The color gurus at Pantone have decided that Tangerine Tango, a vibrant reddish orange is the color of the year. Do you agree?

Many of my clients are ahead of the curve on this one. We’ve been using orange, rust and terra cotta for quite a while. It’s a warm color family that works for a lot of people and, surprisingly, with a lot of other colors. It’s especially nice paired with a warm taupe or khaki.

Another newer color I am drawn to lately is a yellowy green…somewhere between chartreuse and lemongrass. It’s fabulous with pale beige, grey and black, and looks incredible next to an intense teal. With any of these trendy colors, go for small doses, and stick with easily changeable paint or accessories. A little goes a long way.

What are the colors you are craving right now and how do you want to use them?