Pantone’s Marsala
Q. What is the Color of the Year and how can I incorporate this color in my home? -Monica from Littleton, CO
A. If you are a color trend enthusiast or simply stay up to date on the latest styles, you undoubtedly saw Pantone’s announcement in early December publicizing the 2015 Color of the Year: Marsala. The color is named for the Sicilian wine that is naturally robust, earthy and a delightful cooking aid. Exemplifying characteristics of the wine, this full-bodied red-brown hue is considered a “grounded statement color” and can be used on its own or as a strong accent.
Leatrice Eiseman, executive director at Pantone Color Institute, travels the world with her team to observe colors at their best for the Color of the Year selections. For 2015, they landed on this gem of a hue for five main reasons:
• Marsala is universally appealing. The eye seeks comfort in the color, making you feel mentally and physically satisfi ed in its presence.
• Marsala is a unifying element. Whether it’s selected as a primary or secondary color, Marsala knows how to tie a canvas, space or outfit together.
• Marsala is hearty, stylish and pleasantly not overpowering. It’s a bold yet grounded color meant for many occasions.
• Marsala easily translates across fashion, beauty and interior design.
• Finally, Marsala is said to enrich our minds, bodies and souls for a content and cohesive self.
Let’s explore four spaces in your home that will love Marsala this year:
Marsala in the Living Room
Create energized elegance in your living room. Marsala is plush and convivial, making it a grand choice for walls, furniture and accessories. Its distinct characteristics carry boldly into textured surfaces, enhancing the color’seffects on the mind and mood. Upholstered sofas and chairs will make pleasant statement pieces. Or opt for a unifying rug for a simple addition that still embraces all the glory of textured Marsala.
Marsala in the Home Office
Marsala embodies confi dence and stability. Consider an accent wall in your home office for the full effect of Marsala on your mind at work. You may be wondering just how this color reaches deeply into your psyche. It’s actually simple, as it is said to remind us of the comfort of food and wine. The simple comfort of the simulated effects of a full stomach and satisfying drink is a welcome experience.
Marsala in the Bedroom
Embrace warmth and a subtle touch of allure with Marsala in the bedroom. Take full advantage of the color’s bold features through plush bedding. Try rich fabrics in solids, fl orals or stripes that will draw you in to luxury and comfort.
Marsala in the Kitchen
Perhaps the most natural fi t for Marsala is in the kitchen. The hue is nurturing, fulfi lling and undeniably tasteful. As mentioned above, the color creates the satisfaction of a fulfilling meal and yet it still remains grounded in sophistication. Think small appliances and towels for your kitchen. If you have a breakfast nook or dining area near the kitchen, continue the trend with a Marsala-inspired tabletop via tablecloths, napkins, dishes and/or glasses.
