Pink and blue may scream “baby” to you, but the color experts at Pantone want you to think about the hues differently this year.
Their choice for 2016 Color of the Year—the duo of Rose Quartz and Serenity—is reflective of what is taking place in our culture, says Laurie Pressman, VP of the Pantone Color Institute. “The harmonious pairing of these two embodies the mindset of tranquility and inner peace consumers seem to be looking for.” Far from traditional, the choice also is a nod to the gender blur in fashion and other areas of design. (Yes, boys can wear pink.) Look for the new colors to show up this spring—on everything.
Decorating in Color
“A little can go a long way. Rose Quartz and Serenity play well as accents—use them on objects as opposed to walls: upholstered furniture or a painted chair in a white or gray painted room.” —Sue Wadden, Director of Color Marketing, Sherwin-Williams
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