Ever wonder how paint colors get their names? If you’re shopping for pink, say, you’ll find dozens of shades referencing roses, bubblegum and shells. There are some extra-evocative names like Calamine ...

1. Eburnean — If you love a good off-white or ivory color, then eburnean will certainly make your list. This name is derived from the Latin "eburneus," which means "of ivory." 2. Incarnadine — Used by ...

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which is behind Harajuku Morning and Modern Love — says that choosing the right names for paint colors is essential. “We encourage customers to not just paint their walls, but create their backdrop,’’ ...