Lemon Zest and Monaco Blue for 2013

I could go on and on with brilliant color combos based on the predicted PANTONE colors for next year.  Seriously, I love these.  How about Lemon Zest and Monaco Blue?

Happy and bright is this citrus color, Lemon Zest!

Monaco blue is deep, dark and soothing.

Photos from  babble.com   Domestic Charm   sloanandthemisblog.com

Looking for a color combo for your anti-pink groom? Lemon Zest and Monaco Blue make a cheerful, yet elegant theme.

Nectarine and Dusk Blue for 2013

In a recent post, I let you know what the top 10 predicted PANTONE color trends for 2013 are.  Today I am pairing Nectarine (not to be confused with last year's Tangerine,) and Dusk Blue.  Think sun and sea.

Nectarine is bright, happy, fresh and alive!  Bright colors will be acting as the new neutrals.

Dusk blue signifies water and water's elements: fluidity, translucency, power and lightness.

Photos from   babble.com   beau-coup.com   foodandwine.com    whiteonricecouple.com      

Wouldn't these colors make a great color palette for a gender neutral baby shower?

Poppy Red and Emerald for 2013

Tangerine Tango was the "it" PANTONE color for 2012, this upcoming spring season we have a handful of pastels, a bunch of greens and some brights.  Its all about balance.  In this post I focus on pairing two of 2013's proposed colors, Poppy Red and Emerald.

Emerald is sophisticated, lively and fresh.  This color makes you think of spring and renewal.

Any shade of red is a power color.  Specifically, Poppy adds passion and a sense of optimism.

Photos from   Babble.com  Onegentsten.com   Allexpress.com   Redpoppyfashion.blogspot.com    Modcloth.com

Don't they look beautiful together?  Share your favorite poppy red and emerald combo!

Happily Ever After Wedding Pantone Inspiration Board

This Wedding Wednesday, I just wanted to share one of the many beautiful wedding styleboards created on The Dessy Group's Pantone Wedding Styleboard tool, this one by user IvyFielden .  I love this service.  You can browse from some of the year's hot Pantone colors to match your favorites and then paste photos of dresses, menswear, accessories and photos uploaded from other users, to create a styleboard.  The one that I have chosen to share with you below has been tagged with the words "vintage, romantic, elegant, garden and spring." 

The color palette that was chosen for this inspiration included Yellow Ice, Begonia and Carnation.  Soft, creamy colors that are both sweet and regal.