Drum roll, please! Pantone recently announced that the 2015
Color of the Year is “Marsala.” A naturally robust and earthy wine red, Marsala
enriches our minds, bodies and souls. Marsala is touted as:
-A Unifying Element: The impactful, full-bodied qualities of
Marsala make for an elegant, grounded statement color when used on its own or
as a strong accent to many other colors.
-A Tasteful Hue: Much like the fortified wine that gives
Marsala its name, this tasteful hue embodies the satisfying richness of a
fulfilling meal while its grounding red-brown roots emanate a sophisticated,
natural earthiness.
-A Hearty, Yet Stylish Tone: 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 color is applied
to textured surfaces, making it an ideal choice for rugs and upholstered living
room furniture.
While Pantone Radiant Orchid, the captivating 2014 color of
the year, encouraged creativity and innovation, Marsala enriches our mind, body
and soul, exuding confidence and stability," said Leatrice Eiseman,
executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®.
"Much like the fortified wine that gives Marsala its
name, this tasteful hue embodies the satisfying richness of a fulfilling meal,
while its grounding red-brown roots emanate a sophisticated, natural
earthiness. This hearty, yet stylish tone is universally appealing and
translates easily to fashion, beauty, industrial design, home furnishings and
interiors."
I’ve always wondered who gets the interesting job of
choosing names for paint colors and who actually has the authority to choose
the Color of the Year for the world. The entire world of fashion, automobiles
and interiors takes their cue from this company. They don’t take their job
lightly. Thousands of hours of research and filtering are done to determine
what the color of the year will be. Pantone has been the world's color
authority for nearly 50 years, providing design professionals with products and
services for the colorful exploration and expression of creativity. Always a
source for color inspiration, Pantone also offers paint and designer-inspired
products and services for consumers.
Let’s try incorporating this great color as a statement
piece, a small pop of color or all over. I’d love to hear how you are planning
to use Marsala in your world. Send me an email at jessica@webbercoleman.com.
