Every year, interior designers impatiently wait for the annual reveal of Pantone's new color of the year, and interior designers impatiently wait for new colors from the big paint companies. This "color reveals" push stylists and designers to break away from last year's trends, and look forward. These rollouts force designers to meticulously analyze global and societal trends from the runway, varying lifestyles, and demographics.

Consumer Reports just released a list of their predictions for the hottest paint colors of 2019, and we've chosen our favorites. Plus, we even included a "how to" use these colors in your home!

Benjamin Moore: Metropolitan AF-690

Why it's hot: Neutral colors can create a calm and sophisticated ambiance.

Where to use: Living room, sleek kitchen, sophisticated bedroom.

Where to buy: Select paint and hardware stores.

Photo credit: Benjamin Moore