It’s no surprise 2014’s color of the year is so upbeat
“While the 2013 color of the year, Emerald, served as a symbol of growth, renewal and prosperity, Radiant Orchid reaches across the color wheel to intrigue the eye and spark the imagination,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. And it makes sense: with all the attention paid to happiness, personal growth, and dreaming big this year, 2014 should be our year to shine.
The “radiant orchid” color is a combination of fuchsia (without the neon), purple, and pink. The color is confident and symbolizes joy, love, and health. All things you’re looking for in 2014, no?
Here’s what the Pantone group had to say about its color of the year:
Radiant Orchid for Fashion
Radiant Orchid’s rosy undertones radiate on the skin, producing a healthy glow when worn by both men and women. A dazzling attention-getter, Radiant Orchid permeated the runways during the spring 2014 fashion shows and is already making its way onto the red carpet.
Radiant Orchid for Beauty
A modern and surprisingly versatile shade, Radiant Orchid enlivens the skin, making all who wear it feel more healthy and energetic. Combine with red and pairs well with its sister shades of lavender, purple and pink, which provides an assortment of lipstick and blush options. Radiant Orchid’s exuberance also acts as a brilliant finishing touch to nails.
Radiant Orchid for Home
Spruce up interior spaces by incorporating this uplifting and bold hue in accents. As adaptable as it is beautiful, Radiant Orchid complements olive and deeper hunter greens, turquoise, teal, and even light yellows. Likewise, the vibrant color is sure to liven up neutrals including gray, beige, and taupe.