want a custom look tailored for your home, Perth Window Decor can help you bring Cloud Dancer to life through expertly made curtains, blinds, and soft furnishings.
Step into 2026 with a look that feels fresh, thoughtful, and quietly transformative. Cloud Dancer is only the beginning.