Style Spotlight: The 2019 Color of the Year - Living Coral

Pantone is a standardized color matching system and a world-renowned authority on color. Each year, Pantone carefully selects what will be the “color of the year.” This is done through examination of trends and styles, including what major influencers are doing. Art, music, entertainment, films in production, fashion, and even travel destinations have an impact on the color choice. Technology, texture, and materials can as well.

In turn, the color of the year influences development of products, purchasing, and branding of many industries, including: fashion, home furnishings & decor, home improvement, and all types of textiles.

For 2019, Pantone’s color of the year is Living Coral. Described as “an animating and life-affirming coral hue with a golden undertone that energizes and enlivens with a softer edge,” this bright color is sure to inject bold vivacity into your home’s decor.

Ways to Add Color

Living coral is a beautiful shade and will enliven any space. Below are some ideas to integrate it into your current decor.

Living Coral is a bold hue. It won’t integrate easily into every color scheme. However, there are colors which will bridge the gap between coral and more primary hues. For example, if your living room is mostly red, which is a color not typically complementary of coral, add a large item that incorporates both colors, such as these area rugs below. You’ll then have a gorgeous palette of multiple colors with which to work.

Throw pillows and blankets

Perhaps the simplest way to incorporate the color of the year into your decor is to replace throw pillows around your home with some that include coral hues. Choose some that have colors from your existing color palette to make things look more cohesive.

Accent pieces

Accent pieces, which can include anything from coral-hued vases to jars, trays to decorative bowls and plates, or even candles and candle holders, are an easy way to add coral to your style. Try grouping vases and jars in complementary shades. Display a large plate or tray on an easel. Coral-toned lamps are also an easy way to add a soft glow and a touch of color at the same time.

Wall Art

We often think of wall art as a permanent fixture in our home’s decor, but it needn’t be unchangeable. Swap things out as seasons, styles, or your tastes change for a fresh look.

Accent furniture

Small pieces of furniture such as ottomans, end tables, and accent chairs are a great way to incorporate the color of the year into your color palette.

Area rugs and Throw rugs

Rugs are a great way to bring a lot of color to an area with very little effort. Whether you choose a monochromatic style or a more abstract look, a rug can cover much area and provide a lot of vibrant tones.

More Permanent Changes…

If you’ve been waiting for a reason to decorate with coral, now is your chance to fully embrace this color scheme.

Sinks

With sinks in gorgeous hues, your day will be brightened every time you do the dishes or wash your hands. Coral sinks are complemented best by brushed nickel or soft gold faucets.

Rose Gold Bathroom

Rose gold has made a big splash in everything from jewelry to shoes in recent years. If you’re a fan of coral, consider this pink shade for your faucets, showerheads, and bathroom accessories.

Rose Gold Lighting

Lighting is also popular in rose gold. Everything from pendants to ceiling fixtures will accomplish the goal of bringing pink into your home’s lighting scheme.

The Wind Up

Whether you want to work coral hues into your home’s decor in minor ways or major, it is absolutely certain to brighten any space in your house.