Tangerine is Pantone colour of the year for 2012
The 2011 colour of the year, Honeysuckle, encouraged us to face everyday troubles with verve and vigor.
Tangerine Tango, a spirited reddish orange, continues to provide the energy boost we need to recharge and move forward.
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Orange is naturally energetic and incredibly lively, which indubitably works best in common areas or spaces intended for activity and entertaining. Subtle oranges like a sorbet can work in rooms built for restful relaxing such as a master bath, reading room or nursery. But as a rule of thumb, vibrant oranges like this year’s Tangerine Tango really work best in larger spaces that welcome activity.
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"Sophisticated but at the same time dramatic and seductive, Tangerine Tango is an orange with a lot of depth to it," said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone colour Institute®. "Reminiscent of the radiant shadings of a sunset, Tangerine Tango marries the vivaciousness and adrenaline rush of red with the friendliness and warmth of yellow, to form a high-visibility, magnetic hue that emanates heat and energy."
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Over the past several years, orange has grown in popularity and acceptance among designers and consumers alike. A provocative attention-getter, Tangerine Tango is especially appealing in men’s and women’s fashion. Fashion designers are incorporating this attractive orange into their spring collections. A fun, lively take on a traditional autumnal hue, Tangerine Tango will surely carry through to fall fashion as well.
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A winner in cosmetics because of its versatility, Tangerine Tango is a bit exotic, but in a very friendly, non-threatening way. Add a sultry flair to lips, cheeks and nails with Tangerine Tango. An unexpected eye shadow colour, Tangerine Tango is a complementary opposite that flatters blue or green eyes.
When paired with brown eyes, it brings out an amber cast. And the same applies to the use of this colour in the home. Pair tangerine with a muted green for a setting that is relaxed but pops with colour.
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Energise interior spaces with Tangerine Tango patterned home accessories. Drapes, pillows and tabletop accessories in this high-impact hue add spice to any room. Or incorporate Tangerine Tango appliances and personal electronics for an unexpected pop of colour.
Looking for an inexpensive way to perk up your home? Paint a wall in Tangerine Tango for a dynamic burst of energy in the kitchen, entryway or hallway. If you are afraid to use a bold colour on the walls, add a splash of colour with fabric and accessories.
