Butter Yellow & Pistachio Green: The Delicious Color Trend Taking Over 2025 Decor

I never thought I’d be writing a blog post comparing home decor to dessert — but here we are. And honestly? I love it.

Two of 2025’s tastiest interior color trends are butter yellow and pistachio green. They’re not just charming — they’re warm, soft, and full of character. These colors are popping up everywhere: in tiles, vintage upholstery, bedding, and even appliances. And they happen to pair beautifully with the kinds of mid-century and vintage textures I’ve always loved.

We’re currently renovating our 1960s home, and while the palette has mostly been clean wood, neutrals, and soft whites, I’ve found myself daydreaming about a kitchen wall in pistachio or a reading nook wrapped in butter yellow light.

Why Food-Inspired Colors Work So Well

Let’s be honest — vintage interiors have always had a bit of fun with color. Think avocado green appliances, dusty pink bathrooms, and terracotta tiles.

In 2025, we’re seeing a more modern vintage version of that same playful spirit — and butter yellow and pistachio green are leading the way. They’re comforting. They’re unexpected. And they work across styles from minimalist to maximalist.

What Exactly Are These Colors?

• Butter Yellow – A soft, warm yellow with cream undertones. Think: vintage bakery, linen tablecloths, golden hour in spring.

• Pistachio Green – A muted pastel green with a slightly earthy tone. Not quite mint. Not quite sage. Just right.

These aren’t neon or saturated tones — they’re quiet and cozy. The kind of colors that instantly make a space feel lived-in.

How to Use These Colors at Home

Here’s where it gets fun. You don’t need to repaint your whole house — a few touches go a long way.

Try butter yellow for:

• Bedding or linen curtains

• A painted wood chair

• Accent wall in a hallway or kitchen

• Ceramic vases or dishes

Try pistachio green for:

• Kitchen cabinets or a retro fridge

• Wall paint in a bathroom or small entryway

• Reupholstered armchair

• Vintage planters, glassware, or tiling

I actually saw the perfect pistachio ceramic lamp at a secondhand store in Aarhus recently — I didn’t buy it (regret!), but I haven’t stopped thinking about it.

Tip: Use Texture to Anchor the Colors

These soft colors shine best with vintage textures: natural wood, aged brass, rattan, or linen. When combined, they feel curated — not kitschy.

Try layering:

• A pistachio wall with walnut bookshelves

• A butter yellow cushion on a worn leather armchair

• Colored ceramic dishes on reclaimed wood shelves

Butter yellow and pistachio green are exactly the kind of trends I like: charming, slow, and a little nostalgic. They feel like spring morning light and Sunday coffee. And if you love vintage — they might already be hiding somewhere in your home.

So if you’re ready to tastefully (literally) update a corner of your space, maybe it’s time to shop with your appetite.