No longer a color reserved for princess-inspired bedrooms and powder rooms, pink is now popping up everywhere. Whether it's due to the rise of "millennial pink" or simply the ebb and flow of decor color trends, there's no question that pink is having a moment. And it's not hard to see why—it's a fresh and appealing color that's easier to decorate with than you may think.
Whether your style is contemporary or classic, there's a shade of pink that works perfectly for your kitchen, living room, or master bedroom.
Here are several of our favorite pink paints you can buy right now.
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Best Light Pink: Farrow & Ball Calamine 230
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Inspired by the lotion of our childhoods, Farrow & Ball's Calamine is a gorgeous soft pink that's feminine and pretty without feeling too saccharine. It has a slight gray undertone that keeps it modern and new, and it pairs beautifully with bright whites and cool neutrals. Try it in a small space for a more intense pop of color.
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Best Faded Pink: The Spruce Best Home Rose Power SPR-20
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Not too light and not too dark, The Spruce Best Home Rose Power is the perfect color for bedrooms, both for adult and children. With soft undertones, this color won't feel harsh or bright, even in a room with a lot of natural light.
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Best Coral: Sherwin-Williams Coral Reef SW6606
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Ever since Pantone announced Living Coral as 2019's Color of the Year, we've been all about this vibrant, lively color. Sherwin-Williams Coral Reef is a stunning, flamboyant, and loud coral that packs a punch in any space. Let it liven up a powder room or entryway without a lot of accents needed.
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Best Vibrant Pink: Benjamin Moore Hot Lips 2077-30
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Benjamin Moore Hot Lips is not for the faint of heart, but that doesn't mean it can't take center stage in your home. This purple-based pink is the color of fun, reminding us of the '80s in the best way. Try this fuchsia in an office to keep you inspired all day long.
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Best Millennial Pink: Behr Rose Sorbet 150A-2
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No list of pink paints would be complete without a perfect millennial pink. Behr Rose Sorbet is a not-so-basic basic bubblegum pink that emphasizes everything we love about the color. It's romantic and youthful and would look gorgeous in a modern white kitchen or on an accent wall in the bedroom.
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Best Dusty Pink: Magnolia Ella Rose
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Magnolia Ella Rose is the perfect dusty rose for a kitchen or a bathroom. This light pink has soft gray undertones and a rich, creamy feel. Use it in a larger space for a modern, neutral feel or a small space to pack a gentle, but vibrant punch.
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Best White-Pink: Benjamin Moore Opal 891
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If you want a pink that offers a barely-there hint of color, try Benjamin Moore Opal. This cool whiteish-pink makes your living room or bedroom glow ever-so-slightly. In fact, in a larger space, you may not be able to pick up this hint of pink, but with red or purple accents it will take on a more energetic flair.
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Best Pastel Pink: Valspar Sweet Pastel 1007-8C
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Finally, we have the perfect pink for a nursery. Valspar Sweet Pastel is the ideal shade for your daughter's room but also works in a bathroom or a study. This soft pink paint is just pink enough to be feminine and welcoming, but won't overpower the rest of the space.
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Best Hot Pink: Behr Hot Pink 100B-7
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If you're ready to fully commit to the pink trend this year, why not embrace Behr Hot Pink? This hot pink shade is wild, vibrant, and full of fun. With purple undertones, Hot Pink could totally transform a kitchen if you're daring enough to paint your kitchen cabinets with it.
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Best Dark Pink: Valspar Deep Sunset 1005-3A
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Designers say deeper, darker pinks are extremely flattering because they make those in the room look flushed and healthy. We love Valspar Deep Sunset in master bedrooms for an elegant, high-end look. This purple-y pink pairs well with neutrals and cool whites.
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Best Neutral Pink: Benjamin Moore Bashful 1171
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Benjamin Moore's Bashful has beige, earthy undertones, and offers just the right amount of pink for nearly any room. Try it in a living room and pair it with bolder colors, such as blue or greens.