For the first time Pantone has forecasted two shades as their ‘Color of the Year’. This year’s selections are Rose Quartz #13-1520, a pale pink, and Serenity #15-3919 which is baby blue, which may be good news for expectant parents!
According to a press release, the two colors are "a harmonious pairing of inviting shades that embody a mindset of tranquility and inner peace."
For interiors, Pantone projects the combination of Rose Quartz and Serenity will bring a sense of calm and relaxation to the home. The color institute says the two shades are ideal for rugs and upholstery, and should also be prevalent in paint and decorative accessories.
In selecting the Color of the Year, Pantone explores influences in the entertainment industry and films in production, traveling art collections and new artists, fashion, all areas of design, popular travel destinations, as well as new lifestyles, playstyles and socio-economic conditions. Influences may also stem from new technologies, materials, textures and effects that impact color, relevant social media platforms and even up-coming sporting events.