15 Underrated Paint Colors Designers Love to Use

With so many interior paint colors to choose from, it's easy to overlook a few gems. So that you can expand your radar of amazing hues, take a look at these 15 underrated paint color favorites that designers love and wish their clients would request more often.

Design by Kristen Rivoli / Photo by Brantley Photo

Kristen Rivoli, the founder of Kristen Rivoli Interior Design, says the shade gives a wonderful soft coral glow. She notes that while the color changes with the light, it never appears dark and recommends using it in bedrooms and bathrooms alike.

Donna Mondi Interior Design / Photo by David Patterson

Looking to go bold? Donna Mondi, designer and founder of Donna Mondi Interior Design, loves doing just that with French Roast.

«This earthy red hue is the perfect choice to infuse a burst of color into any space, whether it be a Bauhaus-inspired, texture-filled living room or adding depth to a contemporary stairway,» she says.

Imparfait Design Studio 

Stick to a tried and true classic from Rebekah Zaveloff, co-founder and creative director of Imparfait Design Studio.

She says that Benjamin Moore Athena has been her go-to off-white cabinet choice for the past five years, but she also enjoys using it on walls.

«It has a beautiful warm pink undertone that is so serene and soft and it layers well with brighter (and more mainstream) whites,» Zaveloff says.

Browne House Interior Design / Photo by Molly Culver

Struggling to find your signature blue? Rachel Little, the founder of Browne House Interior Design, swears by this one, which she describes as a pretty medium blue with an extra touch of yellow that lends a subtle green undertone and is considered a cheerful color.

«It works well in spaces that additionally