2012 Color of the Year

Ole' for the citrussy boldness of Tangerine Tango!

Pantone has released it's new color of the year and I must say that I do like it a lot more than I did last years honeysuckle.  I have always been a big fan of orange-reds/red-oranges so for me this is a win win.  I am even considering changing my business cards which are currently the carrot shade of orange.  I do know that when I am designing my Chinese New Year cards this year, this shade will be included!  What is very interesting is that the upcoming year ahead is the Year of the Dragon, a year of change, excitement and boldness... a perfect companion to the intensity of the Tangerine Tango.

I have included some great examples of interior spaces using the Tangerine Tango.  I especially like it when it's used alongside a neutral greige.  I love using Houzz.com to get inspired by my fellow designers.  No matter what any designer says we ALL do it.  Especially if I am not used to working with a certain palette, I love to check out how other designers have worked it out.  What's great about this site is that you have your own idea books which are collections of photos on the site.  They can be labeled whatever theme or category you need so its a wonderful reference as a designer.

The photos I have put in my idea box are from some of my favorite designers.  I love how the tangerine is used as an accent color and I especially love the pullout closet units.  What a great idea to change up an existing closet with repainting the drawers a bold color.  The painted front door puts a delightful twist on the typical "good luck" red door that we see everywhere.  One of my favorite color combo's is red and aqua and this bedroom photo below is one of my faves.  While most of my photo references are of more traditional spaces, the kitchen here is definitely Mod.  Tangerine tango helps bring energy and life to the minimal design of the kitchen....and for any room for that matter!

Color Theory: 2011 and why honeysuckle doesn't suck

I may be a little late to the game in regards to Pantone's color of the year, Honeysuckle. But many of my friends and associates have been disparaging the new hue as too "girlie", preppy or limiting. This of course challenged me to find ways in which this pungent pink could become more palatable.  I have assembled a grid of fabrics that are great examples of reasons not to 'hate on' Honeysuckle!  As you can see they offer complimentary colors that help tone down the pink.  From the suit inspired houndstooth 'Sandpiper' to the batik ethic print 'Innovate'  to the sedate stripe of 'Wexford' there is something for everyone to love!
Pairing Honeysuckle with gold and brown brings it down to earth a bit... alongside a melange of antique wood tones and worn brass, it becomes bohemian chic.  

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For a more contemporary look, using the honeysuckle next to taupe, beiges and warm grays can make a neutral room pop! 

These fabrics are sold to the trade only.  If you wish to purchase any of these fabrics email Me !