There is an inherent stillness to this story, a rejection of the frenzied speed of life, an exhortation to turn inwards and search for meaning and value in the physical, the unadorned and the everyday.

Created to evoke a sense of stillness without inertia, mellow and fresh hues work in quiet harmony for a gentle yet optimistic palette where no single colour calls for attention.

There’s a wholly human feel to the stories in this issue where prevailing social challenges manifest in diverse responses.

As the climate crisis becomes harder to ignore, so levels of ecoanxiety continue to spiral, particularly among young people.

Our latest directions for 2025/26 feature diverse CMF palettes for PAY, CHANCE, SELF and FOREVER.