PANTONE'S COLOR DIBS FOR 2010

We move from Mimosa in 2009 to Turquoise 15-5519 as Pantone puts dibs on the color for interiors and fashion trends in 2010. The color is believed to be a "protective talisman" and "a color of deep compassion and healing." Executive director, Leatrice Eiseman also states that Turquoise "represents an escape to many." The color has wide appeal and according to the experts "adds a splash of excitement to neutrals and browns, complements reds and pinks, creates a classic maritime look with deep blues, livens up all other greens, and is especially trend-setting with yellow-greens." We'll see! All of the Turquoise-y items shown here are available on 1stdibs.

DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT | KELLY WEARSTLER

There is no designer working today who is more perfect to produce a book called "HUE" than Kelly Wearstler. She's daring, she's inspired by everything, and she creates interiors with such edge and Hollywood elegance. When Kelly studied in Boston quite a few years back, I would see her riding her bike around the Back Bay. A basic surfer-style bike in lime green, of course! This limited hand signed, and fabric wrapped edition of HUE is available from publisher AMMO Books for $85.00.

Clips with Kelly by Lee Jofa

OPTIMISM FOR 2009!

Happy New Year and a warm & happy Mimosa is Pantone's pick as Color of the Year in 2009 • Pantone #14-0848. "The color yellow exemplifies the warmth and nurturing quality of the sun, properties we as humans are naturally drawn to for reassurance," explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. "Mimosa also speaks to enlightenment, as it is a hue that sparks imagination and innovation." In this time of uncertainty, our hope & optimism is foremost in welcoming this new year. And, Pantone's thoughtful selection helps to lighten the way. Cheers!