Color of the Month, February 2019: Pressed Rose

Sure, it's an obvious go-to around Valentine's Day, but a soft pink like our February Color of the Month, Pantone Pressed Rose, can work the whole year 'round. Used sparingly, it adds an unexpected flourish. But use a hue like this on your walls, and you can give an entire room a rosy glow. Keep reading to see variations on this paint color, plus plenty of ideas for using it throughout your home!

Clockwise from left: Dunn-Edwards Baby Girl DE5071 (Photo: Billye Donya Photography); KILZ Flapper Pink TB-92; Behr Coral Fountain MQ4-3; Clare Rosé Season; Benjamin Moore Fruit Shake 2088-60

Blushing pink is unexpected in a kitchen, but in this cook space it pairs beautifully with white trim, dark cabinetry, warm wood floors, and oil-rubbed bronze fixtures.

Shown here: Dutch Boy Peppercorn Pink 304-3DB

Related: A palette of paint colors gives a plain Jane kitchen a must-see makeover.

Pink walls create a backdrop against which this bedroom's assortment of white and silver furnishings can really pop.

Shown here: HGTV HOME by Sherwin-Williams Perfectly Polished Collection Rachel Pink SW0026

Related: Off-the-shelf trim can be an easy—and stylish—upgrade for any space. Check out these DIY ideas for everything from wainscot to crown molding.

A retro-style record player made-over with pink spray paint is a fun, decorative detail. "This hue is an absolute go-to for Valentine's Day crafts, but it’s sweet and gentle look works well for décor, too," says Rachel Skafidas, senior color designer for Sherwin-Williams.

Shown here: Krylon® Fusion All-in-One™ Gloss Pink Blush

Related: See three more ideas for quick DIY makeovers with spray paint.

Though this contemporary living space features mostly neutral hues, the sweet shade on the walls gets picked up on accents like throw pillows.

Shown here: PPG Pepperberry 433-4 

Related: Want to redo a room without breaking the bank? Take a look at these 11 decorating tips from professional home stagers.

From the soaking tub to the curved ceiling, this pretty-in-pink bath is a stunner. The colorful walls help accentuate the shining whites and grays of the tub and marble floor.

Shown here: Pratt & Lambert Baker Rose 338D

Related: See a small-space variation on this look—with blue walls and an Art Deco vibe—in this bath before-and-after.

Light pink is a soothing choice for the paneled walls in this bedroom. Another smart idea to steal? The vintage fabric mounted in frames to create an ersatz headboard.

Shown here: Behr Coral Fountain MQ4-3 

Related: Check out 9 different ways to build a DIY headboard.

White trim stand outs against walls painted an ultra-soft shade of coral in this traditional living room.

Shown here: Valspar Field of Flowers 2001-8A 

Related: General contractor Tom Silva shows a couple of homeowners how to use stock trim to get the look of paneled walls.

In a mid-century inspired hue, a side table adds a great pop of color to a neutral space. The paint's matte, chalky texture helps highlight this particular piece's carved details.

Shown here: Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan Scandinavian Pink 

Related: Want to make flat-pack furniture feel more special? Watch this video where painter Mauro Henrique explains how to paint MDF.

Pink painted walls aren't what you'd expect with beachy shades of tan, cream, and dark blue, but the contrast works well.

Shown here: Glidden Pink Cadillac 90RR 44/197 

Related: Love the coastal look? You’ve got to see this Martha's Vineyard kitchen makeover.

In a space that's rich with luxurious touches, painting the walls and their elaborate trim in a uniform shade of petal pink exudes an understated elegance.

Shown here: Sherwin-Williams Rosebud SW 6288 

Related: See more ultra-pale shades of pink with Almost Mauve, our Color of the Month from February 2018.

In an eggshell finish, this gentle pink is a highly livable take on an on-trend color.

(And psst! In case you didn't notice, this color's from a new paint brand, Clare. Founded by an interior designer, they've got a carefully curated palette of 55 hues, including this one.)

Shown here: Clare Rosé Season 

Related: Find more rosé, er, rosy pinks—and flashback to one of the Pantone's two Color of the Year picks for 2016—with our Rose Quartz Color of the Month gallery.

Boosted by lots of natural light thanks to those enviable French doors, this room's petal pink walls suffuse the entire room with a rosy glow. It's like an Instagram filter come to life!

Shown here: Benjamin Moore Pink Moiré 050 

Related: Brighten your outlook by painting your walls with these mood-improving paint colors.

A warm shade like pink can perk up an unexpected space, like the floor of this desert-chic outdoor room. It's a fun twist on a more standard color, like terra cotta.

Shown here: Dunn-Edwards Hayride DE6102 

Related: A clever paintjob can add colorful appeal to your outdoor living space. Check out 5 DIY ways to paint a porch floor.

Between the paint's lovely shade of pink and the unparalleled glossiness of its finish, this spectacular dining room is positively luminous.

Shown here: Fine Paints of Europe Hollandlac Brilliant #P05220

Related: Love this dining room's beautiful built-in cabinets? See more ways to make entertaining easier in this gallery of dining area built-ins.

Light, orange-tinged pink is an energizing wall color for this at-home workspace.

Shown here: KILZ Flapper Pink TB-92 

Related: Want to create a workspace at home? Here's what you to think about to plan a home office that works.