Colour of 2013 - Emerald

So it is official, Pantone has announced the colour for 2013 - swatch number 17-5641 Emerald.

According to Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Colour Institute, green is a colour abundant in the natural world but also respected and loved around the world. “Green is the most abundant hue in nature – the human eye sees more green than any other colour in the spectrum,” says Eiseman. “As it has throughout history, multifaceted Emerald continues to sparkle and fascinate. Symbolically, Emerald brings a sense of clarity, renewal and rejuvenation, which is so important in today’s complex world. This powerful and universally appealing tone translates easily to both fashion and home interiors.”

Frankly speaking I'm not sure I get the entire renewal and rejuvenation thing from this colour, (yes I know green connotes life) but saying it brings a sense of clarity does make sense. This particular green is not overstated or fussy; it should be able to fit in well and that might help bring on the clarity. Maybe?? I do love words but some folks are just so much more clever with them, or do they just put lots of them together and leave it up to the reader to figure out the message? At any rate I'm thrilled about this green, whatever the message(s) it sends out to the world.

I'll add Emerald 17-5641 also translates into yarn colours. See how it is being touted in the most recent Vogue Knitting's Knit News magazine. Or how about by yarn manufacturers Bernat or Lion Brand. Unlike last year's Tangerine I can actually wear this year's emerald because the base is stronger in blue than yellow. Whoa, if I choose to, I could actually look a bit fashionable, but only a small bit.

So if you're into winter colours and jewel tones, this year's Emerald might work out for you too. As you're out and about see if you can spy this Emerald colour in more use this year than ever. Bet you will.

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