Offering up something delicious for 2025, American paint brand Glidden has gone to the obscure herb section of shades to pick out their Colour of the Year. The bold and beautiful Purple Basil brings a burst of Maximalism and a hint of Y2K charm, encouraging brave design choices an representing a journey of “self-discovery and self-expression.”


Emboldening people to go big with their colour choices, not worry about what the neighbours might think, and take a few steps away from the safe neutrals, Purple Basil is made to make a statement and drench a space in confidence.

Purples are rare in the tile world, but if you’re desperate to bring this warming tone into your home, here are some of the tiles we’ve found to match.
More Colour of the Year content:
A new post by Hanna Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, November 2024.





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