By Chidinma Promise
The year’s predicted colour trends are meant to reflect optimism, growth, renewal and a sense of positivity (as we head into the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Colour authorities and trend forecasters like Pantone, WSGN and Etsy have started releasing their colour predictions for next year, many of which are bright hues that give a jolt of energy during the bleakness of the pandemic.
Here is a break down of all the biggest colour trends of 2022.
Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2022: Very Peril
The blue-purple hue is described as “blending the faithfulness and constancy of blue with the energy and excitement of red.”
WGSN Colour of the Year 2022: Orchid Flower
The saturated magenta colour is supposed to reflect a sense of positivity and escapism through its bright nature.
Etsy Colour of the Year 2022: Emerald Green
Emerald Green is said to reflect harmony, growth, royalty and refinement.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Spun Sugar
The pastel blue colour is meant to evoke a fresh breath of air.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Gossamer Pink
The powdery pink shade is meant to be more sophisticated than childlike and have a light and tender touch.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Innuendo
A bright pink, Innuendo offers a “wonderful jolt of energy,” according to Pantone.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Skydiver
Another blue shade as part of Pantone’s 2022 colour predictions, Skydiver is meant to be brighter and more alluring than other tranquil blue shades.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Daffodil
The bright yellow colour reflects the “spontaneity of a spring garden.”
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Glacier Lake
A powdery blue hue, Glacier Lake is calm and cooling and references the arctic.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Harbour Blue
The blue-green colour is meant to reflect “longing for a safe space.”
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Coca Mocha
A rich brown hue, Coca Mocha reflects the warmth of a cup of coffee or hot cocoa.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Dahlia
Dahlia is a bright purple colour that’s meant to be daring and dynamic.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Poinciana
Billed as a “heated” red, Poinciana is meant to make a bold statement.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Snow White
Snow White is described as “clean and pure white,” which reflects a desire for simplicity and inner peace.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Perfectly Pale
A sandy beige hue, Perfectly Pale reflects soothing comfort and the warmth of an inviting beach.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Basil
Like the herb, Basil is supposed to represent wellness and health.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Northern Droplet
The graycolour is meant to instil a feeling of tranquillity.
Pantone Spring 2022 Colour: Poppy Seed
A deep grey, Poppy Seed is a timeless colour that evokes familiarity.
Culled from
WWD