The color of the year selection requires careful consideration and, to arrive at the selection, Pantone quite literally combs the world looking for color influences. This can include the entertainment industry and films that are in production, traveling art collections, hot new artists, popular travel destinations and other socio-economic conditions. Influences may also stem from technology, availability of new textures and effects that impact color, and even upcoming sports events that capture worldwide attention.
Pantone's Color of the Year has influenced product development and purchasing decisions in multiple industries, including fashion. Past colors include the following:
2020 Pantone Color of the Year - PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue
Pantone Color of the Year 2019 - Living Coral 16-1546
Pantone Color of the Year 2018 - Ultra Violet 18-3838
Pantone Color of the year 2017 - Greenery 15-0343
Pantone Color of the Year 2016 - Rose Quartz 13-1520 & Serenity 15-3919
Pantone Color of the Year 2015 - Marsala 18-1438
Pantone Color of the Year 2014 - Radiant Orchid 18-3224
Pantone Color of the Year 2013 - Emerald 17-5641
Pantone Color of the Year 2012 - Tangerine Tango 17-1463
Pantone Color of the Year 2011 - Honeysuckle 18-2120
Pantone Color of the Year 2010 - Turquoise 15-5519
Pantone Color of the Year 2009 - Mimosa 14-0848
Pantone Color of the Year 2008 - Blue Iris 18-3943
Pantone Color of the Year 2007 - Chili Pepper 19-1557
Pantone Color of the Year 2006 - Sand Dollar 13-1106
Pantone Color of the Year 2005 - Blue Turquoise 15-5217
Pantone Color of the Year 2004 - Tigerlily 17-1456
Pantone Color of the Year 2003 - Aqua Sky 14-4811
Pantone Color of the Year 2002 - True Red 19-1664
Pantone Color of the Year 2001 - Fuchsia Rose 17-2031
Pantone Color of the Year 2000 - Cerulean 15-4020
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