“It’s the color that anticipates what’s going to happen next,” said Laurie Pressman, the Vice President of the Pantone Color Institute.

All About Blue

Blue Is the color of water and sky. Blue is a color that most people respond to positively. It is universally flattering, has appeal for both men and women and translates easily to fashion and interiors. With both warm and cool undertones, classic blue pairs nicely with other colors in the spectrum. Classic Blue adds a traditional twist to whites and grays and complements more vivid colors like orange and vibrant greens.

Classic blue with orange

Blue in Fashion

In fashion, Classic Blue can make a statement that can look elegant and dressy in cashmere or silk or casual in athletic apparel. Classic Blue is a great base color for adding that red scarf to the

with those gray flannel pants. One very famous designer Ralph Lauren has always added Classic Blue in all of his lines from bedding, to porcelain, to the clothing he puts a touch of blue in every room scheme.

Classic blue striped shirt

Ralph Lauren Porcelain Blue Tamarind Birds Toile Bedding

Blue in Your Home

In the world of home design, we are seeing classic blue on kitchen cabinetry, case good furniture, library bookcases. It is a grounding color and looks superb when matched with almost any color. Fabric houses are bringing it to life with upholstery fabrics in rich velvets, linens, and cotton. Rug companies are using Classic Blue in more modern area rugs. Lamp companies are making both ceramic and glass lamps out of Classic blue.

Blue and white porcelain

Classic Blue Used Throughout my Living Room

Blue in Your Life

You too can bring this beautiful color into your life with a scarf or blue watch strap, a vase or candle for your home or workplace.