Last year much of the fall and winter colors were muted, grays, browns and earth tones--this fall is about pops of color while still staying in the deeper tones. The great thing about knowing what colors run through different seasons is really, they repeat themselves. You probably already have clothing for fall in these tones. I like what the Pantone Color Institute does in talking about the various color hues for fall and which colors also compliment them. Wear the colors that you love the most and compliment your skin tone.
I personally love the emberglow, phlox, cedar, teal, and coffee. These are colors that I already naturally gravitate towards. I can already think of several items I have from previous fall & winter seasons tucked away until colder weather sets in: A phlox (purple) sweater, deep teal belted cardigan/sweater coat, and lightweight drape neckline tops in emberglow and orchid rush. I am inspired by the discription below to try pairing different colors together and bring a fresh twist to these tops for fall. Already I have spotted scarves in retail stores incorporating multiple colors from this palette, which would be a great way to incorporate color & coordinate with pieces you already own.
Which colors are you most drawn to in this color palette?
FROM THE PANTONE COLOR INSTITUTE
“Designers take a painterly approach to fall 2011 by artfully combining bright colors with staple neutrals, reminiscent of how an artist would construct a stunning work of art,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “Much like a painter's masterpiece, there is a certain romance to this season's palette.”
Bamboo, a surprising fall hue, brings a warm, exotic flavor to the season. Like a filtered sunset on the waning days of fall, Bamboo is a standout yellow with a subtle green undertone. This dappled shade pairs dramatically with several of the top 10, including Phlox, Teal and Honeysuckle.
Radiant
Emberglow, a traditional autumnal tone, emanates the warmth of a glowing fire – the perfect panacea to the crisp air of fall. Combine Emberglow with Coffee Liqueúr for a classic look, or with Honeysuckle for something a bit more retro.
Add a spark with shoes or a handbag in Emberglow, or perhaps a patterned scarf combining purpled Phlox or Deep Teal.
Offering a sense of continuity from spring, dynamic
Honeysuckle adds a bold punctuation point. This playful, reddish pink works with any other color in the palette, especially fall staples like Coffee Liqueúr and Nougat.
To add some intensity, pair it with complementary Bamboo. Flirtatious and festive, Honeysuckle produces a healthy glow – great for cosmetics and holiday soirees.
Phlox, a magical, deep purple with a hint of mystery, is an outstanding statement when worn on its own. Add Phlox to this season's neutrals to create a bit of drama, or combine it with Cedar, Deep Teal or Coffee Liqueúr for something extraordinary. T
o add even more excitement, pair Phlox with Honeysuckle or Bamboo against a Cedar background – a combination inspired by Mother Nature.
Evoking the freshness of a cool mist in a dark forest,
Cedar is a versatile, mid-tone neutral green. It is a natural with Deep Teal, and sophisticated and timeless with Phlox or Orchid Hush.
Deep Teal, a strong, blue-toned green, suggests ocean depths and the color of the sky as daylight descends into darkness. A great standard when used with Cedar, its color-wheel neighbor, Deep Teal is also a unique counterpoint to Honeysuckle.
Consumers continue to add stability to their wardrobes with neutrals.
Rich, decadent
Coffee Liqueúr brings a sense of elegance to fall, and is a savory alternative to basic black.
A deliciously warm camel tan,
Nougat is tastefully embellished by Phlox, Emberglow or Honeysuckle.
Orchid Hush, a unique tone of gray with complex orchid undertones, blends well with any other color in the palette.
Quarry, a reliable medium gray, remains, as always, a practical, dependable staple.
For over 17 years, Pantone, the global authority on color, has surveyed the designers of New York Fashion Week and beyond to bring you the season's most important color trends. This report previews the most prominent hues for fall 2011
