Peach Picks

Pantone, a global authority on color, has once again cast its influential vote on the design world with the announcement of the Color of the Year for 2024. Every Pantone Color of the Year is carefully chosen, often with profound symbolic meanings. Whether it represents hope, resilience, or a response to the world's current climate, understanding the symbolism behind the chosen hue adds depth to its visual appeal. This annual revelation sets the tone for fashion, design, and various industries, sparking creativity and influencing trends. In this blog post, we'll delve into Pantone's Color of the Year for 2024, exploring its significance, impact, and potential applications.

For 2024, Pantone has unveiled Pantone 13-1023 “Peach Fuzz” as the 2024 color of the year. This color is a perfect blend of pink and orange and is meant to evoke a feeling of warmth and togetherness. Pantone states, “at a time of turmoil in many aspects of our lives, our need for nurturing, empathy and compassion grows ever stronger as does our imaginings of a more peaceful future…  with that in mind, we wanted to turn to a color that could focus on the importance of community and coming together with others.”

The Pantone Color of the Year tradition began in 1999 with the selection of PANTONE 15-4020 Cerulean Blue, famously referenced by Meryl Streep in her iconic monologue from "The Devil Wears Prada," highlighting the profound impact of color in the fashion industry. As 2024 marks the 25th anniversary, the Pantone Color Institute continues to fulfill its initial mission, fostering conversations within the design community and engaging color enthusiasts worldwide. Over the years, Pantone has not only established a robust brand presence but also forged numerous collaborations.

In 2024, celebrating a quarter-century of color influence, Pantone unveils its "Peach Fuzz" collaborations with multiple diverse brands spanning various industries. Partnerships include Ruggable, Spoonflower, Polaroid, Motorola, Cariuma, Ultrafabrics, dsm-firmenich, Dr. Best, Shades by Shan, and Tea Leaves. Noteworthy among these collaborations are Ruggable and Spoonflower, contributing unique and innovative interpretations of this year's vibrant hue to the interior design industry specifically.

See some of our favorite picks from the Ruggable and Spoonflower collections:

In conclusion, Pantone's Color of the Year is more than just a selection; it's a cultural phenomenon that shapes our visual landscape and sparks creativity across industries. As we navigate the design trends of 2024, let's embrace the chosen color and explore the many different ways it influences our world, from fashion runways to our home decor and beyond.