Why 'Gatherings' Is Perfect for Dining Rooms

Gaines designed the color with family meals and dinner parties in mind. "'Gatherings' is one of those colors that make you want to stay a little longer," she writes. "It makes you feel warm and welcome."

Warm colors like this work well in dining rooms, as they're flattering and enhance the glow of low-mood lighting. At the same time, it's important to select calming colors. Saturated reds and yellows can be too energizing, adding an unsettling air to your dinner party and subconsciously encouraging guests to get up and leave. 'Gatherings' is warm without being agitating.

The color complements the warm tones in natural wood dining tables and chairs, and it can be easily layered with other colors, such as green, gold, red, and black.

How to Use the Color

Where to use the paint color: While 'Gatherings' was designed with dining rooms in mind, it's an extremely versatile neutral that can work in any room of the house. Consider using it for a cozy guest room or as a calming backdrop in an elegant formal living room.

What colors to pair with it: The color has a slightly warm undertone, so it works well with gold, brass, warm green, brick red, and wood tones. The color also works well with black and white; however, you may want to look for a warmer version of these common neutrals.