Pantone Color of the Year 2019: Living Coral

“An animating and life-affirming coral hue with a golden undertone that energizes and enlivens with a softer edge” is how PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral is described.

Here’s a snapshot of what the shade looks like right now and where to find it:

Shown above:

1. Lafont BARONNE polarized sunglasses designed and made in France ($545) viziooptic.com

2. Panache Sport wire-free sports bra ($68) barenecessities.com

3. Verloop “Sakura” wool scarf ($72) verloopknits.com

4. DMC “Aloha” embroidery kit, which includes pattern, thread, needle and transfer pen ($12.20) dmc.com

5. And, if you can’t find something you love in Living Coral, knit-your-own with Wool and the Gang’s “Crazy Sexy Wool” (from $24) woolandthegang.com

Named as the 2019 Color of the Year, PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral is vibrant, yet mellow and embraces us with warmth and nourishment to provide comfort and buoyancy in our continually shifting environment.

As explained by Pantone, Living Coral was chosen as a reaction to the onslaught of digital technology and social media increasingly embedding into daily life which can evoke to many a lack of feeling or experiencing a true human intimacy.

“Sociable and spirited, the engaging nature of PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral welcomes and encourages lighthearted activity. Symbolizing our innate need for optimism and joyful pursuits, PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral embodies our desire for playful expression.”