Colour of 2014

I’ve just discovered that Pantone nominate the “it-colour” for the coming year.
Interesting; I like this.

The colour for 2014 has been named as: ‘Radiant Orchid‘ or officially 18-3224.

“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”

from Pantone website; click on link for original source

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Confused why the two media images seem to show different colours?
Me too. Never mind. I like the swatch better.

Previous year colours have been:

• 17-5641 Emerald (2013): “A luminous, magnificent hue, the color of beauty, new life and prosperity.“
• 17-1463 Tangerine Tango (2012): “A vivacious, magnetic hue that emanates heat and energy.“
• 18-2120 Honeysuckle (2011): “A bright, sherberty pink shade, uplifting and optimistic, evoking nostalgic feelings of summertime.“
• 15-5519 Turquoise (2010): “An inviting, luminous hue combining inspiring thoughts of soothing, tropical waters.“
• 14-0848 Mimosa (2009): “A warm, cheerful shade that sparks imagination and innovation and expressing hope and reassurance.“
• 18-3943 Blue Iris (2008): “A mix of blue and purple that suggests dependability and magic.“
• 19-1557 Chili Pepper (2007)
• 13-1106 Sand Dollar (2006)
• 15-5217 Blue Turquoise (2005)
• 17-1456 Tigerlily (2004)
• 14-4811 Aqua Sky (2003)
• 19-1664 True Red (2002)
• 17-2031 Fuchsia Rose (2001)
• 15-4020 Cerulean (2000)

Hoorah for colour!