By CLARICE SMYTH
WHAT ARE 2020 PANTONE COLOR CHOICES GOING TO BE
2020 PANTONE COLOR
“Color can be used to highlight or diminish attention. It can make something within a space a focal point or cause it to visually disappear. “
What are 2020 Pantone color choices going to be …
Pantone® has unveiled their Color of the Year for 2020! CLASSIC BLUE is a familiar feast for the designer eye. These vivid color has been adored, near worshiped, by designers and the masses. Classic Blue is a color that transcends all color rules and can be found in all design styles. It is a color that is extremely versatile. It can to act as a neutral backdrop or become the focal pop of color in any space. 2020 is going to be an exciting year of color possibilities that speaks to the traditionalist and the modern alike. May we all mix up very magical designs using this tried and true, now new, Pantone® Classic Blue.
“Color schemes can be Analogous, Complementary, Split Complementary, Triads, Tetrads, Discordant, Monotone, and Monochromatic.”
“A primary color mixed with white creates a tint, mixed with black creates a shade, and mixed a gray value creates a shade.”
Pantone® describes this bold red as “Burning bright, Flame Scarlet exudes confidence and determination.”
Although many people love a daring red on their walls, this color can be interjected in less invasive doses. It can become a small accent piece of furniture, one of many fiber colors in an area rug, or accessories such as decorative cushions, pottery, or drapes.
In custom design, you choose the ratio of color application that is right for your space and you.
Pantone® describes this buttery smooth color as “Soft Sunlight invites happiness, pleasant cheer, and a smiling presence.”
This color will work beautifully on walls, for draperies, and decorative throw cushions. It can also be found in the soft gold and brass hardware finishes.
There is more to color than just paint, and textiles, natural wood, and metals read as color too. For example, copper can read orange, stainless steel as gray, and bronze as deep brown. “
Pantone® describes this vibrant color as “Piquant Orange Peel introduces a tasteful tang.”
This color will make a bright and cheerful welcome for an entry door. The undertone of this orange will work well with many of the contemporary exterior colors such as 2020’s Ash or Faded Denim.
I hope that you have found WHAT ARE 2020 PANTONE COLOR CHOICES GOING TO BE helpful in making your choices for this year. 2020 Pantone colors are all beautiful and you can pick just one or mix and match for your custom take on this year’s trend.
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