Wildly divergent hues unbounded by traditional guidelines, seasonal borders or gender norms are the stars of Pantone's Fashion Color Trend Report for the spring of 2018. The "untypical" palette reflects the top 12 colors seen on the catwalks during NY Fashion Week, which concludes tomorrow in Manhattan.
Meadowlark / Cherry Tomato / Little Boy Blue / Chili Oil
Pantone, the global color authority, publishes its report to give consumers and retailers a sneak peek at the color stories that will emerge in all areas of design and fashion in the coming year.
Among 2018's "uplifting shades" and "feel-good tones" are Meadowlark, a confident and outgoing bright yellow, and Cherry Tomato, a tempestuous orangey red. Other favorites include Little Boy Blue, reminiscent of a clear blue sky; Chili Oil, an earthy brown-based red; Pink Lavender, a soft and romantic violet rose; and Arcadia, a cooler, cleaner take on green.
Pink Lavender / Blooming Dahlia / Arcadia / Ultra Violet
Emperador / Almost Mauve / Spring Crocus / Lime Punch
“The color palette showcases an appreciation for the complexity and distinctiveness of color and the expression of it, which is something that evolves and can be played with,” said Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute. “Consumers need more variety, and this expanded palette embraces the lack of gender and seasonal borders we are seeing within the fashion industry.”
Sailor Blue / Harbor Mist / Warm Sand / Coconut Milk
In additional to the 12 "call-out shades," Pantone also revealed four "seasonal classics." These more subdued tones provide the mainstay of the wardrobe and the foundational core upon which consumers can start building their own personal style. Seasonal classics include the dark navy Sailor Blue, dove grey Harbor Mist, neutral Warm Sand and off-white Coconut Milk.
In early December, we will announce Pantone's Color of the Year for 2018. Previous winners have included Greenery (2017), Rose Quartz/Serenity Blue (co-winners for 2016), Marsala (2015), Radiant Orchid (2014), Emerald (2013) and Tangerine Tango (2012).
Credits: Images courtesy of Pantone.
