Pantone 2014 Color of the Year: Radiant Orchid

This year, Pantone chose Radiant Orchid as the Color of the Year.

This year, Pantone chose Radiant Orchid as the Color of the Year.  This color has a lot of saturation and really lends itself to pulling in both lighter and deeper hues of fuschia for balance.  Radiant Orchid is fearless and radiates femininity.  It also reminds me of a well dressed man in a beautiful suit with a gorgeous pop of color underneath.  That’s the true genius of this color; I think even a real guy’s guy can wear it and exude confidence.  This color is seductive.  While it isn’t a color everyone would immediately think of when designing an interior, it can be used very well.  I think Amanda Nesbit (see cover image) was ahead of her time in using this color in her designs.  This color sparks inspiration.  As Pantone describes it, “Radiant Orchid emanates great joy, love and health,” which we all wish for in a prosperous new year.  What do you think of Radiant Orchid?

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1.  Floral art by Takaya Hanayuishi.

2.  Vintage Vogue with Audrey Hepburn.

3.  Tory Burch Priscilla Shoulder Bag

4.  Amazing piece of art, total saturation.  Image via The Suite Life Designs.

5.  Agate Coasters by Richard Mishaan

6.  Jimmy Choo

7.  Purple buttons, photo by Tony Hisgett.

8.  Berlin Dome, image via Shutterstock Blog.

Cover images, left to right: Knot and Pop, Pantone, and Amanda Nesbit Design.