How to Rock Ultra Violet – the 2018 Pantone Color of the Year
Every year, we look forward to finding out next year’s Pantone Color of the Year
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Every year, we look forward to finding out next year’s Pantone Color of the Year. This year, we basked in all kinds of greenery, and 2016 found us floating back and forth between the equally dreamy rose quartz and serenity. This year, Pantone suggests a year filled with the rich and regal Ultra Violet.
According to Pantone, “Ultra Violet suggests the mysteries of the cosmos, the intrigue of what lies ahead, and the discoveries beyond where we are now. The vast and limitless night sky is symbolic of what is possible and continues to inspire the desire to pursue a world beyond our own.” Purple/violet is known to be a spiritual, and religious color, that calms and aids in balancing one’s life and overcoming obstacles. It is also the color of royalty, courage, and justice. In a time where we need courage, leadership, and the ability to overcome obstacles, this color proves to be right on point.
Pantone also points out that the color “symbolizes experimentation and non-conformity, spurring individuals to imagine their unique mark on the world, and push boundaries through creative outlets.” This beautiful shade of purple is also a reminder of great musicians. Selena, Prince, Jimi Hendrix, and David Bowie all used the color as part of their image.
Fortunately, this fierce color is not reserved for musical geniuses. Ultra Violet is a fun color you can wear right now. It is a jewel-toned pop of color that will jazz up any neutrals in your wardrobe, and a nice fall-and-winter-friendly choice when you want to try something outside of burgundy, navy, dark green, or other such seasonal colors. If you’re feeling bold, mix this color with other brights, like teal, cobalt blue, or yellow (purple and yellow are complimentary colors on the color wheel). For makeup, purple is a universally-flattering eye color; it also looks great as a bold matte lip, or a berry-hued manicure.
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Ready to take the plunge into Pantone’s Color of the Year? We compiled a list of some places where you can get in on the Ultra Violet craze early on.
Your nails, of course.
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Even a sweater to hit the gym, spruces up in this ultra violet shade.
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Now is clearly the time to embrace the purple in your makeup routine.
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Your jewels will help you stand out as the queen you are.
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There’s nothing boring about these workout clothes!
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Forget rose-colored! Time to look at the world with from a violet-hued POV.
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As seen here, ultra violet does play well with others.
