As it turns out, you don’t have to be a fan of the divisive matcha to wear the refreshing green colour on your clothing and nails, or in your makeup — green is the colour of the season and its popularity has withstood the onslaught of other more sombre muses, including butter yellow and mocha mousse. While brat green needs no further introduction, the palette has since expanded to other hues with equally interesting names (think dill, moss and pickle), which experts attribute the obvious association with nature and wellness.

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“While these are prominent themes occupying the public consciousness in 2025, there’s also a growing awareness about the psychological benefits of green, which include reducing stress and fatigue. This makes the colour even more appealing to burnt-out millennial and Gen Z office goers. From a purely aesthetic perspective, green shades invoke the natural environment and encompass an entire spectrum — from sober sage green to cheeky neon brat green. The colour is also quite multifaceted, is easy to wear, suits a variety of skin tones and aesthetics, and is multi-seasonal,” shares luxury stylist Meghna Ghodawat.