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Understanding the nuances of undertones, not to mention each room’s unique lighting situation, often makes it feel impossible to commit. The Identity Collective put together a definitive guide to the best white paint colors broken down into three key categories: (1) classic whites, (2) bright whites and (3) creamy whites. Each shade is designer-approved, so you can count on a fresh look every time—no stressful paint store trips required.
Design: Kate Marker Interiors | Photography: Stoffer Photography Interiors
Simply White by Benjamin Moore
Design: Amber Interiors | Photography: Tessa Neustadt
Design: Amber Interiors | Photography: Tessa Neustadt
There’s something to be said for the staying power of the classics. While these white paint colors have certainly been around the block, they’re considered timeless for a reason. Shades like Simply White and White Dove are beloved by designers for their clean (but never stark white) look, allowing them to blend seamlessly in a wide range of styles. You can feel confident using these whites on your cabinets, walls, or quite frankly, anywhere in your home.
Favorite Classic White Paint Colors:
Simply White by Benjamin Moore
White Dove by Benjamin Moore
All White by Farrow & Ball
Oxford White by Benjamin Moore
When your space needs a decidedly modern shade of white, these are the colors to turn to. We’re partial to Fresh Kicks, which you’ll find on Anastasia’s kitchen and dining room walls. It’s a pure, untinted white that feels like a total breath of fresh air. Super White is another fan favorite that lives up to its name as a more brilliant shade with zero undertones in sight.
Favorite Bright White Paint Colors:
Super White by Benjamin Moore
Chantilly Lace by Benjamin Moore
Fresh Kicks by Clare
Pure White by Sherwin Williams
Sometimes you need a white with just a little bit of warmth. Something soft, serene, and creamed to perfection. That’s where these beloved off-white beauties come in. While Swiss Coffee is a well-established favorite among top designers like Shea McGee, Farrow & Ball’s Ammonite (featuring soft gray undertones) is quickly gaining steam. You’ll find Whipped in Anastasia’s redesigned primary bathroom, and it’s a warm white that’s earned our full stamp of approval.
Favorite Creamy White Paint Colors:
Alabaster by Sherwin Williams
Whipped by Clare
Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore
Cloud White by Benjamin Moore
Timeless by Clare
Ammonite by Farrow & Ball