Colors of italy
Inspirations
Colors of Italy
Dive into Italy’s culture of color with a captivating mosaic of Benjamin Moore® hues. Inspired by breathtaking landscapes and rich architectural history, this palette is designed to take you through the shades, stories, and spaces that have long been associated with Italy’s heritage and contributions to the world.
From the sun-drenched facades of Liguria to the misty grays of Milan, we invite you to traverse the regions where centuries of territory, tradition, and design come together through color. Use the palette to layer your interiors with meaning and root modern living in the beauty and craftsmanship of lifetimes past.
La Serenissima Heritage
Inspired by the grandeur of historic Venice and the legacy of La Serenissima, we find connection with paint colors that draw from Venetian palazzi, weathered stone facades, and gilded artifacts of a golden age.
Deep and refined, hues like Crimson 1299, Gold Rush 2166-10, and Avalon CC-756 pay homage to Venice’s cultural prominence in Italy’s Northeast region and its regal warmth and opulence.
Distill the soul of Venice and its surroundings by blending Renaissance-inspired design with fresh, modern sensibility. Look to hues deeply rooted in centuries of maritime wealth, architectural innovation, and artisanal craft, like pairing Stuart Gold HC-10 with matte black fixtures or creating a spa-like serenity with Lido Green 617 and Cloud White OC-130.
The Serenissima Heritage | Color Palette
Off-White Forever
A tribute to the quiet strength of neutrals in a country where white-painted interiors have long reigned supreme, off-white paint colors honor the Italian love affair with light.
Whether evoking the enveloping serenity of a traditional Apulian farmhouse or the sculptural minimalism of modern spaces, off-white hues offer simplicity, and balance.Round out their versatility with distinctive accent colors like Caliente AF-290 and Brilliant Blue 2065-30, which nods to the azure waves of the Mediterranean Sea.
Evoke classic Italian exteriors with Acadia White OC-38, a warm white paint color with crisp cream undertones, or create light, airy spaces indoors with Terra Bella AF-195, a compelling neutral with a spritz of orange. Accent with Blue Lapis 2067-40, whose blend of blue and violet suggests inlaid tiling, hand-painted.
Off-White Forever | Color Palette
Riviera-Style Pastels
Beautifully evoke the mood and essence of the Italian West coast—especially the Riviera Ligure—by drawing from pastel facades, sun-faded shutters, salt-worn stone, and clear blue skies.
Together, these tones layer beautifully across traditional and contemporary interiors and exteriors, offering timeless charm with a fresh Mediterranean soul.Whether for modern interiors or bright exteriors, pastel colors bring a sense of jubilance and warmth.
Set the foundation for bright, airy spaces with exteriors that feature Dusty Mauve 2174-40 or Fresh Butter 290. For contrast and energy, accent with Ocean Breeze 2058-60 or Cedar Grove 444, a lovely sage green with an utterly cool sensibility.
Riviera-Style Pastels | Color Palette
City Life
Bowing to the cutting-edge design influence of Stile Floreale—or Milanese Liberty style—we seek out refined, urban-inspired colors that encapsulate Milan’s luxury, historical elegance, and Art Nouveau flair.
Bring to mind the foggy mornings and silvery skies of Milanese weather with hues like Winter Lake 2129-50 and Cumulus Cloud 1550. Draw directly from the marble and stone used in Milanese architecture and interiors, the dark lacquered wood and wrought iron of Liberty staircases, and classic high-fashion minimalism by opting for paint colors that blend city character with clean design.
We love elegant neutrals like Hazelnut Cream2161-60, Soft Chamois OC-13, and Limestone 513, all perfectly suited for contemporary Italian lifestyles.
City Life | Color Palette
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