Who saw this coming? Pantone just announced Ultra Violet as the 2018 Color of the Year. 2017 was all about Greenary, the color of new beginnings & growth. As we step into 2018, it’s the year of mystery, the unknown, the what’s to come. Ultra Violet is a dramatic, provocative and thoughtful shade of purple; “it communicates originality, ingenuity and visionary thinking that points us toward the future.’ -Pantone
“We are living in a time that requires inventiveness and imagination. It is this kind of creative inspiration that is indigenous to Ultra Violet, a blue-based purple that takes our awareness and potential to a higher level,” said Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute. Ultra Violet is the perfect example of what the world needs. Stop worrying, stop debating. Channel your inner 5 year old self, and get lost in the power of your imagination, get creative and explore the all the possibilities that 2018 has to offer.
Different shades of purple have always made a strong impact in design and décor but now more than ever you will notice Ultra Violet popping up anywhere and everywhere. “As individuals around the world become more fascinated with this color and realize its ability to convey deep messages and meanings, designers and brands should feel empowered to use this color to inspire and influence.”
Decorating with Ultra Violet
It’s easy to make a bold statement in any space by incorporating Ultra Violet. Something’s very edgy and electrifying about this color. Think dark and romantic, leather, velvet – wow are your creative juices spinning yet? Go big or go home, right?
On the other hand, Ultra Violet can be subtle too. It’s an easy color to work with; it’s both a warm and cool tone, very versatile when it comes to décor. It’s a great accent color, think wall color, striking purple couch, statement pillows and so on.
Ultra Violet in any Space
Ultra Violet is a great statement color that can easily be incorporated into any space, both residential & business. Think Amethyst Precious Stone as a backsplash or a striking White Marble with intense violet veining like Greylac.
Pinterest top 100 trends to try in 2018 recently came out and Terrazzo was among the list. Up 316% on the saves, Terrazzo is bigger then ever. With endless design and color options that are available for terrazzo, why not incorporate this savvy purple shade.
Wearing Ultra Violet
The enchanting purple is quickly making its way to the runways and the streets. Ultra Violet becomes luxurious when paired with golds and metals. While paired with greens and neutrals it evokes elegance.
Ultra Violet is quickly becoming the it color in beauty. Purple shades in hair continue to elevate street styles as a symbol of creative expression. A touch of purple on the lip or lid is a sign of confidence, not an everyday look that’s for sure.
