Thursday, November 3, 2011

2012 Hot Color!

A surprising new hue has been named "color of the year" for 2012.  It has been appearing in all industries and may already be familiar to you.  Are you ready?  Introducing "Boyz-N-Berry", a deep, rich purple with slight red undertones, essentially it has become the mainstream purple.  Classic and elegant, this hot color also emotes a young spark.  It shows a changing mindset in todays social atmosphere, exuding the unconventional, spiritual, meditative, yet impulsive ideals.  It is serene, calm, yet in-control.  It is so 2012!


Boyz-N-Berry is also a hue for creativity and irreverence and shows its popularity and versatility in all markets, from hospitality to home, from the youth market to luxury goods.   No longer isolated as a feminine color, real men wear purple, just ask Obama!


Boyz-N-Berry in design projects

  • Purple is the natural complement to yellow which is the underlying color of the new lighter wood tones.  It also makes a wonderful accent color for spaces that have yellow shades which are prevalent in many laminates and vinyls.
  • A warm taupe coupled with purple will invoke a feeling of trust and serenity.  (Yellow and purple is said to be the most healing combination).
  • Creams and whites added to purple can create a sense of fresh openness.  Whites constitute a large part of the color story representing the consumer "need" for cleansing and renewal.
  • Grey paired with purple and cream completes the understated elegance.   Pop it with brighter hues for a youthful appeal.

Updating your color  doesn't need to be a bank breaking adventure.  It can be as simple as altering your signage color, point of purchase brochures and packaging.  Packaging is the simplest way to change a color story.  You can change tissue paper and bag colors quite easily.  Add a decorative ribbon, label or gift wrap.  Adding the right color can soothe and inspire your clientele into a more positive retail experience that will enhance both their shopping experience and your bottom line!

Source: Zara Stender, Color Marketing Group
ZaraColorDesign.blogspot.com

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