Emerald green for 2013. That’s the news if you were waiting to plan any decorating updates around Pantone’s Color of the Year announcement made last week.
“Green is the most abundant hue in nature – the human eye sees more green than any other color in the spectrum,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “Symbolically, Emerald brings a sense of clarity, renewal and rejuvenation, which is so important in today’s complex world.” Described by the color authority as “lively, radiant, lush,” the selected color, Pantone 17-5641, is projected to be prevalent in fashion, home decor and beauty products next year. “This jewel-like hue will create a luxurious feel in an entryway, powder room, dining room or study, and bring life to a living room as an accent wall.
In that spirit, we’d like to share some ideas how you can incorporate this sophisticated and luxurious color into your home this coming year.
Currey & Company 9266 – Draped orbs of green glass balls make the Goddess Chandelier something special. The wrought iron frame and wooden components are finished with Cupertino. The zing of the green glass makes it a standout in any setting.
Currey & Company’s matching Goddess Wall Sconce (5266). The hand finishing process used on these fixtures lends an air of depth and richness not achieved by less time-consuming methods.
Arteriors Home 17035-859 – Arteriors Home strives to offer unique accessories, furniture and lighting with timeless appeal and a nod to latest trends. Everything starts with the product and it must be unique. This Austin Apple Green Honeycomb Etched Glass Lamp is just that!
Paragon 7405 – These beautiful framed prints are by Paragon, a five-time winner of the coveted ARTS Award in Wall Decor Manufacturing. The ARTS Award is the only international program recognizing excellence in the retailing, manufacturing, and product design of decorative accessories.
Hickory Manor House KT003LG – Hand crafted from antique castings, Hickory Manor House mirrors have a timeless quality and capture the original look and feel of period pieces. Made in the USA (North Carolina) from a durable pecan shell resin material, this mirror has the appearance of natural wood and will grace your walls for many years to come. Shown in a luau green finish.
Uttermost 60109 – Preserved while freshly picked, natural evergreen foliage looks and feels like living boxwood.
Howard Elliott 26043 – The Sagittarius Mirror is a round contemporary piece featuring a sleek frame finished in a moss green lacquer.
Cyan Design 05198 – The lovely Large Oslo Glass Vase, finished in Emerald Green, stands tall at 30.75″ high.
Quoizel MC410T – Features a green mica shade with leaf design and a bronze patina base.
Uttermost 70002-8 – Hand knotted wool in an over dyed aged green with weathered brown details. Available in three sizes (6×9, 8×10, or 9×12) from Uttermost’s highly acclaimed rug collection which made its debut at the October High Point Market.
Let’s hope a little more green will soon be coming to us all!
