17 Ways To Decorate With The Pantone Colour of the Year 2021
After a turbulent year, the best thing that we can do perhaps is to look forward—that is the message that the Pantone Color Institute hopes to convey, with its selection for the Colour of the Year 2021. For the year ahead, the colour expert has selected two contrasting shades: Illuminating (a sunny yellow) and Ultimate Gray, with the intention to bring forth an uplifting message of optimism and perseverance.
“The union of an enduring Ultimate Gray with the vibrant yellow Illuminating expresses a message of positivity supported by fortitude,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “Practical and rock solid but at the same time warming and optimistic, this is a colour combination that gives us resilience and hope. We need to feel encouraged and uplifted; this is essential to the human spirit.”
The effect of colour on our mood has been well-studied—warm colours can brighten your day, while sedate tones can create a calming mood. Test out these mood-lifting effects with our selection of furnishings and artworks inspired by these trending hues:
1/17 De Gournay x Erdem wallpaper in Imperial Yellow by Erdem Moralioglu
From degournay.com
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2/17 Kaya lamp by WeraJaneDesign
From The Artling
3/17 Untitled (Figure in Doorway) by artist Robert Motherwell
From Michelman Fine Art
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4/17 Herringbone yellow pillow
From W. Atelier
5/17 Fritz Hansen AJ Tassel cushions by Arne Jacobsen
From W. Atelier
6/17 Cassina 556 Sengu Sofa Sofa by Patricia Urquiola
From Space Furniture
7/17 Vitra Herringbone tray by Raw-Edges
From Vitra
8/17 Moroso Bohemian Chaise Longue by Patricia Urquiola
From Xtra
9/17 Luxxy Chair in Yellow
From Living with Dot
10/17 Horizon Mirror
From Tatler Homes Curates
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11/17 Edra On the Rocks Sofa by Francesco Binfare
From Space Furniture
12/17 Ceramic Clock
From Vitra
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13/17 Diesel Living Longwave lounge chair
From Xtra
14/17 Omino-Poser permanent environment cleansing illumination by Sugo
From The Artling
15/17 Linie Design Kisho grey rug
From P5 Studio
16/17 Punt Mobles Stockholm Console by Mario Ruiz
From P5 Studio
17/17 Honeysuckle candle, from Loewe
From Casa Loewe Singapore