Bamboo is a standout yellow with a subtle green undertone, brings a warm, exotic flavor to the season. Illustration by Kenneth Cole. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Radiant Emberglow, a traditional autumnal tone, emanates the warmth of a glowing fire — the perfect panacea to the crisp air of fall. Illustration by Peter Som. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Offering a sense of continuity from spring, dynamic Honeysuckle produces a healthy glow — great for cosmetics and holiday soirees. Illustration by Pamella Roland. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Phlox, a magical, deep purple with a hint of mystery, is an outstanding statement when worn on its own. Illustration by Adam Lippes. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Evoking the freshness of a cool mist in a dark forest, Cedar is a versatile, mid-tone neutral green. Illustration by Charlotte Ronson. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Deep Teal, a strong, blue-toned green, suggests ocean depths and the color of the sky as daylight descends into darkness. Illustration by Tadashi Shoji. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Rich, decadent neutral Coffee Liqueúr brings a sense of elegance to fall and is a savory alternative to basic black. Illustration by Elie Tahari. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Neutral Nougat is tastefully embellished by Phlox, Emberglow, or Honeysuckle. Illustration by Ella Moss. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Neutral Orchid Hush, a unique tone of gray with complex orchid undertones, blends well with any other color in the palette. Illustration by Victoria Bartlett. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Neutral Quarry, a reliable medium gray, remains, as always, a practical, dependable staple. Illustration by Jane Ibrahim. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Bamboo is a standout yellow with a subtle green undertone, brings a warm, exotic flavor to the season. Illustration by Kenneth Cole. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Radiant Emberglow, a traditional autumnal tone, emanates the warmth of a glowing fire — the perfect panacea to the crisp air of fall. Illustration by Peter Som. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Offering a sense of continuity from spring, dynamic Honeysuckle produces a healthy glow — great for cosmetics and holiday soirees. Illustration by Pamella Roland. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Phlox, a magical, deep purple with a hint of mystery, is an outstanding statement when worn on its own. Illustration by Adam Lippes. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Evoking the freshness of a cool mist in a dark forest, Cedar is a versatile, mid-tone neutral green. Illustration by Charlotte Ronson. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Deep Teal, a strong, blue-toned green, suggests ocean depths and the color of the sky as daylight descends into darkness. Illustration by Tadashi Shoji. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Rich, decadent neutral Coffee Liqueúr brings a sense of elegance to fall and is a savory alternative to basic black. Illustration by Elie Tahari. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Neutral Nougat is tastefully embellished by Phlox, Emberglow, or Honeysuckle. Illustration by Ella Moss. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Neutral Orchid Hush, a unique tone of gray with complex orchid undertones, blends well with any other color in the palette. Illustration by Victoria Bartlett. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Neutral Quarry, a reliable medium gray, remains, as always, a practical, dependable staple. Illustration by Jane Ibrahim. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011.
Designers are paying close attention to texture, contrast, and color for fall 2011 — pairing menswear with feminine twists, warm prints with cool metals, incorporating both old and new influences, and creating an intriguing balance between colors. “Much like a painter’s masterpiece, there is a certain romance to this season’s palette,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute.
Colors and images in the slideshow are from Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2011 (excerpts reprinted with permission). To view the full report, visit www.pantone.com/fall2011.
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