So another year and another colour. According to colour trends setters i.e. PANTONE – 2015  will be a dominated by Marsala colour (PANTONE 18-1438 Marsala).

Marsala – The colour of 2015

Marsala colour for interior design

According to Pantone: “Complex and full-bodied without overpowering, Marsala provides a unifying element for interior spaces. Add elegance to any room by incorporating this rich and welcoming hue in accent pieces, accessories and paint. Marsala’s plush characteristics are enhanced when the colour is applied to textured surfaces, making it an ideal choice for rugs and upholstered living room furniture. Nurturing and fulfilling, Marsala is a natural fit for the kitchen and dining room – making it ideal for tabletop, small appliances and linens throughout the home. The hue will be especially prominent in striping and floral patterns found in printed placemats, dinnerware, bedding and throws.” Read more about Marsala colour for 2015 and look at some examples of how marsala is used

This hearty, yet stylish tone is universally appealing and translates easily to fashion, beauty, industrial design, home furnishings and interiors.
Leatrice EisemanExecutive Director, Pantone Color Institute^®

Watch executive director Leatrice Eiseman of Pantone talking about Marsala and how it was chosen to be the colour of 2015.

Marsala Colour of 2015: HTML/Hex colour: AD655F / RGB: R173 G101 B95 / CMYK: C10 M67 Y49 K23

Marsala: colour of the Year 2015 in color systems

HTML/Hex colour: AD655F
RGB: R173 G101 B95
CMYK: C10 M67 Y49 K23
More colour systems and guides for marsala

Benefit from the 2015 colour – download Marsala colour

Download Marsala colour to your mobile devices

You can download the Marsala colour to your mobile phone or mobile device or computer and use it as a wallpaper.

Examples of marsala colour in personal use

Colours of previous years

Colours of 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000

PANTONE 18-3224 Radiant Orchid (2014)
PANTONE 17-5641 Emerald (2013)
PANTONE 17-1463 Tangerine Tango (2012)
PANTONE 18-2120 Honeysuckle (2011)
PANTONE 15-5519 Turquoise (2010)
PANTONE 14-0848 Mimosa (2009)
PANTONE 18-3943 Blue Iris (2008)
PANTONE 19-1557 Chili Pepper (2007)
PANTONE 13-1106 Sand Dollar (2006)
PANTONE 15-5217 Blue Turquoise (2005)
PANTONE 17-1456 Tigerlily (2004)
PANTONE 14-4811 Aqua Sky (2003)
PANTONE 19-1664 True Red (2002)
PANTONE 17-2031 Fuchsia Rose (2001)
PANTONE 15-4020 Cerulean (2000)

Read about Radiant Orchid – the colour of 2014

Feng shui colours

Colour is such a personal preference. The rule of thumb is to follow your own taste and preference. If you want to know what is your feng shui colour, find out your element and then you’ll know your colour. Your feng shui element depends on the year you were born (see the 5 elements chart below). There are five elements: water, wood/tree, fire, earth and metal. For example, if your element is earth, then your feng shui colours are earth colours such as yellow, orange, browns, etc. There are also supporting colours for each element (water supports wood/tree, wood supports fire, fire supports earth, earth supports metal and metal supports water) – so you can use these colours in conjunction with your primary colour/s.
Water element colours: blue, black
Wood/tree element colours: green
Fire element colours: red, pink
Earth element colours: yellow, earthy colours
Metal element colours: silver, gold, grey

9 Star Ki Chart & 5 Elements

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2014 colour of the year is radiant orchid

“An enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid inspires confidence and emanates great joy, love and health. It is a captivating purple, one that draws you in with its beguiling charm.”

“While the 2013 color of the year, PANTONE 17-5641 Emerald, served as a symbol of growth, renewal and prosperity, Radiant Orchid reaches across the color wheel to intrigue the eye and spark the imagination,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “An invitation to innovation, Radiant Orchid encourages expanded creativity and originality, which is increasingly valued in today’s society.”

Check out the feng shui tips for 2014

Radiant Orchid is the colour for 2014

Download Radiant Colour Formula for Adobe Applications

Web/html code: B163A3

Radiant Orchid Colour Formula

Read more about all the other colour trends for 2014 

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Electric blue summer 2013 colour for shoes

The colour trend for spring and summer 2013 is electric blue (emerald green is the colour of the year for 2013). Obviously, there are many colours that are trendy in 2013 but electric blue/cobalt and emerald green will be one of the more predominant colours present in fashion.

Electric blue in 2013 summer fashion

Colour for 2013 – electric blue – for fashion in summer

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Emerald green pantone colour of 2013

Feng shui tips for 2013

1. Emerald green is the colour of 2013 – use this colour for any feng shui rituals. Design code for emerald green: C86 M8 Y57 K0; R0 G157 B134; Hex: #28AE7B or #009D86 (according to hex code generator).

