Honeysuckle – Nature
Honeysuckle – Pantone
Honeysuckle – Design
Honeysuckle
To lift our spirits in these difficult economic times the colour authority for the design industries, Pantone has announced 2011’s colour as Honeysuckle (Pink).
Honeysuckle, it’s that sweet sticky smell of spring that nature does so well, but it’s the colour that really takes your breath away.
Honeysuckle is subtle yet vibrant, soft yet striking, reminds you of the warmth of summer yet has a cool refreshing quality, and has been welcomed like spring itself by Couture and Interior Designers alike.
As in nature this vital shade of pink sits well with low key contrast such as white, and cream, while holding is own with strong contrast, try it up against black, navy and stormy greys – It really is a colour for everyday in all seasons.
2010 saw Pantone name Turquoise (15-5519 Pantone) colour of the year, wonderfully refreshing, transporting us all to those tropical escapes. In 2011 Honeysuckle is being used to encourage us not to escape but to face the world head on with fervor and spirit. Be bold and adventurous. Honeysuckle is a powerful colour it stimulates strong emotions within us similar to those of its relative to red.
Use these emotions in your wardrobe, décor and even your stationery choices this year. This could be your bold statement for 2011!
If you don’t feel brave enough to paint a wall or buy a piece of furniture in Honeysuckle, try placing a few accent items, cushions and throws are an affordable place to start. If you wish to be a bit braver and artwork, candles maybe a single focal piece of furniture, an ottoman or chair, a hall table or mirror, it’s all about having fun and brining vitality into you home.
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Couture is encouraging us to do much the same. If you don’t feel confident enough to wear Honeysuckle to its full, try the accent of jewelry, belts, bags and shoes. Yes men can wear Honeysuckle too, cufflinks and ties against crisp white shirts is very fresh, try the dramatic team it with a black or grey shirt, the Honeysuckle polo T’s with jeans is always a winner.
Tips for experimenting with Honeysuckle
Start small if you lack the confidence, use as an accent colour.
Check out what’s available in this beautiful vibrant colour.
If you want to be brave but don’t have the budget, buy secondhand, op-shops often have great furniture sections here you can buy cheap and reinvent to your hearts content. When you are tired of Honeysuckle you can try next years colour.
Always remember to consider what you already have, not all colours go together. If these items are small, perhaps consider storage, they can be brought back out when your theme changes.
