Pantone® Fashion color report for Fall 2014

February 2014


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Fall 2014: Color that Transcends Time and Place

Whether it was a particular decade or a trip to a special place, designers are fascinated with the beauty of the past and the spirit of the present—recreating it with color, fabric and style this fall season. Design and color were inspired by everything from books, artisan crafts, photography and retro architecture, to exotic landscapes and the children of rock legends. The diverse color palette takes us on an adventure spanning 100 years—a season roused by various vantage points from past and present.

“This is a season of untypical colors—more reflective of the imagination and ingenuity, which makes for an artful collection of colors and combinations not bound by the usual hues for fall,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “There is a feminine mystique that is reflected throughout the palette, inspired by the increasing need for women everywhere to create an individual imprint.”

SANGRIA, an exotic red that evokes a sense of glamorous adventures and faraway destinations is enhanced by AURORA RED, a more sophisticated shade that adds verve and spark.

Yael Sonia, Mary Esses, Elke Berr, Nicole Miller
Yael Sonia, Mary Esses, Elke Berr, Nicole Miller

Yoana Baraschi, Vianna, Luca Carati, Mauro Felter
Yoana Baraschi, Vianna, Luca Carati, Mauro Felter

The grown-up reds are followed by two extremes of the purple family that intrigue the eye and inspire the imagination. MAUVE MIST, a romantic and elegant purple shade, reminds us of the deco era and stimulates a sense of femininity and empowerment, while RADIANT ORCHID, a captivating and adaptable shade, enchants the complete spectrum.

Paula Crevoshay, Roberto Coin, Yvel, Noon By Noor
Paula Crevoshay, Roberto Coin, Yvel, Noon By Noor

Nanette Lepore, Jolfer, Diamonds for Cure, Cartier
Nanette Lepore, Jolfer, Diamonds for Cure, Cartier

Pair either with CYPRESS, a majestic and powerful green; indicative of its name, this shade has a towering presence and serves as a stunning perennial.

Barbara Tfank, Jacobs & Co, Ponte Vecchio, Loree Rodkin
Barbara Tfank, Jacobs & Co, Ponte Vecchio, Loree Rodkin

With its slightly green undertone, BRIGHT COBALT offers a subtle twist on the traditional cobalt blue, which unifies this season’s blues.

Staurino, Porrati, Sharart Design, Rebecca Minkoff
Staurino, Porrati, Sharart Design, Rebecca Minkoff

Likewise, ROYAL BLUE, which is both evocative and dignified, provides more complexity and excitement than the average navy, while still remaining versatile. Pair Bright Cobalt with Sangria and Cypress, or Royal Blue with Mauve Mist and ALUMINUM, a futuristic stainless steel shade that serves as a complex neutral.

Lela Rose, Mvee, Stehen Webster, RIchard Krementz
Lela Rose, Mvee, Stehen Webster, RIchard Krementz

Andreoli, Schoeffel, Carrera y Carrera, Ella Moss
Andreoli, Schoeffel, Carrera y Carrera, Ella Moss

Similar to Sangria, COGNAC’s name alone leads to glamorous illusions.

Saunder, Carla Amorim, Al Coro, Tamara Comolli
Saunder, Carla Amorim, Al Coro, Tamara Comolli

This classy and cultured brown takes a typical autumnal color to a sumptuous realm, making the shade unexpectedly ideal for evening wear. Adding a ray of sunlight and warmth, optimistic MISTED YELLOW alludes to the promise of spring to come. Both Cognac and Misted Yellow will also be prevalent in prints—a surprisingly popular trend this fall season.

Collette Jewelry, Giovanni Ferraris, JJ Jewels, Bibhu Mohapatra
Collette Jewelry, Giovanni Ferraris, JJ Jewels, Bibhu Mohapatra

For more than 20 years, Pantone, the global authority on color, has surveyed the designers of New York Fashion Week and beyond to bring you the season’s most important color trends. This report previews the most prominent hues for fall 2014.

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