Pantone, the global color authority and provider of professional color language standards, has introduced PANTONE 13- 1023 Peach Fuzz as its Color of the Year 2024.
Pantone describes the color as “a velvety gentle peach whose all-embracing spirit enriches mind, body, and soul,” saying that “it captures our desire to nurture ourselves and others.”
The reasoning behind the decision is as follows:
“At a time of turmoil in many aspects of our lives, our need for nurturing, empathy and compassion grows ever stronger as does our imaginings of a more peaceful future. A warm and cozy shade highlighting our desire for togetherness with others and the feeling of sanctuary this creates, PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz presents a fresh approach to a new softness. Subtly sensual, PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz is a heartfelt peach hue bringing a feeling of tenderness and communicating a message of caring and sharing, community and collaboration.”
Lee Eiseman, Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director, Pantone Color Institute™, says, “In seeking a hue that echoes our innate yearning for closeness and connection, we chose a color radiant with warmth and modern elegance. A shade that resonates with compassion, offers a tactile embrace, and effortlessly bridges the youthful with the timeless.”
The events industry is already beginning to embrace this delightful color. View the following photo gallery to glean inspiration!
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