2. Wear something brand new (scarf, socks, underwear, etc) in emerald green colour. OR just set your smart phone screen with this colour – just download this file to your smartphone Emerald Green Colour of 2013 If you have an iPhone: 1. access this page on your iPhone 2. click the link – it will open a new window with the full image 3. touch and hold the image and from options choose Save Image 4. go to your Photos and touch it and choose Use as Wallpaper option
3. Get a new wallet for 2013 to boost your wealth and prosperity. Again you could try to find one that is emerald green. If you’re happy with the existing wallet then just put a photo of emeralds inside or the actual emerald stone itself.
4. Get a new door mat for 2013. If it’s appropriate for the design of your home or office you could get one that is emerald green or just green.
5. To space clear your home or office: clean all door knobs. Another way to space clear your home/office/room/area is to get this space clearing and protection mist and spray it in all corners of every room.
6. Spend some time and dream about what you want to manifest in 2013. One idea is to write your dream list in a form of a bagua i.e. nine squares (magic square) with all the key aspects of life which are: 1. career 2. relationships / marriage 3. family 4. wealth 5. health 6. helpful friends / travel / clients 7. projects / children / creativity 8. knowledge and wisdom / education 9. success / reputation / spiritual / peace of mind. Manifestation in the past years was governed by force as a creative power. The future manifestations will be guided by ‘allowance’. As Lao Tzu pointed out: “The Master allows things to happen.” Start by allowing yourself and others to be and to become what and who we’re supposed to become.

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Honeysuckle – the colour of 2011

Honeysuckle: A Color for 2011 – Colour for All Seasons.
Courageous. Confident. Vital. A brave new color, for a brave new world. Let the bold spirit of Honeysuckle infuse you, lift you and carry you through the year. It’s a color for every day – with nothing “everyday” about it. “In times of stress, we need something to lift our spirits. Honeysuckle is a captivating, stimulating color that gets the adrenaline going – perfect to ward off the blues,” explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “Honeysuckle derives its positive qualities from a powerful bond to its mother color red, the most physical, viscerally alive hue in the spectrum.” Eiseman continues, “The intensity of this festive reddish pink allures and engages. In fact, this color, not the sweet fragrance of the flower blossoms for which it was named, is what attracts hummingbirds to nectar. Honeysuckle may also bring a wave of nostalgia for its associated delicious scent reminiscent of the carefree days of spring and summer.”

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Turquoise – the colour of 2010

Turquoise transports you to an exciting, tropical paradise while offering a sense of protection and healing in stressful times.

Turquoise, combining the serene qualities of blue and the invigorating aspects of green, evokes thoughts of soothing, tropical waters and a languorous, effective escape from the everyday troubles of the world, while at the same time restoring our sense of wellbeing.

“In many cultures, Turquoise occupies a very special position in the world of colour,” explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “It is believed to be a protective talisman, a colour of deep compassion and healing, and a colour of faith and truth, inspired by water and sky. Through years of colour word-association studies, we also find that Turquoise represents an escape to many – taking them to a tropical paradise that is pleasant and inviting, even if only a fantasy.”

Whether envisioned as a tranquil ocean surrounding a tropical island or a protective stone warding off evil spirits, Turquoise is a colour that most people respond to positively. It is universally flattering, has appeal for men and women, and translates easily to fashion and interiors. With both warm and cool undertones, Turquoise pairs nicely with any other colour in the spectrum. Turquoise adds a splash of excitement to neutrals and browns, complements reds and pinks, creates a classic maritime look with deep blues, livens up all other greens, and is especially trend-setting with yellow-greens.

In fashion, Turquoise makes a statement that can look elegant and dressy in fine silk and gemstones, or casual and fun in cotton and athletic apparel. Because of its versatility, Turquoise is a great accent colour in jewellery, purses, shoes, hair accessories and even nail polish for women, and ties, shirts and sportswear for men.

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2009 colour of the year Mimosa

Mimosa is the colour of the year 2009. This colour speaks of hopefulness and embodies reassurance in the global climate of change.

“The color yellow exemplifies the warmth and nurturing quality of the sun, properties we as humans are naturally drawn to for reassurance,” explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “Mimosa also speaks to enlightenment, as it is a hue that sparks imagination and innovation.”

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2008 colour of the year Blue Iris

Blue Iris is the color of the year for 2008 according to Pantone® which says that it is “a multifaceted hue reflecting the complexity of the world that surrounds us.”

Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute® explains further that “As a reflection of the times, Blue Iris brings together the dependable aspect of blue, underscored by a strong, soul-searching purple cast. Emotionally, it is anchoring and meditative with a touch of magic. Look for it artfully combined with deeper plums, red-browns, yellow-greens, grapes and grays.”

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