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Kitchen Aid<\/span><\/figcaption><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\nThis time around, Spearmint feels intentionally gentle. Where past shades leaned bright and dramatic (like Bird of Paradise orange and Beetroot burgundy), this minty-green sits firmly in the \u201csoft reset\u201d category. It\u2019s not screaming for attention, but rather quietly trying to make your kitchen feel a little calmer.<\/p>\n\nThat timing isn\u2019t accidental. Busy schedules following the pandemic baking boom have changed how we cook at home. KitchenAid\u2019s latest pick seems aimed at people who want their countertop to feel less chaotic and more…peaceful. Spearmint fits neatly into the broader design trend of muted pastels and wellness-inspired palettes that have been everywhere lately, from bedrooms to skincare packaging to TikTok \u201cclean girl\u201d kitchens.<\/p>\n
But let\u2019s be real\u2014no matter how soothing the shade, this is still a $500 appliance. And for many shoppers, Color of the Year drops are less about \u201cneeding\u201d a new mixer and more about wanting one that feels special. These launches are, realistically, meant for the collectors among us. But to fans who love airy, light-filled kitchens and soft neutrals: this might be the color for you.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Kitchen Aid<\/span><\/figcaption><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\nWhether it\u2019s enough to convince people to upgrade their perfectly functional mixer remains to be seen. But as far as Color of the Year releases go, this one feels thoughtfully timed. Less flashy, more emotional, and very in tune with how people are thinking about their homes right now.<\/p>\n
In 2026, apparently, the vibe is calm countertops, pastel appliances, and pretending your baking projects are part of a wellness routine (which I\u2019m totally here for).<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n
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