Benjamin Moore’s Color of the year for 2025 has arrived!

This color brings in warmth, richness, and a grounding energy to spaces both contemporary and classic. This unique color blends an earthly brown with a heathered plum, creating a shade reminiscent of the spice and the natural world. Cinnamon Slate is as versatile as it is captivating, offering depth that works beautifully across a variety of interior settings.

In a time when homeowners seek comfort, connection, and character in their own spaces, Cinnamon Slate offers a way to create a cozy atmosphere with an elegant edge. Its plum-brown undertones feel organic and timeless, yet it also adds a modern flair to any room. Cinnamon Slate is perfect for spaces where warmth and sophistication are desired, making it a color choice that can transform both large and small areas into inviting retreats.

Cinnamon Slate Decorating Ideas

Cinnamon Slate’s depth and warmth make it a stunning choice for feature walls, cabinetry, and even entire rooms. Here are a few creative ways to incorporate this shade into your home. 

1. In the Livingroom: Use Cinnamon Slate as an accent wall behind a fireplace or sofa to add instant coziness. Paired with soft neutrals, or one of the complimenting colors from 2025 palette, and add brass or wood accents for a gorgeous, harmonious look.
2. In the Kitchen: As a cabinet color, Cinnamon Slate makes a bold statement while staying sophisticated. When paired with natural wood finishes or muted metallics, it creates an inviting and stylish kitchen space.
3. In the Bedroom: For a relaxing, cozy atmosphere, Cinnamon Slate works beautifully on bedroom walls. Soft linens in beige or cream add contras, while shades of charcoal, blue, or greens can add layers of elegance.

Complementary Colors

Benjamin Moore has designed a curated palette to pair with Cinnamon Slate enhancing its natural beauty with complementary shades. These colors not only help the stunning plum-brown of Cinnamon Slate standout in your space but can also stand on their own. They bring the easy, laid-back, and relaxing feeling that the Color of the Year exudes. And you don’t have to worry about finding a color to pair with the bold color. Benjamin Moore did the hard work for you! Here are the colors that are going to be Trending for 2025!

Bring the Color Home with Howard Brothers

At Howard Brothers, we’re thrilled to offer Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year for 2025, Cinnamon Slate, along with an array of complementary hues to bring your vision to life. Whether you’re refreshing a single room or redesigning our entire color palette, our team is here to help guide you through the products that best fit your projects.

Visit us today at any of our hardware locations (Doraville, Duluth, Lula, or Oakwood) to see this unique color in person, pick up swatches, grab a sample can or two, and get inspired for your next painting project! Let us help you make your dream a reality!

Get ready to bring the warmth and sophistication into your home with the Color of the Year for 2025 – Cinnamon Slate. The timeless elegance that is effortless to achieve.