1. 001 Cover
2. 002 The colours that will define S/S 28
3. 003 From overwhelmed to intentionalDrawing on the shifting psychological landscape of 2028, this season’s Key Colours function as an emotional toolkit for a society navigating the transition from
4. 004 Colour as ‘emotioneering’ — quantifiedBlues and greens anchor S/S 28, delivering a calming, confidence-led base. Browns stay central, grey remains a dependable core, yellows support the ‘warming’ mo
5. 005 01 · Radiant Earth
6. 006 Radiant Earth · Radiant EarthRadiant Earth emerges as a pivotal hue for 2028, reflecting a sophisticated shift towards enduring warmth. Moving beyond the fleeting energy of a pop colour, it
7. 007 Radiant Earth · One colour, every industry
8. 008 Radiant Earth · How to combine it
9. 009 Radiant Earth · Generate this story yourselfSix copy-ready prompts behind every Radiant Earth image in this chapter — copy them, remix them, or open them directly in the Slayteq studio at 4K. Cinematic co
10. 010 02 · Serene Green
11. 011 Serene Green · Serene GreenIn a world of constant digital noise, Serene Green serves as a sensorial reset, offering a composed and restful aesthetic that prioritises mental wellbeing. Its
12. 012 Serene Green · One colour, every industry
13. 013 Serene Green · How to combine it
14. 014 Serene Green · Generate this story yourselfSix copy-ready prompts behind every Serene Green image in this chapter — copy them, remix them, or open them directly in the Slayteq studio at 4K. Cinematic col
15. 015 03 · Positively Yellow
16. 016 Positively Yellow · Positively YellowMore than a visual statement, Positively Yellow is a manifestation of the Snarky consumer mindset, valuing wit and a rebellious, punky spirit. In an era of incr
17. 017 Positively Yellow · One colour, every industry
18. 018 Positively Yellow · How to combine it
19. 019 Positively Yellow · Generate this story yourselfSix copy-ready prompts behind every Positively Yellow image in this chapter — copy them, remix them, or open them directly in the Slayteq studio at 4K. Cinemati
20. 020 04 · Flourish Pink
21. 021 Flourish Pink · Flourish PinkFlourish Pink is an alluring, high-sensory hue conveying sensual warmth and modern polish. It symbolises a profound sense of Flourishing through empowered thriv
22. 022 Flourish Pink · One colour, every industry
23. 023 Flourish Pink · How to combine it
24. 024 Flourish Pink · Generate this story yourselfSix copy-ready prompts behind every Flourish Pink image in this chapter — copy them, remix them, or open them directly in the Slayteq studio at 4K. Cinematic co
25. 025 05 · Offline Blue
26. 026 Offline Blue · Offline BlueOffline Blue is a soft, blue-based shade that acts as a visual sanctuary for the season, directly addressing the growing consumer need for selective engagement
27. 027 Offline Blue · One colour, every industry
28. 028 Offline Blue · How to combine it
29. 029 Offline Blue · Generate this story yourselfSix copy-ready prompts behind every Offline Blue image in this chapter — copy them, remix them, or open them directly in the Slayteq studio at 4K. Cinematic col
30. 030 06 · Colour ThemesSeven groups that link colour and emotion — from restorative Tranquil Pastels to the visual protest of Disruptive Hues — enhancing palette strategies to highlig
31. 031 Colour Themes · Tranquil PastelsRestorative pastels answering the consumer’s desire for Quietude — a composed, restful aesthetic that prioritises mental wellbeing. Macro editorial texture phot
32. 032 Colour Themes · Nurturing TonesActing as a nourishing balm in S/S 28 — tones like Flourish Pink offer a seductive glow that resonates with consumers seeking comfort and allure. Macro editoria
33. 033 Colour Themes · Joyful BrightsConfident brights embodying a bold, assertive and optimistic expression — Positively Yellow, Infinite Blue, Electro Teal and Light Lime lead. Macro editorial te
34. 034 Colour Themes · Disruptive HuesAligned with the sentiment of Snark — intensely saturated tones and neons verging on bad taste, a visual protest against the ‘beige-ification’ of the world. Mac
35. 035 Colour Themes · Grounded HuesEarthy browns, greens and neutrals remain foundational anchors — shades like Radiant Earth foster enduring stability, tangible comfort and enveloping warmth. Ma
36. 036 Colour Themes · Trustworthy Mid-TonesDependable mid-tones serve as a visual anchor, occupying a middle-ground frequency easily processed by the eye — familiarity that evokes reassurance and trust.
37. 037 Colour Themes · Resilient DarksSaturated shades offering sophisticated transseasonality and grounding stability — quiet power and enduring strength as the season’s essential anchor. Macro edi
38. 038 07 · Seasonal, annual, long-termThe full S/S 28 toolkit with Coloro and Pantone references: 18 seasonal shades from tranquil pastels to joyful brights; 18 annual colours that carry into A/W 28
39. 039 Seasonal, annual, long-term · Foundations & accents
40. 040 Sources & MethodologyThis report is grounded in WGSN’s Global Key Colours & Combinations S/S 28 (Stephanie Barnscher, Jennifer Birch, Jane Collins, Reiko Morrison, Angela Ringo & Li

What is the Global Key Colours & Combinations SS28 report?

Trend DNA is Slayteq's free Spring/Summer 2028 colour forecast. Across 40 pages it covers Radiant Earth, Serene Green, Positively Yellow, Flourish Pink, Offline Blue — the season's key colours — plus colour themes and a palette toolkit, each with mood boards and prompt packs.

Which are the key colours for Spring/Summer 2028?

Radiant Earth, Serene Green, Positively Yellow, Flourish Pink, Offline Blue. Each colour gets an overview, cross-industry examples, combination palettes with Pantone TCX references and prompts to generate the story yourself.

How were the images and mood boards made?

Every image and mood board in the report was generated on Slayteq from the prompt packs shown with each colour story. No forecaster imagery is reproduced; colour direction is triangulated from public forecast coverage listed in the sources.

Can I reuse the prompt packs?

Yes. The report ships 51 prompts you can copy or run directly in the Slayteq studio, and every image can be opened in Studio to change colour, fabric, print or background.

Is the Trend DNA report free to read?

Yes. The full report is free to read online without an account. Creating a free Slayteq account lets you generate and edit your own designs from the prompt packs.

• WGSN — Global Key Colours & Combinations S/S 28
• WGSN — Global Colour Toolkit S/S 28
• Coloro — the colour system referenced throughout
• Slayteq AI Design Studio — all imagery generated here

Full sources & methodology on page 40.