As many of us know, fashion influences everything we design, create and see. Fashion finds its way even into your wedding day décor! I recently came across Pantone’s (leader in color swatches) 2010 hot color palates for you to drool over. Ok, so their just colors, but what do you think about the colors and which ones are you incorporating, whether by accident or choice?

You can download the Pantone Color Report for 2010 here for yourself and get inspired!

With award season just a few weeks behind us, I thought it only appropriate to share with you another prize winning title! Believe it or not, colors are nominated for awards as well, and Pantone announced its 2010 Color of the year on their website. Drum roll please . . . and the winner is . . .

Pantone is pleased to announce PANTONE 15-5519 Turquoise, an inviting, luminous hue, as the Color of the Year for 2010. Combining the serene qualities of blue and the invigorating aspects of green, Turquoise inspires thoughts of soothing, tropical waters and a comforting escape from the everyday troubles of the world, while at the same time restoring our sense of well being.

In many cultures, Turquoise is believed to be a protective talisman, a color of deep compassion and healing, and a color of faith and truth, inspired by water and sky. Through years of color word-association studies, we also find that too many people, Turquoise represents an escape, taking them to a tropical paradise that is pleasant and inviting – even if it is only a fantasy.

Whether envisioned as a tranquil ocean surrounding a tropical island or a protective stone warding off evil spirits, Turquoise is a color that most people respond to positively. It is universally flattering, has appeal for men and women, and translates easily to fashion and interiors. With both warm and cool undertones, Turquoise pairs nicely with any other color in the spectrum. Turquoise adds a splash of excitement to neutrals and browns, complements reds and pinks, creates a classic maritime look with deep blues, livens up all other greens, and is especially trend-setting with yellow-greens.

So what are your thoughts on the color choice? Are you in favor of this beautiful shade, or is it just to green?