2010 Color of the year -Turquoise!

Pantone recently announced Turquoise as the 2010 Color of the Year and to commemorate this ‘colorful’ occasion, we wanted to share some quick tips on how to brighten your home with this brilliant color.

The color turquoise evokes thoughts of the Caribbeans – white sandy beaches and calm, tropical waters. So it’s no surprise that during our economic recession, the color would be deemed as the hue of the year. It definitely brings an uplifiting and playful personality to any room.

How to Use Turquoise in Your Home

• In the Main Room – Turquoise as a main color in a room can be “too heavy.” Try using it as an accent color on a wall, on lampshades, vases, candles, or with curtains and throw pillows.

• Bathroom – Use the color to give your washroom a little “splash” with turquoise soaps, frames, pictures, towelettes, etc.

• Utilize the color on a larger scale to create a vintage or a cool, modern look. Tall china cabinets can be painted turquoise, as can fourposter beds to create a focal point in a room.

Color Pairings

• Neutrals & Browns – With both warm and cool undertones, turquoise adds a splash of excitement to neutrals and browns; also works well with shades of gray

• Deep Blues – When paired with deep blues, turquoise creates a classic maritime look

• Greens – Liven up any room by pairing turquoise with greens

• Yellow & Chartreuse – Turquoise becomes trendy when paired with these bright, distinct colors

Softline has an array of unique turquoise patterns that may liven up your current living space. Here’s just a few of many samples:

Natura
Natura is a contemporary cross dyed modern flock.
Made of 70% polyester 30% cotton
Available in ready made curtains, decorative pillows and by bolt

Pasha
Pasha is a modern embroidered slub taffeta.
Made of 50% polyester   50% nylon
Available in ready made curtains, decorative pillows and by bolt

Introducing a new Softline color to the turquoise family:

Netherwood

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