2010 Color of the Year Unveiled

Feel swept away in 2010. Pantone announced its 15-5519 Turquoise as the color of the upcoming year. The hue was chosen for its combination of serene blue and invigorating green, as well as its ability to evoke thoughts of soothing, tropical waters and an escape from the everyday troubles of the world.
“In many cultures, turquoise occupies a very special position in the world of color,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “It is believed to be a protective talisman, a color of deep compassion and healing, and a color of faith and truth, inspired by water and sky. Through years of color 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.”
Turquoise appeals to both men and women and translates to fashion, as well as interiors. With both warm and cool undertones, turquoise adds a splash of excitement to neutrals and browns, creates a classic maritime look with deep blues, livens up other greens and is trendy when paired with yellow-greens.
The hue is available in Pantone’s line of eco-friendly paint. Ideal for a powder room or kitchen, turquoise offers a spa-like feel or when used as an accent, creates lively visual interest.

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Tell us what you think of this color! How would you use it? What feelings come to you when you think of this color? Make sure to comment below.

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Well, now it’s Christmas – which in my house is our favorite day of the year. I thought I would show you the decor in my living room this year. It changes every year and I always collaborate with my daughters. They have their own design sensibility and we merge the things we like. Some years, it’s all their design!

This year we went with a gold and silver color scheme (which was our favorite last year too) with minimal red touches.  I had some sparkly white branches that I bundled together with some gold branches for a twiggy arch above the mantel.

We also pulled out our vintage ornaments and glass domes to build a snowy winter landscape on our coffee table. The Christmas tree pictures didn’t turn out this time but we’ll make sure to include them next year.

Excuse me in the reflection! I just had to show the detail on this cut glass dome scene.

We also extended the snowy landscape to the mantel with one of my favorite sleigh ride pieces joined with a winter fairy.

Hope you enjoyed this glimpse into our living room and I want to wish all of you a wonderful holiday season! May this next year be your best and brightest!

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