We love a colour moment that doesn’t fight for attention – especially after a year that’s felt loud in every direction. Enter Cloud Dancer (Pantone 11-4201), Pantone’s Colour of the Year for 2026: a soft, billowy white that lands in that sweet spot between cool and warm.
When the news first broke, plenty of people dismissed it as ‘bland’ – but that’s missing the point. Cloud Dancer is the ultimate versatile neutral, the shade that makes everything around it look more pulled together: worn head-to-toe, worked into a space, or used as a clean base for brighter, moodier accents.
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DIPTYQUE, Soap Holder (Medium), HKD$560
While a soap holder might not sound like the most exciting purchase, this medium-sized Diptyque one is undeniably chic. Crafted in matte white porcelain with an embossed oval motif, it adds a restrained, sculptural detail that makes a bathroom counter feel more finished. It’s a simple upgrade that turns a routine step into something a little more luxe.
Emanuele Bicocchi, Freshwater Pearl Bracelet, HKD$2,430
The pearl bracelet might sound a bit prim on paper, but styled the right way it looks seriously cool. We love this Emanuele Bicocchi one for the contrast: luminous, irregular baroque freshwater pearls held in place by engraved sterling silver claws, giving the piece a touch of grit and texture. It’s a fresh alternative to the classic pearl necklace, adding that softness-with-edge to lived-in denim and a simple tee, or clean, structured separates. A subtle way to nod to Pantone’s colour of the year – no effort showing.
Calvin Klein, French Terry Straight Leg Joggers (Chalk), HKD$395 (Discounted)
Lean into the idea that loungewear can still look pulled-together with these straight-leg Calvin Klein joggers. French terry gives them that cosy, lived-in feel, while the straight-leg cut keeps the silhouette cleaner and more tailored than your average slouchy pair. We love the cream tone for a Cloud Dancer-ish finish that slots easily into any wardrobe – at-home days, coffee runs, low-key errands. Add the elasticated waistband and pockets, and they’re as practical as they are easy on the eye.
Command, Mixed Hook Pack (Cream Speckle), HKD$41.74 (Discounted)
If you want a low-commitment way to bring Pantone’s 2026 shade into your home, these Cream Speckle Command hooks are the move. They’re one of those staples that end up being weirdly satisfying – practical, tidy, and genuinely nice-looking. The creamy speckled finish feels far more polished than the usual clear plastic, so you get function without the visual clutter. Use them for everything from keys and tea towels to spring clips for cables and notes, and when you’re ready to switch things up, they come off clean with no wall damage.
Fear Of God, Embroided Essential Tee (Ivory), HKD$535
Bridging the gap between streetwear and elevated basics, Fear Of God’s Embroidered Essential crewneck tee is a piece you’ll keep circling back to when you want to look pulled together with minimal effort. The strength is in its simplicity: lightweight jersey, a relaxed oversized fit, and a tonal embroidered logo that stays intentionally low-profile. In ivory, it lands right in Cloud Dancer territory – soft, neutral, and refined without feeling precious. Consider it your everyday base layer: sharp under a coat with tailored trousers, or easy with denim and trainers when you’re keeping things off-duty.
SONY, WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Platinum Silver), HKD$3,699
A smart over-ear headphone pick, SONY’s platinum silver noise-cancellers look just as good on your desk as they do on your commute – airy, pared-back, and understatedly luxe. But the real reason to go for them is performance: noise cancellation that adjusts to your surroundings as you move, studio-grade sound with spatial modes you can tweak to taste, and a solid 30 hours of battery life. The cushioned, pressure-relieving earcups are the cherry on top – especially if you wear them for long stretches.
CHANEL Beauty, Rouge Coco Baume – Satin (Dreamy White), HKD$350
These balms make Cloud Dancer surprisingly easy to wear on the lips, delivering a soft, airy nude that fits the ‘quiet luxury’ mood – clean, calming, and barely-there but better. CHANEL Beauty’s Rouge Coco Baume sits in that sweet spot between balm and lipstick, bringing moisture and comfort with a silky finish that never feels overdone. It builds from a sheer veil to a more defined satin look in just a few swipes, making it an everyday staple you’ll keep reaching for.
Drake’s, Linen Five-Pocket Chore Jacket (Ecru), HKD$6,450
If you invest in a transitional jacket that you can throw on without overthinking, it’ll earn its place in your wardrobe year after year. Drake’s Five-Pocket Chore Jacket is cut from rustic Italian linen with a full-bodied weave that feels rich straight away – and only gets better the more you wear it. The best part is how wearable it is: linen keeps it breathable and light for warmer spring days, but it still has enough substance to layer when temperatures dip. In that light ecru shade, it goes with everything, which is exactly what you want from an investment piece that actually gets worn.
Brooklinen, Two-Toned Lambswool Throw Blanket (Cream), HKD$1,648.25 (Discounted)
We love an elevated throw, and this Brooklinen one gets it right. The soft cream base with a gentle two-tone contrast adds depth without competing with your colour story. It’s lambswool too, so it feels light and breathable but still properly cosy – a piece you’ll keep within arm’s reach all year. We’d drape it over the end of the bed for that hotel-ish finish, keep it on the sofa to soften the whole setup, or fold it on an armchair as an easy styling touch. Cloud Dancer tones, in home form.
Editor’s Note: All listed prices were correct at the time of publication.
Born in Korea and raised in Hong Kong, Min Ji has combined her degree in anthropology and creative writing with her passion for going on unsolicited tangents as an editor at Friday Club. In between watching an endless amount of movies, she enjoys trying new cocktails and pastas while occasionally snapping a few pictures.
