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It's time for another Etsy Trends episode!!!! Today we're exploring the design shifts shaping buyer behavior as we head into 2026. These are the cues that can help you plan smarter, design intentionally, and create products that really resonate with shoppers in the year ahead. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com
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Colors of the year: Benjamin Moore: Silhouette AF-655 Rich espresso brown with notes of charcoal https://www.elledecor.com/design-decorate/color/a69034685/benjamin-moore-color-of-the-year-2026/
Behr: Hidden Gem-- A smoky jade green https://www.behr.com/consumer/inspiration/2026-color-of-the-year/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=brand&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=14432388671&gbraid=0AAAAADkfjhVbFdqCzMYil1rMqa0P7oQqN&gclid=Cj0KCQiAubrJBhCbARIsAHIdxD8OnS65zRJdwoStdexqwO0nKCjVyzoeDlDKfB4PBdmqQQf6ia14gzAaAieuEALw_wcB
PPG has named Secret Safari—a yellow green with lime undertones https://www.ppg.com/en-US/industrialcoatings/color/coty
Sherman Williams is projecting a few different palettes including: Icy cool toned pastels Bold warm fiery colors like natural clay, buttery yellow Sophisticated dark nocturnal colors—think dark neutrals with a moody edgy Foundational neutrals (interesting—it seemed like other sources are saying they're out) https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-collections/colormix-forecast/2026
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