Paint color predictions from companies and designers came out a few months ago. Green was a hands-down favorite. However, Pantone surprised everyone by launching Cloud Dancer as their Color of the Year 2026.
Cloud Dancer is described by Pantone as a “lofty white that serves as a symbol of calming influence in a society rediscovering the value of quiet reflection. A billowy white imbued with serenity, PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer encourages true relaxation and focus, allowing the mind to wander and creativity to breathe, making room for innovation.”
The Choice of Cloud Dancer Explained
Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute says, “At this time of transformation, when we are reimagining our future and our place in the world, PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer is a discrete white hue offering a promise of clarity. The cacophony that surrounds us has become overwhelming, making it harder to hear the voices of our inner selves. A conscious statement of simplification, Cloud Dancer enhances our focus, providing release from the distraction of external influences.”
“We are living in a transitional time where people are seeking truth, possibility, and a new way of living,” added Laurie Pressman, Vice President of the Pantone Color Institute. “PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer is an airy white hue that exemplifies our search for balance between our digital future and our primal need for human connection—a liminal space that is a launchpad for creative expression—as individuals and communities are experimenting beyond traditional boundaries, opening the door to increased imagination and innovation.”
White In Home Design
Cloud Dancer creates a spacious and serene feeling in homes. As Pantone said, “Cloud Dancer invites a space where function and feeling intertwine to build atmospheres of serenity and spaciousness, providing a refuge of visual cleanliness that inspires well-being and lightness, whether introduced in furniture or furnishings throughout the home. Infused with serenity, Cloud Dancer introduces a spa-like feeling into bathrooms and an open and spacious feeling in the kitchen.”
White and other light neutrals are colors of choice for many homeowners in the country. The demand for colors may have been growing over the years from Millennials, and even more from Gen Z who love to experiment with colors in their homes. Still, bright and light is the top choice today.
Boysen Equivalents to Cloud Dancer
Out of the many Boysen whites, we prepared three white paint color equivalents for you to choose from. The first one is a no-brainer; it has been Boysen’s all-time favorite paint color for decades.
Tulle White
Unlike a white color that makes a space seem cold and sterile, Tulle White makes a room feel relaxing and inviting because of its warm undertone. This is one of the reasons why Pinoys love this tint.
An advantage of white is that it can stand alone to make a statement, or it can be combined as well with other hues, like dreamy pastels, to come up with a color story.
White Shoulders
This is a second equivalent that we offer our customers. White on white is a beautiful combination. This understated elegance can make your space look serene and spacious, just like Cloud Dancer.
A tip to make a white space feel warm and cozy is to play with the tactile differences in the home furnishings. Use nubby weaves or natural fabrics to create interest. Add metallic accents for that glamorous look. Use ceramic, paper, or other natural materials for that organic vibe.
Angel KIss
If Pantone has Cloud Dancer, Boysen has Angel Kiss. This is the third equivalent that we offer.
A wood floor ground this space. Use color sparingly, like the thin black lines of the small furniture, so as not to overwhelm. The main event is definitely the white color on the walls and ceiling.
Where to Get these Boysen Whites
Head on to any Boysen Mix and Match Station to get your choice of white paint. Find a location closest to you by clicking on this link.
Before you finalize your purchase, ask to see the color swatches so you can compare the colors well. Once you’ve made the choice, it will just take a few minutes for your paint to be mixed if it is not on the shelf.
Here’s to a light and bright 2026!
