2022 Pantone Color of the Year is First of Its Kind

2022 Pantone Color of the Year is First of Its Kind The 2022 Pantone Color of the Year has been revealed! Plus, it's a special color, too!While there were two colors last year, that isn't the same story for 2022. Typically, the selection process is a thoughtful process that is tied in with trend analysis. … Continue reading 2022 Pantone Color of the Year is First of Its Kind

Pantone Announces Two Colors of the Year…Again!

For the second time in its history, The Pantone Color Institute has made an unexpected move, again - they chose not one, but two Colors of the Year. The only other time this happened was in 2016 when Pantone chose Rose Quartz and Serenity. This year, following an unprecedented year, Pantone chose two colors of … Continue reading Pantone Announces Two Colors of the Year…Again!

Diving Into Pantone’s Color of The Year for 2020

Pantone, the industry authority on color, decides a color of the year every year.  For those in marketing, branding and other creative industries, this is a big deal. It's a big deal because the color of the year sets the trend forecasts and tone for the year. What does this mean? For one, you will … Continue reading Diving Into Pantone’s Color of The Year for 2020

The Pantone Color of the Year for 2018 Has Been Announced!

Each year, the authority on all things related to color, the Pantone Color Institute, forecasts and decides on a color for the year.  Known as the "color of the year", this color is chosen to represent not only design and fashion trends, but also the theme of each year. Although it may not seem like … Continue reading The Pantone Color of the Year for 2018 Has Been Announced!

Greenery : 2017’s ‘Color of the Year’ is Here!

Every year the Pantone Color Institute (aka the authority on all shades of "color") announces a "color of the year".  It is an exciting time in the fashion, design and well, basically any industry that deals with color. For those of you who are not familiar, Pantone's Color of the Year is a special color … Continue reading Greenery : 2017’s ‘Color of the Year’ is Here!

Fashion Report: Top 10 Colors for Spring 2016

As previously announced, the colors of the year have been determined, by the Pantone Color Institute, to be Rose Quartz (light pink) and Serenity (pale blue). Since these two colors will be everywhere this year, wouldn't it be helpful if we were introduced to color pairings? Luckily the Pantone Color Institute has introduced their top … Continue reading Fashion Report: Top 10 Colors for Spring 2016

This Year’s Fashion Report: Top 10 Colors for Spring 2016

As previously announced, the colors of the year have been determined, by the Pantone Color Institute, to be Rose Quartz (light pink) and Serenity (pale blue). Since these two colors will be everywhere this year, wouldn't it be helpful if we were introduced to color pairings? Luckily the Pantone Color Institute has introduced their top … Continue reading This Year’s Fashion Report: Top 10 Colors for Spring 2016

Pantone Creates a New Color Based on Popular Character

This early in 2016 and it has already been a year of industry firsts for Pantone.  First up on the list of never-even-heard-of-before announcements, was their choice of having 2 Colors of the Year in 2016 instead of one.  Now, they have announced their partnership with Illumination Entertainment and Universal Partnerships & Licensing to create a new color … Continue reading Pantone Creates a New Color Based on Popular Character

Pantone Announces Color”s” of the Year for 2016?

Pantone.  The color institute that forecasts trends each year with one. single. color.  This has been true since 2000 when Pantone started the color trend forecast.  Now, for the first time ever, Pantone has chosen two colors to represent 2016: Rose Quartz and Serenity. Rose Quartz (a light pink hue) and Serenity (a pale blue) to … Continue reading Pantone Announces Color”s” of the Year for 2016?

What is a PMS Color and Why is It Important to Your Brand Image

Believe it or not, there is an authority on color.  No, not the fashion police!  It is none other than Pantone, LLC.  Not only are they the authority on color, they are the provider of color systems.  The best known system is the Pantone Matching System (PMS).  This is a universal guide mainly used by … Continue reading What is a PMS Color and Why is It Important to Your Brand Image

2015 Pantone Color of the Year Announced

It's that time of year again where Pantone announces the top color of the year.  The color you that will shape this year's fashion and design world is Marsala.  Yes, like Marsala wine or Chicken Marsala this color is sure to provide a great touch on this year's great vibes. Marsala, an earthy red-brown color, is … Continue reading 2015 Pantone Color of the Year Announced

2015 Pantone Color of the Year Announced: Marsala

It's that time of year again where Pantone announces the top color of the year.  The color you that will shape this year's fashion and design world is Marsala.  Yes, like Marsala wine or Chicken Marsala this color is sure to provide a great touch on this year's great vibes. Marsala, an earthy red-brown color, is … Continue reading 2015 Pantone Color of the Year Announced: Marsala

Why Your Company Colors Are Important to Your Brand

Any Michigan fans here?  We know you are rocking the Blue and Yellow.  What about Michigan State fans?  You are definitely sporting the green and white.  See what we did here?  We associated the University of Michigan and Michigan state with their school colors.  Now, think McDonald's (red and yellow),  Facebook (Blue and White), Macy's … Continue reading Why Your Company Colors Are Important to Your Brand

Pantone Colors Announced for Fall 2014

As fall approaches us, the Pantone Color Institute(R) fashion report is released right on schedule.  This year, according to Pantone's website, the executive director of the Pantone Color Institute(R) stated, "'This is a season of untypical colors - more reflective of the imagine and ingenuity, which makes for an artful collection of colors and combinations not bound … Continue reading Pantone Colors Announced for Fall 2014

Pantone Colors Have Been Announced for Fall 2014

As fall approaches us, the Pantone Color Institute(R) fashion report is released right on schedule.  This year, according to Pantone's website, the executive director of the Pantone Color Institute(R) stated, "'This is a season of untypical colors - more reflective of the imagine and ingenuity, which makes for an artful collection of colors and combinations not … Continue reading Pantone Colors Have Been Announced for Fall 2014

Introducing The Pantone Color of The Year for 2013: Emerald

A new year brings new opportunities, new resolutions and a new beginning, to name a few.  The beginning of a new year is also the time when Pantone,  "the world-renowned authority on color and provider of color systems and leading technology for the selection and accurate communication of color across a variety of different industries" (Pantone's website) … Continue reading Introducing The Pantone Color of The Year for 2013: Emerald