Pantone's 2016 Color of the Year

Yesterday, Pantone announced its 2016 Color(s) of the Year.  It is the first time Pantone has chosen to name two colors for the Color of the Year. They are being dubbed twins (paternal?) and are Rose Quartz  (Pantone 13-1520) and Serenity (Pantone 15-3919), a pale pink and soft blue.  I must admit that I am happy they did not select white. I was secretly hoping their choice would be something in the blue family.  If you read my blog (yesterday’s post), you already know how I feel about blue and as Dr. Schauss, a scientist who studied color and it’s effect on human behavior back in the 1960s, once said, “It is impossible to remain angry in the presence of pink.” The colors Pantone has selected for the upcoming year are soft pastels.  They are soothing and invoke a sense of calm, which after the year of tragedy and turmoil we all have experienced, soothing and calm may be exactly what we all need.  Here’s a look at a few spaces that are already on trend with the 2016 Color of the Year.  What are your thoughts about Pantone’s selection?  Let me know in the comments!

                                                   Photo via ecobuildingpulse.com

                                                 Interior designer unknown.  

                                                         Photo via elle.es

                                                  Interior design by Jay Jenkins.

                                                        Photo via houzz.com

                                                 Interior design by Anthony Buratta. 

                                                     Photo via AnthonyBuratta.com

                                                   Photo via ecobuildingpulse.com 

                                               Interior design by CWB Architects.

                                                 Photo via CWBArchitects.com

 

Feeling Blue

I don’t know what it is about blue in a space that excites me but it is my opinion that you can never go wrong with having blue in your home.  Whether it is in the form of a paint choice, cabinetry, furniture, upholstery or window treatments, blue is a winner.  One could say I am drawn to it because it is my favorite color but when I see an interior space that utilizes blue in its design, my heart skips a beat. Blue is not typically considered a neutral color, as we have been programmed to accept it as masculine but I have seen it used in many spaces that definitely imply a soft and feminine quality. Blue lands on the cooler spectrum of the color wheel but can be paired with warmer shades to create an inspired space.  I typically prefer deeper shades of the hue but I find the lighter shades to be equally as inviting and occasionally, even, exciting.

                                                               How gorgeous is this custom vanity?!

                                                                       Interior designer unknown.
                                                                      Photo via spacecrafting.com

                  Love the beautiful cornflower blue cabinetry in this kitchen design by Sutro Architects.

                                                                       Photo via decorpad.com

                                     Love the soft, washed quality of the blue wallpaper in this space.
                                                   Interior design by Tobi Fairley & Associates.  

                                                                  Photo via tobifairley.com

                You can never go wrong with a blue velvet. It is guaranteed to make any space feel luxe. 

                                                     Interior design by Wendy Labrum Interiors.

                                                        Photo via WendyLabrumInteriors.com

                                                            Interior Design by Wendy Labrum Interiors.
                                                                Photo via WendyLabrumInteriors.com

                                       Love the classic sophistication of this sky blue vanity area.

                                                            Interior design by Lisa Mende.

                                                                Photo via decorpad.com

                                         This fabulous blue velvet sofa deserves a round of applause.

                                                   Interior design by Atmosphere Interior Design.

                                                                     Photo via decorpad.com

    

                    The gorgeous blue velvet chairs up the chic factor in this dining room designed by

                                                                       Sally Wheat Interiors. 

                                                                    Photo via decorpad.com

                                         This cloud blue headboard is sure to invite sweet dreams.   

                                                                   Photo via LucasAllen.com