New Year Color For 2013

New Year Color For 2013

Don’t let the winter blues get you down.  Start your journey for the New Year thinking green.  Freshen your home from monochromatic to magnificent with enchanting Emerald.

Pantone, the authority on professional color standards for the design industry, has named Emerald green as the color of 2013.  For centuries, Emerald has been seen as a color of beauty and elegance across all cultures.  As the most abundant color in nature, green brings a sense of rejuvenation and new beginnings.  This jewel-toned hue will re-energize any space.  Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of Pantone’s research department describes Emerald as, “a balanced color…it’s a color of growth, renewal, healing, unity and regeneration — words we’re all so in need of at this point of history.”

I see Emerald as a richer tone as compared to other greens.  It shouts sophistication, style, and confidence.  Because it is such a strong color, Emerald needs to be used thoughtfully.  From walls to accessories, see how shades of emerald can brighten up your space.

Green curtains hanging in a bright dining room with white chairs and a dark wood table

Emerald adds a dramatic presence to any room.  At Blindsgalore, we have amazing options of turning your windows into stunning focal points.

Large solid emerald green roller shade in a bright living room with wicker armchair and green accentsRoller and cellular shades from the Simply Chic line at Blindsgalore adds brightness and fun.

Three fabric samples in shades of green: solid, striped, and geometric pattern, on a white background
Samples left to right: Simply Chic Roller Shade in Kellie Green, Simply Chic Solids Cellular Shade in Kellie Green, and Simply Chic Roller Shade in Trellis Fern

Living room with dark green wall, pink fluffy wall decor, purple velvet sofa, and light gray armchairsYou can use this green as a neutral as you would with black, tan, or white.  A softer shade will let other colors pop!

Green velvet tufted sofa with white and brown pillows in a living room with a window, yellow curtains, and a chandelier

 

Living room with cream sofa, green pillows, pink roses in a vase, mirrored coffee table, black side table with lamp

 

A collage of green accessories including vases, a bowl, and a soap dish on a bathroom countertopIf a full wall or sofa is intimidating, use Emerald as an accent color.  These accessories stand out against a cream background.

Green vintage chair with decorative backrest and turned legs on wooden floor against white wall with colorful abstractFind vintage chairs and Emerald vases like these at Etsy.

So take a leap and incorporate stunning Emerald tones into your home.  Your friends will be green with envy.