Pantone Color of the year for 2014 – Radiant Orchid

The new Pantone Color for 2014 is Radiant Orchid.  As usual, some love it, and some hate it, but it’s the trending color and from fashion to furnishings everyone is a buzz. Pantone described Radiant Orchid in their announcement as “a captivating harmony of fuchsia, purple, and pink undertones.”

What is the importance of the Pantone color and why do people put so much stock in it? The best way to answer the question is that color is a reflection of culture and trends, which are inspired by films, art, travel, destinations and more.

Color isn’t just for fashion; it’s really about an attitude and how you are feeling.  The way that you put it together can tell many different stories.  At AFR, we naturally think of furnishings and explore different ways to utilize and incorporate the color within décor and event design.  Color can enter an event from any place.  Think lighting, floral and yes, even furniture.  Our Imperial Line is a perfect example of blending style, colors and texture all together to create a look that is bold and intriguing. “While the 2013 color of the year, PANTONE 17-5641 Emerald, served as a symbol of growth, renewal and prosperity, Radiant Orchid reaches across the color wheel to intrigue the eye and spark the imagination,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “An invitation to innovation, Radiant Orchid encourages expanded creativity and originality, which is increasingly valued in today’s society.”

So, 2014 is all about Radiant Orchid.  Embrace it, and find adventure in it.  We are intrigued and already having fun with mixing hues, textures, metallics and leathers together to create styles that shout everything from modern contemporary to formal luxury.

Please contact your AFR representative at 888.AFR.RENT for availability, pricing or more ideas as to how you can incorporate the hottest color of the year into your next event.  You can also visit our website at www.afrevents.com to view all of our collections or download our current catalogue.

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