<p>Enticing juicy orange <strong>Tangerine Tango</strong> is a vivacious and appealing refresher to enliven anyone&rsquo;s outlook this spring.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by VPL by Victoria Bartlett. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>

Enticing juicy orange Tangerine Tango is a vivacious and appealing refresher to enliven anyone’s outlook this spring.

Illustration by VPL by Victoria Bartlett. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Cabaret </strong>is a sensual and intense rosy-red &mdash; an excellent choice for summer clothing and cosmetics.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by Tadashi Shoji. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>

Cabaret is a sensual and intense rosy-red — an excellent choice for summer clothing and cosmetics.

Illustration by Tadashi Shoji. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Driftwood</strong> is an adaptable blend of beige and gray with a slightly weathered feel.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by Pamella Roland by Pamella DeVos. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>

Driftwood is an adaptable blend of beige and gray with a slightly weathered feel.

Illustration by Pamella Roland by Pamella DeVos. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Cockatoo</strong>, a tactile blue-green, is sure to make your spirits soar.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by Tracy Reese. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>

Cockatoo, a tactile blue-green, is sure to make your spirits soar.

Illustration by Tracy Reese. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Bellflower</strong>, a distinct ornamental purple, exudes uniqueness and creativity.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by </em><em>Rafael Cennamo</em><em>. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>

Bellflower, a distinct ornamental purple, exudes uniqueness and creativity.

Illustration by Rafael Cennamo. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Margarita</strong>, a piquant yellow-green, lifts spirits with its refreshing and stimulating glow.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by NAHM by Nary Manivong and Alexandria Hilfiger. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>

Margarita, a piquant yellow-green, lifts spirits with its refreshing and stimulating glow.

Illustration by NAHM by Nary Manivong and Alexandria Hilfiger. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Sodalite Blue</strong>, a classic maritime hue, brings order and calmness to mind.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by Mackage by Eran Elfassy and Elisa Dahan. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>

Sodalite Blue, a classic maritime hue, brings order and calmness to mind.

Illustration by Mackage by Eran Elfassy and Elisa Dahan. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Starfish</strong> is a perfect warm summer neutral.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by Carmen Marc Valvo. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>

Starfish is a perfect warm summer neutral.

Illustration by Carmen Marc Valvo. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p>Providing a jolt of energy, <strong>Solar Power</strong> radiates warmth and cheer.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by Bill Blass by Jeffrey Monteiro Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>

Providing a jolt of energy, Solar Power radiates warmth and cheer.

Illustration by Bill Blass by Jeffrey Monteiro Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p>Delicate pinkish <strong>Sweet Lilac</strong> adds a touch of romance.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by ADAM by Adam Lippes. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>

Delicate pinkish Sweet Lilac adds a touch of romance.

Illustration by ADAM by Adam Lippes. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

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<p>Enticing juicy orange <strong>Tangerine Tango</strong> is a vivacious and appealing refresher to enliven anyone&rsquo;s outlook this spring.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by VPL by Victoria Bartlett. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>
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Enticing juicy orange Tangerine Tango is a vivacious and appealing refresher to enliven anyone’s outlook this spring.

Illustration by VPL by Victoria Bartlett. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Cabaret </strong>is a sensual and intense rosy-red &mdash; an excellent choice for summer clothing and cosmetics.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by Tadashi Shoji. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>
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Cabaret is a sensual and intense rosy-red — an excellent choice for summer clothing and cosmetics.

Illustration by Tadashi Shoji. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Driftwood</strong> is an adaptable blend of beige and gray with a slightly weathered feel.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by Pamella Roland by Pamella DeVos. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>
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Driftwood is an adaptable blend of beige and gray with a slightly weathered feel.

Illustration by Pamella Roland by Pamella DeVos. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Cockatoo</strong>, a tactile blue-green, is sure to make your spirits soar.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by Tracy Reese. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>
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Cockatoo, a tactile blue-green, is sure to make your spirits soar.

Illustration by Tracy Reese. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Bellflower</strong>, a distinct ornamental purple, exudes uniqueness and creativity.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by </em><em>Rafael Cennamo</em><em>. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>
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Bellflower, a distinct ornamental purple, exudes uniqueness and creativity.

Illustration by Rafael Cennamo. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Margarita</strong>, a piquant yellow-green, lifts spirits with its refreshing and stimulating glow.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by NAHM by Nary Manivong and Alexandria Hilfiger. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>
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Margarita, a piquant yellow-green, lifts spirits with its refreshing and stimulating glow.

Illustration by NAHM by Nary Manivong and Alexandria Hilfiger. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Sodalite Blue</strong>, a classic maritime hue, brings order and calmness to mind.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by Mackage by Eran Elfassy and Elisa Dahan. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>
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Sodalite Blue, a classic maritime hue, brings order and calmness to mind.

Illustration by Mackage by Eran Elfassy and Elisa Dahan. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p><strong>Starfish</strong> is a perfect warm summer neutral.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by Carmen Marc Valvo. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>
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Starfish is a perfect warm summer neutral.

Illustration by Carmen Marc Valvo. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p>Providing a jolt of energy, <strong>Solar Power</strong> radiates warmth and cheer.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by Bill Blass by Jeffrey Monteiro Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>
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Providing a jolt of energy, Solar Power radiates warmth and cheer.

Illustration by Bill Blass by Jeffrey Monteiro Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

<p>Delicate pinkish <strong>Sweet Lilac</strong> adds a touch of romance.</p>
<p><em>Illustration by ADAM by Adam Lippes. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.</em></p>
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Delicate pinkish Sweet Lilac adds a touch of romance.

Illustration by ADAM by Adam Lippes. Originally appeared in The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012.

For spring 2012 designers are inspired by diverse influences, showcasing a range of styles and lifestyles — from free and playful to light and breezy, plus contemporary classics. The colors likewise reflect these differing moods, encapsulating vivid brights, soft muted tones, and fun-loving pastels. “Consumers look to spring for renewed energy, optimism, and the promise of a brighter day,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “They have learned how color can help them alter a mood, while providing the vitality and enthusiasm that enables them to experiment with new looks and color combinations.”

Colors and images in the slideshow are from Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2012 (excerpts reprinted with permission). To view the full report, visit www.pantone.com/spring2012.

Pantone Colors displayed here may not match Pantone identified solid color standards. Consult current Pantone for fashion and home color system publications for accurate color. Pantone and other Pantone trademarks are the property of Pantone LLC.

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