FALL 2016 PANTONE FASHION COLOURS. HOW TO WEAR?

BLUE SKIES REPRESENT CONSTANCY AS THEY ARE ALWAYS ABOVE US. GRAYS GIVE A FEELING OF STABILITY, RED TONES INVITE CONFIDENCE AND WARMTH, WHILE HOT PINKISH PURPLES AND SPICY MUSTARD YELLOWS SUGGEST A TOUCH OF THE EXOTIC.
Fall 2016 Pantone Colors

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FALL 2016: A Unity of Strength, Confidence, and Complexity

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According to Pantone Color Institute, this fall can be described with the following words – tranquility, strength, and optimism. Though the main palette for autumn is set in earth tones, there are several vibrant pop-ups that appear throughout the collections.

In this post, I’ve made two selections – one from the catwalks, so that you can see how these trendy colours look at fashion shows; the other one, using garments from the shop. I know that it’s not easy for many of you to find the exact colour on the right item. Moreover, some people can’t imagine what the Potter’s-Clay-coloured coat may even look like. Below you will find an illustrative pick to better understand the colour trend!

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ГОЛУБОЕ НЕБО ПРЕДСТАВЛЯЕТ СОБОЙ ПОСТОЯНСТВО, КОТОРОЕ ВСЕГДА НАД НАМИ. СЕРЫЙ ДАЕТ ОЩУЩЕНИЕ СТАБИЛЬНОСТИ, А КРАСНЫЕ ТОНА ПРИДАЮТ УВЕРЕННОСТИ И ОЩУЩЕНИЕ ТЕПЛА, В ТО ВРЕМЯ КАК ЛИЛОВО-РОЗОВЫЙ И ПРЯНЫЙ ГОРЧИЧНЫЙ ДОБАВЛЯЮТ ЭКЗОТИЧНОСТИ.

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В соответствии с прогнозами Pantone Color Institute, эту осень можно описать следующими словами – спокойствие, сила и оптимизм. Несмотря на то, что основная палитра осенних цветов как правило близка к землистым и натуральным тонам, есть в этом сезоне и необычные вспышки цвета.

В этом посте я подготовила две поборки: одна на основе образов с подиумов, чтобы видеть, как обыгрывали цвет дизайнеры и стилисты во время показов; а вторая подборка состоит из предметов гардероба из магазинов. Эту иллюстративную селекцию я сделала специально для тех, кто с трудом представляет, как, например, оттенок «Кожа акулы» или «Пыльный кедр» могут смотреться на пальто или обуви.

RIVERSIDE
PANTONE 17-4028

Earmarking the importance of Blue in the palette, the new blue shade of PANTONE 17­-4028 Riverside undeniably takes precedence in the fall collections.

  • Cool and calming, strong and stable
  • Displays a subtle vibrancy and sophistication
  • Borders on exciting, yet
  • Maintains a sense of constancy

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Lacoste, Michael Kors Collection, Celine

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Stella McCartney blazer; Ivo Nikkolo scarf; Valentino boots; H&M jeans; See by Chloe bag; Mosaic necklace; Any Hindmarch purse; Lindex hat; Miu Miu shirt; Cellbes dress.

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AIRY BLUE
PANTONE 14-4122

Pantone 14-4122 Airy Blue’s lofty nature evokes feelings of lightness and freedom.

  • Designers seeking weightlessness in a world heavy with conflict
  • Blue tones appear in nearly half of the designs
  • Airy Blue nods to Serenity
  • Pair Airy Blue with Lush Meadow, Taupe or Dusty Cedar for fresh approach

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Oscar de la Renta, Milly, Michael Kors Collection

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Ivo Nikkolo hat, socks, dress; Michael Kors coat; KARA bag; Dorateymur boots; Antonini ring; H&M shirt; Elliot jeans.

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SHARKSKIN
PANTONE 17-3914

There’s an edge to PANTONE 17-3914 Sharkskin, and yet it manages to remain neutral.

  • Pair-able with almost any fall color, bright or muted
  • A color that the rest of the palette can literally and theoretically rest on
  • Showcases practicality through a dependable but contemporary lens

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Valentino, Lacoste, David Koma

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Lindex jacket; Monton bag, belt; Tabitha Simmons boots; Henry London watches; Acne Studios pants; Ivo Nikkolo earrings; Rag&Bone scarf; Theory coat; Marks&Spencer top.

