Pantone’s Top 10 Colors for Spring 2017
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Fashion trends are seen, heard and known about, but did you know about the color trends that inspire these fashion trends? PantoneLLCis a world-renowned color authority that brings out a range of colors twice each year. These color reports are based on colors that symbolize and reflect the current global cultural climate. It is these colors that serve as inspiration to fashion designers for their upcoming collections.Here is a quick snapshot of the top ten colors for Spring 2017along with style ideas (all garments in images available on The Loom) on how to wear them:
Greenery:Apart from being on the top colors for spring list, Greeneryis also Pantone’s color of the year 2017. It is the color of nature and a color that’s often associated with renewal and life. Greenery, apart from being everywhere, is a visually calming color that can brighten up anything dull. Greenery can be easily paired with earthy shades like browns, as well as other shades of greens, blues, pinks and reds.
Greeneryand Kale Kilim Faux Leather Bag
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Kale: Kale is another darker green shade. It is a shade that is commonly seen in nature, especially in lush forests and foliage. This color represents the great outdoors and is also often associated with healthy eating and living. On a more fashion note, this color can be easily paired with its lighter version Greenery, as well as compliment other top colors from the Spring 2017 range.
Hazelnut:Hazelnut is a beautiful earthy shade that is again found easily in nature. Being on the neutral side, neither too bright nor too dark, it can be easily paired with just about any bright or dark color. It can even be worn singly in a monochromatic way.
Hazelnut colored Chanderi kurta and pants
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Island Paradise: A cool blue aqua shade, Island Paradise as the name suggests reminds of the light blue clear waters of an island. It is a fresh and calm color that can be easily paired with shades of blue and white. From the top ten, this color can be paired with Greenery, Lapis Blue, Niagara, Hazelnut and Primrose Yellow.
Island Paradise and yellow dyed Sari
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Flame: Flame is an extremely bright reddish orange color. Unlike the other colors mentioned above, it is a warmer shade. It is a fiery color that feels energetic and flamboyant. This color is quite bold so can be easily paired with neutrals like black, white or beige. To make it stand out it can be paired with other bright shades like Primrose Yellow or Pink Yarrow.
Flame colored layered top and pants
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Lapis Blue: As compared to the other blues on the pallet, Lapis Blue is a much darker and brighter shade. It is another strong and bold color to wear. Can be matched with Pink Yarrow, Greenery and Primrose Yellow for bright bold looks. On the flip side for a more subtle, cooler style, match with other blues like Island Paradise and Niagara or neutral Hazelnut.
Lapis Blue Pants
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Niagara: Niagara is an easy and relaxed color. It is a visually calming and cooler hue of blue. Being similar to denim like blue color, it can be paired with just about anything and almost all the colors on the top ten list.
Niagara paisley print Kurta
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Pale Dogwood: Pale Dogwood is a beautiful subtle shade of pink. A soft, calm and sweet color that can be paired with other lighter shades like Island Paradise, Hazelnut, Primrose Yellow or Greenery.
Pale Dogwood cotton Kurta with Sharara
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Pink Yarrow: An extremely bright color, Pink Yarrow is the complete opposite of subtle pink Pale Dogwood. It is an instant attention getting color that has a festive and celebratory vibe. Being quite bold, it can be worn individually like a dress or paired with neutrals or dark garments like white, black, beige, blue or grey. It can also be worn as a statement accessory or shoes to brighten up any outfit.
Pink Yarrow Leatherette Kolhapuris
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Primrose Yellow: Primrose Yellow is a bright shade that reminds of the sunny days of spring and summer. A happy and warm color to wear, it is an instant mood lifter and a visual treat. This beautiful color can be easily worn with almost any color from the list.
Primrose Yellow Linen Dress
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All in all, the top ten Spring 2017 colors by Pantone, remind of those found on any tropical island and so give the feeling of a relaxed summer escape. In this fast paced busy world, we all need a little time to take it easy, unwind and rejuvenate. Why not bring this feeling of taking a break, into your wardrobe and daily life through this beautiful Spring 2017 pallet that is sure to brighten up your day!
-Arzoo B. Dhanda
