Sorry pink bedrooms, interior designers say these 3 alternative 'grown-up' shades are the key to a stylish bedroom in 2026

Nothing in life stays the same forever. Spring changes into summer, and then transitions into autumn and winter, before the whole cycle begins again.

The same is true for bedroom colour ideas. Yes, there are definitely bedroom trends that have a lot more longevity than others – and pink bedroom ideas are certainly one of them – but even the most timeless hues still shift over time, and that's exactly what interior experts say is happening to pink this year.

Are pink bedrooms still on trend? Yes, but there's a new grown-up spin on the shade. These are the three alternative colours that design experts say all the best-dressed bedrooms will be wearing as we head into the last half of the year and onwards into 2027.

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Are pink bedrooms still on trend?

'Are pink bedrooms still on trend in 2026? Yes,' says founder of interior design studio K’Arte Design, Katerina Tchevytchalova, 'but the trend has evolved.'

'In 2026, pink bedrooms feel softer, earthier and more sophisticated than the sugary blush tones we saw a few years ago,' shares Katerina. 'We’re moving towards nuanced pinks with warmth and depth, which create a calming, cocooning atmosphere while still bringing personality into the space.'

'Pink bedrooms are still very much on trend,' agrees Anna Hill, brand director and colour consultant at paint brand Fenwick & Tilbrook,' but they have definitely evolved.'

'Instead of the cool-toned pastel pinks that dominated for years, we’re now seeing a shift towards warmer, earthier hues such as plaster pinks, clay tones and soft terracottas that feel far more grounded and sophisticated,' says Anna.

So, without further ado, let's dig into the 'new' pinks of 2026 and beyond.

Sun-baked plaster pinks

First up, the lightest shade of the bunch, a colour our design experts are dubbing plaster pink or sun-baked pink. These shades are a brilliant option if you're after a 'barely there' injection of colour in your bedroom.

'In 2026, pink has become much more of a “neutral” in interiors,' says Katerina, 'especially in bedrooms where people want warmth and comfort without relying on beige or grey. Sun-baked pinks create warmth without feeling too feminine or girly, and they work beautifully with natural textures like linen, wood, and plaster finishes.'

'Plaster pinks offer a more grown-up spin on pink because they balance softness with subtle depth,' agrees Anna, 'they create spaces that feel nurturing and calming without veering into anything overly sugary or feminine.'

Warm clays

Next up, our design experts say warm clay shades should be firmly on our radar as a pink alternative in 2026 and beyond. These earthier colours have more brown tones than your average pastel-toned pink.

'The more earthy tones of clays turn a bedroom into a space that feels cocooning and organic rather than "pretty",' says Lara Clarke, founder of interior design studio Lara Clarke Interiors. 'We’ve recently painted a bedroom in 'Masquerade' by Little Greene, which is a really restful shade of pink and not too "shouty" at all. It’s a grown-up pink that behaves more like a neutral.'

'Clay tones are a lovely choice for bedrooms as they bring an earthy, natural, and organic feel to a space,' agrees Sarah Ferreira, founder of design studio Sarah Ferreira Interiors.

'Bedrooms that reflect nature, even subtly, tend to feel much more calming, and these tones do that effortlessly,' explains Sarah. 'Clay-toned walls paired with natural materials like oak and linen create a really balanced look that feels warm.'

'They add warmth and a grounded, comforting quality, while still being easy to live with,' says Sarah. 'When you layer in materials like wood, linen, and stone, it creates a soft, relaxed, and cocooning atmosphere that just feels easy and considered.'

Terracotta

And if you're looking for a bolder pink alternative, our colour experts say terracotta is the colour to choose.

'Terracotta tones, such as 'Red Earth' by Farrow & Ball, are ideal if you want that clay-inspired pink with depth,' says Katerina. 'These tones also have a very Mediterranean quality, and they instantly make a room feel sunlit, relaxed, and comforting, which is exactly the mood many people want from a bedroom in 2026.'

'Terracotta shades instantly bring warmth and a sense of ease,' agrees interior designer and Pringle & Pringle founder, Sophie Pringle. 'They feel sun-baked and natural, which helps a space feel relaxed rather than overly styled. I tend to use them with softer neutrals or chalkier tones to keep the look balanced and not too intense.'

'Terracotta hues, like Dulux Heritage’s Red Sand, bring a natural warmth that feels grounding and nurturing,' concurs Marianne Shillingford, creative director and colour expert at Dulux.

'These shades are rooted in the earth, so they make a space feel settled and safe,' says Marianne. 'They’re especially lovely if you want to create a bedroom that feels like a retreat – somewhere that gently restores you. The warmth they carry means they’re comforting without being overpowering, which is exactly what you want in a space designed for rest.'

So the good news is, pink is definitely still on trend, and this certainly isn't a bedroom colour that will be going out of fashion in 2026, or beyond.

Instead, we're simply leaving cool-toned pastel pinks behind, and embracing some subtle shifts towards warmer, nature-inspired pink hues that bring an earthier and more grounded feel to the bedroom.