Yummy Color Of The Year

In case you didn't know (that's ok, you can tell me, I won't judge you) Pantone has named the color of the year 2015 and let me tell you, it will make you hungry. 

"Marsala"! Yes, ladies and gentleman, you probably already ate the color of the year accompanied with chicken at an Italian restaurant. Well, now it has to go on your walls, in your wardrobe, your furniture (just the color...not the actual dish, please. What is wrong with you?!). 

And now you're asking yourself: "What does that mean for me? My house? MY INTERIOR??? Does that mean I need to eat Chicken Marsala for the rest of the year?!!!" - very VERY valid questions.

So I did some research because, you know, I really hate leaving you with so many interrogations in your life. That's just not cool. The Pantone website gives some answers when it comes to Marsala for your interior and your home decor (thank you Pantone, you don't just throw an Italian dish color at us, you teach us how to use it. We appreciate your support).

Complex and full-bodied without overpowering, Marsala provides a unifying element for interior spaces. Add elegance to any room by incorporating this rich and welcoming hue in accent pieces, accessories and paint. Marsala’s plush characteristics are enhanced when the color is applied to textured surfaces, making it an ideal choice for rugs and upholstered living room furniture.

Nurturing and fulfilling, Marsala is a natural fit for the kitchen and dining room – making it ideal for tabletop, small appliances and linens throughout the home. The hue will be especially prominent in striping and floral patterns found in printed placemats, dinnerware, bedding and throws.

Feel better now, right? OK, so for some reasons, I want a glass of wine now. A "complex and full-bodied" wine. Wait?...Do I want it in a glass or on my wall?...Actually, you know why using a "red wine" color is a pretty good idea? When you are clumsy - well, I don't like this word, sounds too negative. Let's say, when you are very enthusiastic, energetic and a little more accident-prone than the average human being, you probably already spilled some wine on a sofa, a rug, or a cushion (on all three?!! Damn, you ARE clumsy..). 

When you spill your glass of Merlot on a Marsala cushion, well I'm pretty sure you don't even have to tell your hosts that you've just ruined their favorite West Elm pillow: they won't even be able to tell. You know what we say? "Wine on wine, no reason to whine". OK, no one ever says that but I am willing to bet you that this will become a thing thanks to this year's color.

OK people, time to go Marsala. And don't forget to buy your "Wine on Wine, no reason to Whine" t-shirt before leaving this blog.

Need some inspiration? Check out Dot & Bo.

M.