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Since 1999, the Pantone Color Institute has made its selection for theColor of the Year. Some hues have been selected for their abilities to reflect current times, others as a way to influence trends, while others have been a way to simply put some positive vibes in the air.“To arrive at the selection each year, our team of global color experts at the Pantone Color Institute comb the world looking for new color influences,” says Laurie Pressman, Vice President of the Pantone Color Institute viathe company’s official website.“This can include the entertainment industry and films in production, traveling art collections and new artists, fashion, all areas of design, aspirational travel destinations, new lifestyles, play styles, or enjoyable escapes, as well as socio-economic conditions.“She continues, “Influences may also stem from new technologies, materials, textures, and effects that impact color, relevant social media platforms, and even upcoming sporting events that capture worldwide attention.“From Cerulean toPeach Fuzz, check out all of Pantone’s selections for Color of the Year from the last 24 years!
Since 1999, the Pantone Color Institute has made its selection for theColor of the Year. Some hues have been selected for their abilities to reflect current times, others as a way to influence trends, while others have been a way to simply put some positive vibes in the air.
“To arrive at the selection each year, our team of global color experts at the Pantone Color Institute comb the world looking for new color influences,” says Laurie Pressman, Vice President of the Pantone Color Institute viathe company’s official website.
“This can include the entertainment industry and films in production, traveling art collections and new artists, fashion, all areas of design, aspirational travel destinations, new lifestyles, play styles, or enjoyable escapes, as well as socio-economic conditions.”
She continues, “Influences may also stem from new technologies, materials, textures, and effects that impact color, relevant social media platforms, and even upcoming sporting events that capture worldwide attention.”
From Cerulean toPeach Fuzz, check out all of Pantone’s selections for Color of the Year from the last 24 years!
01of 252024: Peach FuzzPantone Color of the Year.PantoneFor 2024, Pantone went with a calming, warm and welcoming hue reflecting “our desire to want to be close to those we love and the joy we get when allowing ourselves to tune into who we are and just savor a moment of quiet time alone,“per Pressman.
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2024: Peach Fuzz
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For 2024, Pantone went with a calming, warm and welcoming hue reflecting “our desire to want to be close to those we love and the joy we get when allowing ourselves to tune into who we are and just savor a moment of quiet time alone,“per Pressman.
02of 252023: Viva MagentaPantone Color of the Year.PantoneNothing exudes energy, “vim” and “vigor” quite like Viva Magenta, Pantone’s color of the year for 2023. The bright hue was selected in large part because it “revels in pure joy, encouraging experimentation and self-expression without restraint,“Pantone wrote.
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2023: Viva Magenta
Nothing exudes energy, “vim” and “vigor” quite like Viva Magenta, Pantone’s color of the year for 2023. The bright hue was selected in large part because it “revels in pure joy, encouraging experimentation and self-expression without restraint,“Pantone wrote.
03of 252022: Very PeriPantone Color of the Year.PantonePantone made history when they selected a newly created hue as part of their annual forecast. Very Peri is a blend of blues combined with a violet-red undertone that produces a periwinkle shade.
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2022: Very Peri
Pantone made history when they selected a newly created hue as part of their annual forecast. Very Peri is a blend of blues combined with a violet-red undertone that produces a periwinkle shade.
04of 252021: Ultimate Gray & IlluminatingPantone Color of the Year.PantoneFor the second time in history, Pantone went with two colors for their annual selection: Illuminating and Ultimate Gray. While Illuminating is a vibrant and bold yellow, Ultimate Gray is demure and understated, but still complimentary to its livelier half — thus showing how two opposites can harmoniously work together.
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2021: Ultimate Gray & Illuminating
For the second time in history, Pantone went with two colors for their annual selection: Illuminating and Ultimate Gray. While Illuminating is a vibrant and bold yellow, Ultimate Gray is demure and understated, but still complimentary to its livelier half — thus showing how two opposites can harmoniously work together.
05of 252020: Classic BluePantone Color of the Year.PantoneFor 2020, Pantone chose Classic Blue, a cool, yet powerful hue. “Imprinted in our psyches as a restful color, PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue brings a sense of peace and tranquility to the human spirit, offering refuge,“they wrote.
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2020: Classic Blue
For 2020, Pantone chose Classic Blue, a cool, yet powerful hue. “Imprinted in our psyches as a restful color, PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue brings a sense of peace and tranquility to the human spirit, offering refuge,“they wrote.
06of 252019: Living CoralPantone Color of the Year.PantoneBright and inviting but not overbearing, it’s easy to see how Living Coral was a great choice for 2019.
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2019: Living Coral
Bright and inviting but not overbearing, it’s easy to see how Living Coral was a great choice for 2019.
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2018: Ultra Violet
08of 252017: GreeneryPantone Color of the Year.PantoneExuding freshness, revitalization and new life, thisyellow-green shade"evokes the first days of spring when nature’s greens revive, restore and renew.”
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2017: Greenery
Exuding freshness, revitalization and new life, thisyellow-green shade"evokes the first days of spring when nature’s greens revive, restore and renew.”
09of 252016: Rose Quartz & SerenityPantone Color of the Year.PantoneFor the first time in the history of Pantone’s Color of the Year, the Institute chose two colors for 2016: Rose Quartz and Serenity. Both calming tones, the colors combined bring a sense of welcome, gentleness and poise.
