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Colour is never just colour. It’s mood and memory, a subtle self-expression. It’s how we share feelings we sometimes can’t voice.
Across the globe, a shared palette is emerging. Led by a global design dialogue, encompassing movements like biophilic design, “Millennial Green,” and Pantone’s Mocha Mousse, these shifts are defining interior colour stories in 2025.
We’ve stepped beyond trend reports and looked at King Living sofa purchases across the globe to uncover the exact hues you embraced most this year. The result is a story of colours that are as covetable as they are timeless.
Pour a favourite tea, relax into your sofa, and explore the year’s most loved shades, decided by you.
Green is having a real moment
The allure of contemporary green shades is undeniable. Back in 2019, green was barely on the radar at less than1% of sofa choices. Fast forward to 2025 and almost 1 in 5 of you are bringing green into your living rooms.
Why the surge? Biophilic design and the much-loved “Millennial Green” trend certainly set the scene. But let’s be honest, our showrooms and campaigns showcasing the 1977 Sofa in lush green fabrics may have given you a gentle nudge too.
Beyond trends, green has become a colour of escape. It’s the soft moss underfoot on a forest walk, the canopy softly providing shade from above, the serenity of rolling hills at dawn. In a world of hustle culture that moves too fast, these grounding tones reconnect us to nature and bring calm to the chaos.
“Browns and greens are resonating because they ground us,” shares Alinta Lim, Senior King Living Designer. “They create spaces you want to fully relax into. It's no longer about simply following the trend colour of the year, it’s about curating a palette that feels human, expressive, and deeply personal.”
Your most loved green? 1977 Sofa in Leura Mangrove: Natural, anchoring, and perfect for curating an interior that feels calm yet full of character.
If green is calling to you, explore it alongside more than 200 exclusive fabrics and leathers available at King Living, each with its own depth, texture, and story.
Grey is shifting gracefully
This one was a real surprise. Once the undisputed leader, nearly 60% of sofas sold in 2020 were grey, and now it’s just 10% in 2025. While grey is no longer the frontrunner, its staying power proves its design versatility.
Grey is the colour of steel cityscapes at dusk, of weathered stone softened by light, of shadows that give a room depth. It’s not loud or showy, but that’s the magic, it allows every texture around it to be noticed.
Alinta notes: “Grey brings a refined, architectural quality to a room. It pairs beautifully with metals, glass, and wood, making it a perfect choice for urban spaces.”
Your top grey? Jasper Sofa in Quinn Warm Silver fabric, loved for its subtle depth and effortless ability to compliment any living space.
Neutrals are your number one
The ultimate chameleons, nearly half of all sofas chosen in 2025 fall into this palette. Shades like soft beige, off-white, and sand lighten and calm a space, layer beautifully with textures, and make styling effortless. In 2019, only 15% of you chose a neutral sofa and now it’s almost one in every two.
Neutrals are the canvas every interior style can be painted on. They don’t shout for attention, instead, they invite every texture and accent around them to breathe.
Alinta explains why we’re drawn to these hues: “Neutrals give you the freedom to transform your space over time. They adapt to changing trends, different materials, and evolving lifestyles without losing their appeal.”
Your top neutral pick? Jasper Sofa in Whiteley Riverstone: Understated, versatile, and effortlessly timeless.
Neutrals offer infinite styling potential, especially when explored across our exclusive library of fabrics and leathers. You can also order complimentary swatches – seeing the colours in person can give you a clear idea if it’s right for you and your space.
Blue remains a steady favourite
Holding a quiet confidence, blue hues represent almost 10% of your fabric sofa choices in 2025, neither surging nor fading.
Blue brings a sense of openness and calm, adapting as effortlessly to bold statements as it does to subtle backdrops. It’s the endless horizon of a summer sky, the gentle rhythm of waves rolling onto the shore, the soothing depth of water that invites you to pause and breathe. From soft sky tones to deep navy, it offers endless styling possibilities.
“Blue has a calm elegance,” says Alinta. “It works equally well as a neutral backdrop or a bold statement, depending on the depth of tone you choose.”
Your most loved blue? Max Sofa in Richmond Ink fabric.
Brown is the quiet luxury you love
At 6.6%, brown is making a quiet return, offering warmth and depth in modern interiors. Chocolate, chestnut, and caramel tones work effortlessly with textural fabrics and leathers, gently wrapping a room in familiarity and ease.
“Brown creates a grounded, lived-in feel,” says Alinta. “It’s timeless, and also has that earthy natural appeal that many of us are looking to incorporate into our home.”
Your top brown pick? Zaza Sofa in Richmond Spice fabric, a rich terracotta hue that balances red and brown tones for a contemporary design statement.
Leather tells a timeless story
While fabric sofas evolved with shifting trends, leather remains remarkably consistent. In 2025, your choices prove that classic tones never lose their appeal.
Brown leads, representing 53% of all leather sofas, a reflection of its enduring warmth and sophistication. Neutrals follow at 24%, bringing versatility and understated elegance. Grey holds at 11%, offering a contemporary edge without overpowering a space.
Leather may not chase seasonal palettes, but that’s its strength. These shades are chosen for their longevity, ageing gracefully and becoming richer with time, a true investment in both comfort and style.
Think of the supple patina that deepens with every year, the way natural light plays across its surface, or how it softens to the touch while holding its shape. Leather evolves, carrying the beauty of daily life that make each piece uniquely yours
Which colour is right for you?
This year’s results tell a clear story. Together, these choices reveal a collective move toward palettes that balance calm, nature, and longevity. Colours that feel as enduring as the furniture they cover
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Neutrals remain the foundation of most homes, chosen by nearly half of you for their timeless versatility.
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Green has emerged as the most transformative shade, rising from less than 1% in 2019 to almost 20% today.
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Grey has gracefully stepped back from its peak but still holds its place as a modern classic.
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Blue continues to be a steady favourite, and brown is returning with a quiet sense of warmth and luxury.
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For leather sofas, brown leads, followed by neutrals and grey tones, showcasing a timeless palette.
The right sofa colour isn’t just about following trends, it’s about finding the one that feels like home to you.
There are over 200 exclusive King Living fabric and leather options to explore online. Whichever shade speaks to you, the beauty of colour is that it’s yours to live in. Explore, play, and make it your own.
To continue your colour journey, order complimentary swatches online, or visit your local King Living Showroom to explore and interact with your favourites in person.
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FEATURED EXPERT
Alinta Lim, King Living Senior Designer
DATE PUBLISHED
5 September 2025
