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This week, we're going to talk about some of the fall colour trends according to one of my fabric suppliers, Maxwell. They have gorgeous fabrics, and if you ever see something you love, let me know and I'll get it for you!
But before I get into the colours of the season, I have to tell you the reasons behind each colour trend; it comes down to guessing the mood of the country 2 years in advance, and that includes understanding the economy, and I know that sounds crazy, but it does. Each season is about capturing the mood or influencing it based on how things stand economically. Here in North America (let's face it what trends in the US trends in Canada) the The Color Association of the United States (CAUS), Roberts and her team directly influence the shades that define each season — from the hues found on the runway to those found at home goods stores and even makeup palettes.
"Basically, it's about capturing the mood of our ever changing culture. The trends are forecasted by a panel of committee members who are experts within their industry, such as designers, buyers and textile manufacturers. This group of eight to 12 people brings in research on and examples of colors that are resonating with them. “We’ve had committee members come in with a stone they found on a street, a scrap of fabric, a flower, a spice, anything that really has a color,” Roberts says.
So, for example, the color trends for Fall/Winter 2012 that Fashion Week attendees are noticing now were actually defined and developed in 2010. The extensive lead time is necessary, Roberts says, so that textile manufacturers can produce the materials that designers will be looking to use. But the delay does pose certain challenges. (taken from newsfeedtime.com)
How crazy is all that?! But there you have it, it's about capturing the mood and essence of our lives before they even happen. Si I am going to go out on a limb and guess that in the depths of the US economic crisis these experts looked toward Winter 2012 with optimism. And really these colours make us feel good, and when we feel optimistic we spend our money, redecorate our homes, travel, etc., so economics and colour trends go hand in hand.
Well all that being said, let's talk about some of this season's colours.
Turquoise, it apparently never really goes out of style. And for the record, I want that bag!
"This trendy blue re"ects serenity and well-being and is loved for its soothing tranquility when paired with soft neutrals, and for its bold showiness when accented with lime green and citrus yellow. Turquoise continues to add excitement as an important trend for seasons to come."
And Orange, I know most of us can't wear it well, but we can throw it in amongst our neutrals for that splash of colour; even a wall painted orange won't hurt, it's not difficult to paint a wall nor to change the colour when you're tired of it after all!
"Tangerine, carrot, apricot; orange is this year's biggest color trend. Orange is a power color known to stimulate creativity and positive energy. Pair this warm vibrant color with teal blue and yellow for this season's most dynamic color statement."
And because very few of us can live with an orange or turquoise room, here's a lovely neutral palette to use as your base. Shades of Grey, pardon the reference, but we (meaning the world of colour) had the term first, and there's nothing like beautifully mixed shades of the same palette to make a room feel complete.
Well that's it for today, it's a lot I know, but understanding whey we choose the colours we do allows us to decide what works for us, without being so strongly influenced by the "trends" of the season. That's not to say we shouldn't embrace them; I just think that we need to choose colours that appeal to us for the right reasons!
I like the warm and cool colours together.
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