Summer is on the horizon and when it comes to interiors, one of the best ways to update your style is by using colour.

Lauren Treloar, colour and design manager at Dulux, says after a long, gloomy winter, many Australians are looking to refresh their home with shades that uplift and soothe.

She says a key trend this season is a move towards soft, whimsical hues.

“Dulux Ethereal — one of three palettes from the Dulux Colour Forecast 2026 — offers a dreamy combination of colours that can be layered and combined to restore joy in our homes this summer,” Ms Treloar says.

This look is complemented by curved furniture and accessories and plenty of tactile textures, for a space that feels light, fresh and inviting.

Ms Treloar says the trend reflects a broader desire to rediscover a bit of be

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