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2016: Rose Quartz & Serenity
For the first time in the history of Pantone’s Color of the Year, the Institute chose two colors for 2016: Rose Quartz and Serenity. Both calming tones, the colors combined bring a sense of welcome, gentleness and poise.
10of 252015: MarsalaColor of the Year- Marsala.PantoneEarthy, rich, sultry and subtle, Marsala’s versatility made it an easy pick for Color of the Year 2015.
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2015: Marsala
Color of the Year- Marsala.Pantone
Earthy, rich, sultry and subtle, Marsala’s versatility made it an easy pick for Color of the Year 2015.
11of 252014: Radiant OrchidPantone Color of the Year.PantoneMuch like the flower it derives its name from, Radiant Orchid is reminiscent of nature, elegance, tranquility and confidence.
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2014: Radiant Orchid
Much like the flower it derives its name from, Radiant Orchid is reminiscent of nature, elegance, tranquility and confidence.
12of 252013: EmeraldPantone Color of the Year- Emerald.PantoneExuding opulence and luxury,Emeraldis the “color of growth, renewal and prosperity.”
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2013: Emerald
Pantone Color of the Year- Emerald.Pantone
Exuding opulence and luxury,Emeraldis the “color of growth, renewal and prosperity.”
13of 252012: Tangerine TangoPantone Color of the Year.PantoneA nod to the bold, free-spirited and strong-willed among us, Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2012 was Tangerine Tango.
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2012: Tangerine Tango
A nod to the bold, free-spirited and strong-willed among us, Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2012 was Tangerine Tango.
14of 252011: HoneysucklePantone Color of the Year.Pantone"Honeysuckle emboldens us to face everyday troubles with verve and vigor,” Pantonewrote of their 2011 Color of the Year. This shade of pink is ever-present, often seen in women’s accessories and cosmetics, as well as men’s apparel and sportswear.
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2011: Honeysuckle
“Honeysuckle emboldens us to face everyday troubles with verve and vigor,” Pantonewrote of their 2011 Color of the Year. This shade of pink is ever-present, often seen in women’s accessories and cosmetics, as well as men’s apparel and sportswear.
15of 252010: TurquoisePantone Color of the Year.PantoneReminiscent of your favorite beach destination, this eye-catching shade combines “the serene qualities of blue and the invigorating aspects of green.”
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2010: Turquoise
Reminiscent of your favorite beach destination, this eye-catching shade combines “the serene qualities of blue and the invigorating aspects of green.”
16of 252009: MimosaPantone Color of the Year.PantoneSunny, warm and serene, Mimosa reflected the spirit of hope and optimism at a time when things seemed uncertain.
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2009: Mimosa
Sunny, warm and serene, Mimosa reflected the spirit of hope and optimism at a time when things seemed uncertain.
17of 252008: Blue IrisPantone Color of the Year.PantoneA combination of the stability and calming aspects of blue and the enigmatic elements of purple, Blue Iris meets in the middle, giving you permission to stay grounded as you explore the unknown.
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2008: Blue Iris
A combination of the stability and calming aspects of blue and the enigmatic elements of purple, Blue Iris meets in the middle, giving you permission to stay grounded as you explore the unknown.
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2007: Chili Pepper
19of 252006: Sand DollarPantone Color of the Year.PantoneFor 2006, Pantone opted for this appeasing neutral in an effort to “convey a growing concern about the economy,” perWalker Edison. Reminiscent of desert, sand and stone, the color also exudes a type of peace derived from nature.
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2006: Sand Dollar
For 2006, Pantone opted for this appeasing neutral in an effort to “convey a growing concern about the economy,” perWalker Edison. Reminiscent of desert, sand and stone, the color also exudes a type of peace derived from nature.
20of 252005: Blue TurquoisePantone Color of the Year.PantoneMuch like the ocean, this electrifying hue is equal parts calming and enticing.
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2005: Blue Turquoise
Much like the ocean, this electrifying hue is equal parts calming and enticing.
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2004: Tigerlily
22of 252003: Aqua SkyEvery Pantone Color of the Year.PantoneAnother blue-green combo, Aqua Sky was picked for its cool and serene qualities.
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2003: Aqua Sky
Every Pantone Color of the Year.Pantone
Another blue-green combo, Aqua Sky was picked for its cool and serene qualities.
23of 252002: True RedPantone Color of the Year.PantoneA classic hue, True Red is often associated with love, passion, power and other intense emotions.
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2002: True Red
A classic hue, True Red is often associated with love, passion, power and other intense emotions.
24of 252001: Fuschia RosePantone Color of the Year.PantoneBringing in the feel-good vibes for 2001 was Fuschia Rose, which was selected for its cheerful and playful vibes.
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2001: Fuschia Rose
Bringing in the feel-good vibes for 2001 was Fuschia Rose, which was selected for its cheerful and playful vibes.
25of 252000: CeruleanPantone Color of the Year.PantoneMost people now speak about Cerulean in reference tothatfamous scene inThe Devil Wears Prada, but it was actually the Pantone Color Institute’s inaugural color of the year. With its calmness and stability, this pale blue hue was the right selection to usher us into the new millennium.
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2000: Cerulean
Most people now speak about Cerulean in reference tothatfamous scene inThe Devil Wears Prada, but it was actually the Pantone Color Institute’s inaugural color of the year. With its calmness and stability, this pale blue hue was the right selection to usher us into the new millennium.
source: people.com
