Have you ever thought about how your place in the generational scheme of things can have a large impact on your aesthetics?
Where you fall in the generational groupings has a proven influence on the designs that light you up, and paint colors are no exception. Here we take a look at the characteristics of each and their corresponding color landscapes.
Gen Z - 27% of the U.S. Population
Characteristics: tech-savvy, individualistic, entrepreneurial, like to win
Paint Color Trends: brights such as vibrant yellows and oranges
Millennials - 22% of the U.S. Population
Characteristics: confident, ambitious, like to achieve, socially responsible
Paint Color Trends: bolder colors such as black, blues, purples
Gen X - 20% of the U.S. Population
Characteristics: independent, well-educated, flexible, collaborative
Paint Color Trends: contemporary, urban, muted blues, greens, reds
Baby Boomers - 22% of the U.S. Population
Characteristics: strong work ethic, competitive, disciplined, resourceful
Paint Color Trends: traditional, neutrals, whites, beiges
Regardless, choosing paint colors should be a fun process no matter your style. If you're a Gen Xer that loves the Gen Z style - go for it, you be you!