Pantone names the main colors of 2016

More precisely, this year two shades of – rose quartz and pale lavender. When paired, they resemble the colors of the sky at dawn, when the sun is just beginning to rise.

Representatives of the Color Institute noted that the selected shades are symbols of gender equality in society. In addition, blue has a calming effect and is also associated with peace and relaxation, while rose quartz symbolizes compassion and is strongly associated with mercy.

Thus, according to color experts, the balance of warm and cold shades has a relaxing and calming effect, thanks to which it will help fight daily stress.

Pantone Color of the Year 2016

In the fashion world, these colors have long been popular. Outerwear resembling a cloud looks especially impressive in such pastel shades. In the collections of the current season, delicate shades of pink and blue were actively used in the collections of Prada, Delpozo, Dolce & Gabbana.

Dolce & Gabbana

Prada

Delpozo

Source: https://www.pantone.com/color-of-the-year-2016

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