Color of the Year 2016 - Rose Quartz and Serenity

More than merely sharing the spotlight, this duo embraces fluidity and harmony with soothing warmth and cooling relaxation. To that end, fashion may reflect gender fluidity and self-expression, while interiors are transformed by the pair's calming effects. Equal parts intellect and intuition, 2016's colors of the year promise an advance toward equality, collaboration and peace.

Why We Love Rose Quartz and Serenity Designs

The key theme for the 2016 color palette is balance--an indispensable component of good design. Achieving equilibrium between tranquility and energy can enliven a space, create a feeling of well-being and even affect your mood. Bring a sense of sophisticated relaxation to interiors with Serenity's cool blue hue. And cozy Rose Quartz offers a welcoming warmth whether used as a base for a greater color scheme or as a cheerful accent.

Other Considerations

Complement the soothing, quiet colors of the year with lush mid-tones and brilliant highlights: Mix and match sunny shades of seating with the Luxembourg family by Fermob, or choose home accessories with modern relevance that fit with any existing design scheme, like the Rotary Tray by Vitra in Pale Rose. Cool metallic accents pop against blues, as in the Echo Wall Sconce by Tech Lighting in Aquamarine, while golden and coppery elements add a dazzling warmth to rosy pinks like the Cylinder Pendant by Hennepin Made in Tea with Champagne finish.