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AURORA RED
PANTONE 18-1550

In contrast to the stable backbone of the Fall 2016 palette, PANTONE 18-1550 Aurora Red adds a welcome punch.

  • A bold Red that is warm, sensual and immediately pleasing to the eye
  • Gets the metaphorical blood of the palette pumping
  • Exciting and dynamic, breeds unmistakable confidence

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Antonio Berrardi, Chalayan, Blumarine

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Pallas top; Cushnie et Ochs pants; Mosaic beret; MAJE coat; Christian Louboutin ankle boots; River Island earrings; Gianvito Rossi overknee boots; Marno dress

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WARM TAUPE
PANTONE 16-1318

PANTONE 16-1318 Warm Taupe is a hearty, pleasing and approachable neutral that pairs well with each of the top 10 shades of the Fall 2016 season.

  • Suggests reassurance and stability
  • Trusted, organic and grounded
  • Departs slightly from the foundations of the Fall 2016 palette

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Chanel, The Row, Valentino

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Antonini earrings; Mosaic bag; Monton skirt; Tamaris overknee boots; Ivo Nikkolo coat; Seppala scarf, Marks&Spencer hat; Rick Owens dress.

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DUSTY CEDAR
PANTONE 18-1630

Like Airy Blue, PANTONE 18-1630 Dusty Cedar gives a nod to the PANTONE Color of the Year 2016, Rose Quartz.

  • A fall and winter version of the Pinks we’re used to seeing in spring
  • Dustier rose-toned Pink shade with some complexity
  • Exudes warmth and welcome

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Oscar de la Renta, Burberry, Paul Smith

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Marks&Spencer blazer; H&M earrings; Mnsur Gavriel bag; Gabriela Hearst pants; Lindex scarf; Burberry London coat; Aamaya by Priyanka ring; Ivo Nikkolo socks; Miu Miu shoes

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LUSH MEADOW
PANTONE 18-5845

PANTONE 18-5845 Lush Meadow brings to mind fresh botanicals and foliage.

  • Rich and elegant, vibrant and sophisticated
  • This shade displays a brightness, panache and depth of color that elevates it from more natural greens
  • Elevates the overall elegance woven through this season’s collections

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Emporio Armani, Milly, Gucci

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H&M pleated skirt, dress; Gucci boots, shirt, beret; Lindex bag; Antonini earrings; Ivo Nikkolo skirt.

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SPICY MUSTARD
PANTONE 14-0952

Bounces elegantly off other colors in the palette, PANTONE 14-0952 Spicy Mustard is an exotic addition.

  • Adds another splash of uplifting vibrancy
  • A spicier, zestier Yellow than previous seasons
  • Unexpected and unusual
  • Comes through in both the abstract and geometric accents that designers employed

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Chloe, Gucci, Valentino

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Ivo Nikkolo shirt; H&M headband, scarf; See by Chloe skirt; Jimmy Choo shoes; Madewell jacket; Marks&Spencer bag; River Island dress; Mosaic belt; Les Gorgettes bracelet.

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POTTER’S CLAY
PANTONE 18-1340

PANTONE 18-1340 Potter’s Clay has an added degree of sophistication and layering.

  • Elements of russet Orange in its undertones, gives a grounded feeling that’s anything but flat
  • Neutral earth tone; expected for fall and winter palette
  • A shade with real substance; a strong foundation

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Paul Smith, Diane von Furstenberg, Derek Lam

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Lindex sweater, skirt; Stella McCartney shoes; Marsk&Spencer bag; Henry London watches; Mosaic hat; Les Gorgettes bracelet; Max Mara coat; H&M keychain; See by Cloe sandals.

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BODACIOUS
PANTONE 17-3240

PANTONE 17-3240 Bodacious speaks to the gender fluidity we continue to see.

  • Lends itself to vibrant color combinations
  • Unexpected in fall
  • Versatile; can be used with Pinks and Reds
  • Bright, rich Purple, with hints of a more sophisticated Pink
  • Turns fashion accents into fashion statements

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Gucci, Oscar de la Renta, Lacoste

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Halston Heritage dress; Gucci flowers brooche, sweater; shoes; Bottega Veneta clutch; Etro cape; Antonini ring; H&M bomber; ILLESTEVA eyewear.

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Info source: Pantone, Vogue

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