Pantone’s Color Report For Fall 2016

Pantone’s Color Report For Fall 2016

As we are getting closer to fall and most of us are starting to think about our fall wardrobes, I thought this would be a good opportunity to look at Pantone’s color report for fall 2016.  Bare in mind that there are lots of color trend forecasting companies and they might have slightly different colors in their reports, so it is hard to have one universal color story that works for everyone.  However, the Pantone Color Institute is one of the most used resources for color direction by brands and companies globally, so today I am going to cover their fall color story for 2016.

Riverside

Riverside is a cool and calming yet strong shade of blue that displays vibrancy and sophistication.

pantone color riverside

Airy Blue

Airy Blue was used by a lot of designers on the runway to show weightlessness in a world of conflict.  It is meant to evoke serenity and calm.

pantone color airy blue

Sharkskin

A modern, perfect color for fall that would pair perfectly with any other bright or muted color palette.  It is a practical yet perfectly chic color for fall.

pantone color sharkskin

Aurora Red

A bold red that is warm, sensual and immediately pleasing to the eye.  This color conveys excitement, energy and confidence.

pantone color aurora red

Warm Taupe

A timeless and sophisticated neutral that suggests reassurance and stability.  It is a trusted and grounded color you can go back to time and time again.

pantone color warm taupe

Dusty Cedar

This color is called the fall and winter of the pinks we used in spring.  It is dustier and exudes warmth and complexity.

pantone color dusty taupe

Lush Meadow

This is a rich and elegant, vibrant and sophisticated shade of green.  It is brighter and deeper than the more neutral greens.

 

pantone color lush meadow

Spicy Mustard

Continuing the trend of yellow from spring, this shade is spicier and more vibrant.

 

pantone color spicy mustard

Potter’s Clay

Sort of a neutral earth tone but with an element of russet orange in its undertones makes this color so beautiful and sophisticated.

 

pantone color potters clay

Bodacious

An unexpected color for fall which is perfect for an accent color to work back to darks like black, gray and navy.  Perfect color for those of us that would like to keep on using pink and purple after spring.

pantone color bodacious

What are your thoughts on these colors and which ones are your favorites?

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19 responses to “Pantone’s Color Report For Fall 2016”

  1. Suzy Avatar

    First, I really think most of these colors are pretty, and also refreshing to a wardrobe. I was really drawn to a few of the nail polish colors! Wish they had told us the names of the colors! I can see the name on one or two. I really enjoyed seeing this, thank you!!

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Suzy,
      I agree! I love some of the nail polishes too. I bet you will some of them in stores soon if not already. Thank you for stopping by, I am glad you enjoyed it.

  2. Kathleen Avatar

    Nora, love this post. I like many of these colors but my favorite for me is bodacious!

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Kathy,
      Thanks! love bodacious too and will have to keep that in mind as I don’t use that color too much…

  3. Susan Kenney Avatar
    Susan Kenney

    Nora, love all of the colors, but I believe Riverside catches my fancy. Will have to institute it in my wardrobe. Thanks, Susan

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Susan,
      Isn’t that a beautiful blue! I love it too, thank you so much for your feedback.

  4. Andrea@WellnessNotes Avatar

    Pretty colors! I don’t usually pay too much attention to the colors of a season and stick to colors that fit into my existing wardrobe. But I really like riverside and can see myself adding an item or two in that color!

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Thanks Andrea! I love the riverside too.

  5. rosie Avatar

    This is the perfect post to come back to when you can’t decide on a nail polish color. I also love all the colors

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Rosie
      Haha…thank you for stopping by!

  6. Johanna Grange Avatar

    Love these inspo boards. I’m all about shark skin this Fall. Yay!

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Johanna,
      I love shark skin too, its perfect for fall. Thank you for stopping by 🙂

  7. Getyourprettyon Avatar

    I am excited for all these colors. Thanks for this info.

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Alison,
      Thank you for stopping by!

  8. Nicole Avatar

    Thanks for linking up to Top of the World Style. Great summary on the colors

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Thanks Nicole, I’m glad you like it!

  9. […] the Pantone’s trending colors for this fall back in August and you can see that blog story here.  I really wanted to do an item in this color, so I decided to do a blouse.  Not only does this […]

  10. Elizabeth Hart Avatar
    Elizabeth Hart

    I like them all except taupe and sharkskin.

    1. nora minassian Avatar

      Hi Elizabeth,
      Thank you so much for your input!

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