15-5519

15-5519. That's the color code for PANTONE® color of the year, Turquoise.

I have been waffling back and forth on whether to post about "the color of the year". It has been discussed on every design blog out there and most are probably sick of it by now. I also get the impression that most don't like it used in decorating. Some are saying it's too "trendy". What?

If it weren't in fashion, would it be "color of the year" Is it color of the year because it's in fashion or is it in fashion because it's color of the year? Do they just flip a coin to pick color of the year? Maybe they do? I don't know? I think it involves a little more research than that. But moving on...

I like turquoise. I liked it before it was color of the year. Turquoise pairs well with many other colors. It's really rather versatile. It pairs well with neutrals like black and brown, as well as brights like red, pink or orange.

I love turquoise and I love these bowls. Crate and Barrel.

DIY Magazine used it on it's Spring cover.

Image courtesy of Southern Accents.

Image courtesy of A Turquoise Wedding.

Image courtesy of The Haystack Needle and a great post on a DIY upholstery project.

What do you think? Do you like the color of the year or meh?

Pantone Color of the Year

Mimosa is one of the 3,000 colors available in Pantone’s line of superior-quality, eco-friendly paint. Mimosa is also the Pantone Color of the Year.

Mimosa is a versatile shade that coordinates with any other color, appeals to both sexes, and translates to both fashion and interiors.


...the abundant flowers of the Mimosa tree.

"In a time of economic uncertainty and political change, optimism is paramount and no other color expresses hope and reassurance more than yellow...read more here


What I find really cool about Pantone Color of the Year is Pantone has collaborated with clothing manufacturer Gap to produce a limited edition series of men’s and women’s t-shirts in varying Pantone shades. The temporary store is located in Gap’s 5th Avenue flagship store in Midtown Manhattan and features clothing for purchase representing a full palette of true Pantone colors as part of the retailer’s spring collection.


You can have your t-shirt and paint it too.