PANTONE COLORS FOR SPRING 2014: CAYENNE...

Next up from the Pantone Color Report for Spring 2014 is CAYENNE. This intriguing hue is a wonderful blend of red and coral.

Of course fashion designers will enjoy adding a little extra flavor to neutrals with this lively hue:

Stella & Dot

As home decor follows fashion trends, interior designers will infuse their spaces with Cayenne especially when mixed with neutrals or the other pastels in this Spring's crop of color such as Sand, Paloma or even Hemlock:

Lee Industries

So here's to adding a little spice to your space. Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

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

PANTONE COLORS FOR SPRING 2014: CELOSIA ORANGE...

With most of the country experiencing record low temperatures, I figured maybe I should explore a hot topic today and by hot I mean in color. Continuing the orange trend from the previous seasons' reports for 2013 (Nectarine for spring and Koi for Fall), another vibrant hue from the Pantone Spring Color Report for 2014 is CELOSIA ORANGE...

Influenced by the flower, 

According to the Pantone Color Institute, "Celosia is an optimistic, spontaneous hue" which is a well-suited compliment to Violet Tulip and Paloma. Fashion designers are eagerly producing lively wares in this captivating color:

Gucci

Capri Chandelier Earrings by Stella & Dot

Of course, interior designers follow suit with Celosia accents and accessories to create great spaces:

Lampworks

Rug by Crate and Barrel

Here's to keeping warm. Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

PHOTOS COURTESY OF HOUSEBEAUTIFUL.COM, ELLEDECOR.COM, PANTONE COLOR INSTITUTE, CRATEANDBARREL.COM, LAMPWORKS.COM, STELLADOT.COM..

PANTONE COLOR FOR 2014: RADIANT ORCHID...

Every year, the Pantone Color Institute releases its Spring Color Report for the following year in early September. This years' crop of hues are an exciting spin on modern and traditional colors for 2014:

However the Institute doesn't reveal its "STAR" hue until December. With much anticipation and surprise, Pantone has announced the Color for 2014...RADIANT ORCHID.

"An enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid #18-3224 inspires confidence and emanates great joy, love and health. It is a captivating purple, one that draws you in with its beguiling charm," according to the Pantone press release on the 2014 selection.

Radiant Orchid reaches across the color wheel from the 2013 color Emerald to intrigue the eye and spark the imagination. Designers are sure to fascinate and incite our fashion senses with this striking hue:

Mrs. Obama wearing Radiant Orchid

Manolo Blahnik

Kelly Osborne in Zac Posen

MARC JACOBS

STELLA & DOT

As in the past, the world of interior design follows the fashion "Gods" with an influx of Radiant Orchid whether it takes center stage or as a dominating accent. This purple hue, one of my favorites, is sure to provide a fresh perspective on the world of interior design and not just for little girls' rooms:

Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ELLEDECOR.COM, HOUSEBEAUTIFUL.COM, WOUTER VANDERTOL, PANTONE COLOR INSTITUTE, REUTERS.

PANTONE COLOR REPORT FOR SPRING 2014: FREESIA...

Designers will take a modern twist on the traditional for Spring 2014 by pairing soft pastels with vibrant brights. One the best examples of a blend of pastels and brights is FREESIA. This blazing yellow is sure to illuminate wardrobes as well as interior design in the weeks and months to come. (Sidebar - my mother will be so happy with this choice as she loves all things yellow.) 

The inspiration for Pantone #14-0852

Of course, Freesia follows Dazzling Blue as a primary source of color inspiration in the wave of new designs - fashion and interiors alike - having found favor with last Spring's designated yellow choice of Lemon Zest.

Double Clutch by Stella & Dot 

Norah Chandelier Earrings by Stella & Dot

Since interiors follow fashion trends, this vivid hue will most likely find its prominence in accents and accessories by adding a welcomed punch of color...

Pendant by Radiance Lighting

Throw from West Elm

Hexagon Table from Mod Shop by Room Service

Chesterfield Sofa by Anthropologie

although occasionally being the main attraction...

This makes me (and mom) so happy which always leads to Happy Trend Spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

PHOTOS COURTESY OF PANTONE COLOR INSTITUTE, HOUSEBEAUTIFUL.COM, ELEEDECOR.COM, STELLADOT.COM..