Design Debate

The power-house of colour that is Pantone have released their colour of next year. It's a glowing, cosy shade of peach that feels almost out of reach - like a sunset that changes before your eyes. The intention though, rather than something elusive, was it seems to capture a feeling of the yearning we have for closeness and connection. With a world so in turmoil, next years colour feels like a much needed a warm embrace. Leatrice Eisman of Pantone describes Peach Fuzz as a colour that 'effortlessly bridges the youthful with the timeless', I can see that. It's the pulsing nature of the colour that hints at neon and encourages a pure but and youthful vibe. The hero images are tactile, otherworldly and fantastical. I do also love Vogue's response, especially the runway shot of a sheer striped dress from Missoni SS24. So I set about exploring what Peach Fuzz, Pantone 13-1023 would feel like, delve into the womb-like embrace with me with my moodboards below... 1   2   3...