2012 Color of the Year – Tangerine Tango

Posted by: Gina on Jan 17, 2012

Tagged in: color trends, weddings

Photo Via: Bridal Canvaas

You’ve probably heard the news by now… Tango Tangerine is Pantone’s color choice of the year. While this is a bold and vibrant choice, I must admit, I like it! It’s uplifting and fresh! However, we do not want you diving into a deep orange abyss. The bright tangerine does not need to be included in every aspect of your wedding nor do you need to try to stick to a specific shade of orange, it will only drive you crazy! Since you are already going bold, mix shades of orange through out your wedding to keep the look fresh.

Try an orange tie for the guys paired with a neutral dress for the girls and orange flowers. Or, orange floral arrangements with a neutral table linen, like an ivory or silver. Finding a rental table linen or napkin in this color might be hard to find, so don’t stress yourself out searching in your orange abyss to find it. Go a different direction. Too often brides get stuck on one idea and forget to jump outside the box. Nobody knew what your original idea was except you, so nobody will miss it! Or, you can click here to see A Classic’s version of the tangerine tango linen.

A little bit about how Pantone chooses the color each year…
Leatrice Eisman is Pantone’s Executive Directory who spearheads the Color of the Year project. Not only is she a color genius, but her psychology background is helpful too: “There’s a lot of homework that goes into it. But it’s also, what is it that people are needing? There are a lot of concerns out there and serious issues we are facing. Color, from a psychological standpoint, can be uplifting. We arrived at this particular orange because it’s hopeful and optimistic and also has sophistication.” We believe Leatrice is right. The electric color instantly uplifts you and what bride does not want her guests instantly (and subconsciously) hopeful and optimistic?!

visit Pantone’s Website to learn more.

Happy Planning,
Gina