Green is the color of new life, youth and energy. And color expert Pantone has picked emerald as their 2013 “color of the year.” Sephora is already designing a beauty collection around the hue, and major designers will be sending emerald-shaded looks down the runway in their spring fashion shows.
“Most often associated with brilliant, precious gemstones, the perception of emerald is sophisticated and luxurious,” reads a Pantone press release on their announcement. “Since antiquity, this luminous, magnificent hue has been the color of beauty and new life in many cultures and religions. It’s also the color of growth, renewal and prosperity – no other color conveys regeneration more than green. “
The color is chosen by various industry experts from around the world in a secret meeting in Europe. No joke.They even meet in a drab, colorless room, to keep the location’s decor from influencing their decision.
Expect to see emerald in clothing line palettes soon. It’s a head-turning color to pair with your professional attire. Emerald is forgiving on any skin tone and looks good on blondes, brunettes and redheads. It’s got lasting power, unlike last year’s color choice of Tangerine Tango.
So how are you going to incorporate emerald into your wardrobe?
1) Splash of color. Add a pop of emerald in a beautiful cardigan or pair of flats.
2) Make it your statement piece. Forgot the LBD – try the LED. An emerald dress is in-style year-round. Emerald is elegant and vintage.
3) Accessorize. An emerald handbag or – of course – an actual emerald will make you standout with classic flare.
4) Play it up against black. A black dress or blouse looks dramatic as the backdrop to an emerald necklace or silky scarf.
5) Capitalize on trends. Colored skinny pants are in – why not try emerald skinnies? Or what about an emerald-hued headband?
How will you wear emerald this season?