PANTONE COLOR FOR SPRING: LINEN...

Next up on the Pantone Fashion Color Report for Spring 2013 is LINEN. A warm neutral, Linen is light and airy, providing a nude-like basic that is a must have for spring. Its great when paired with Grayed Jade and Dusk Blue for subtle flash. 

This hue is a perfect additional to this season's runways and red carpets...

Chloe

Sarah Jessica Parker in Valentino

Donna Karan NY

Zoe Saldana in Lanvin

Isla Fisher in Reem Acra

A staple to mute some of the richer colors in the palette, Linen is a grounding color when using richer hues in design. Here's how this neutral is translated into home decor and interior design...

Stool by Vanguard Furniture

Pillow from Etsy.com

Roman Shade by Pottery Barn

Lotus Jar from Lazy Susan

Here's how several interior designers have amped up the neutrality of Linen with pattern and texture...

Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

SOME PHOTOS COURTESY OF PANTONE COLOR INSTITUTE.

PANTONE COLOR FOR SPRING: AFRICAN VIOLET...

One of my favorite colors is purple so I was elated to find AFRICAN VIOLET among the Pantone Spring Fashion Report for 2013. This is a statement color that brings a touch of intrigue to the palette that can be incorporated into many unexpected combinations. Great when paired with Lemon Zest its opposite on the color wheel, African Violet is great when complimented with Nectarine, Emerald or Tender Shoots for added punch.

Mimicking lilac in tone, here's how the hue translates in fashion this season...

Tadashi Shoji

Costello Tagliapetro

YSL TOTEM BAG

Here's how it translates into interior design and home decor...

Sofa by Hayworth of London

Now check out how several designers have use African Violet in their interiors...

Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ELLEDECOR.COM, HOUSEBEAUTIFUL.COM, AND PANTONE COLOR INSTITUTE.

PANTONE COLOR FOR SPRING: LEMON ZEST...

The one of the hottest color for Spring 2013 from the Pantone Fashion Color Report is LEMON ZEST . This vibrant cheerful yellow brings out a piquant taste with its refreshing, almost greenish cast.

Check out Jane Fonda's Oscar look by Versace in Lemon Zest. She showed those young starlets how its done...

Jane Fonda in Versace

Here are a few more fashions in this yummy yellow hue...

Julie Bowen in Monique L'Huillier

Marion Cotillard in Dior Couture

Since interior design follows fashion trends, this lively hue translates well in home decor and accessories...

Lamps from 1st Dibs

Leather Pouf from Casablanca Market

Chair by Angelo Home

Armoire from CocoKelly.com

Pendant from World Market

Pillow from Trina Turk

Well suited with African Violet, its opposite on the color wheel, Lemon Zest is also flavorful when paired with Monaco Blue or black & white for graphic punch. 

Check out these rooms that are full of zest...

Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

SOME PHOTOS COURTESY OF ELLEDECOR.COM, HOUSEBEAUTIFUL.COM, PANTONE COLOR INSTITUTE.