Color Trends & Color Charts Archives at John Neill Painting

The New Neutrals

Like a breath of fresh air, the new neutrals for 2013 are sure to lift your spirits while calming your senses. Light and airy Linen, Tidal Foam, with a gentle earthen feel, and the sleek and sophisticated Alloy all succeed at achieving a sense of calm in a chaotic world. Incorporating these colors into your wardrobe and interior design scheme will be a breeze.

2013 Color of the Year

The 2013 Color of the Year for Pantone is Emeral 17-5641!

It was a tight race, but with blue prevailing four times over the past ten years, Emerald Green will take its place atop the charts as the “Color of the Year” for 2013. Described as powerful, grounding, and cooling, this vibrant green will bring a nice change of pace in the year ahead. Expect to see an array of emerald green accessories popping up over the next few months, followed by household items and wallpaper and paint colors as well.
While the Color of the Year has historically been a bold color, Pantone has also added 175 new colors to the 2013 collection. Among these are muted earth tones, rich and luxurious neutrals and fun accent colors. Check back soon for the full 2013 Color Forecast and our suggestions on how to incorporate these fresh new colors into your home.

The Colors Of Fall

The leaves have changed colors and there’s a chill in the air, announcing the true onset of fall. If you too are seeking a change of pace along with the changing seasons, here are a few “top picks” for the colors of fall when painting. Whether you’re looking to warm up, cool down, or create a neutral space, color has the strongest impact on our mood and senses. Here’s to setting the tone for the perfect fall.

The Colors of Spring

Although this winter wasn’t a very harsh one, spring often brings with it the desire to freshen up for the New Year with colors of spring. While you’re outside enjoying the beautiful weather, look to nature for inspiration in updating your home.

This year’s Colors of Spring by Pantone centers around the American Landscape and may prove helpful in narrowing down your color selection. And if you still need help, our color experts are only a phone call away. Here’s to a bright and cheerful spring.

2012 Color of the Year

The Pantone 2012 Color of the Year is Tangerine Tango.
Tangerine Tango
Growing steadily in popularity over the past few years, a sophisticated reddish-orange has finally taken it’s place in the spotlight.
The 2012 Color Forecast also contains some lovely neutrals that will help set the backdrop for versatile rooms that can be refreshed by simply updating your accessories each season.
To see the full Color Forecast, visit our Color Trends page.