Pantone’s unveiling of this year’s colour of the year, has inspired us all to incorporate a hint of magenta into our own interiors.
But first, a little background. Pantone announce the colour of the forthcoming year in December. The colour chosen is a trend prediction of a shade or tone that will be favoured by designers. The Pantone Colour Institute studies colour trends throughout the year, considering fashion, marketing, social media, and even politics before choosing the next colour of the year. The chosen hue is then celebrated by designers, trend setters and consumers alike!
Madder Cutch & Co are very on board with this year’s selection of magenta as it draws us back to nature in a world brimming with technology. Magenta is derived from the red family based on the natural dye cochineal used in many of Madder Cutch & Co’s dyes and pigments.
Whilst magenta can seem a bold choice for interior design, the effect can be as striking or as subtle as you choose to make it. Use subtle touches to create playful accents a la Van Gogh. The saturation he achieves in his piece, The Bedroom, with just a single spot of bright red brings the whole composition to life.
Similarly, in your space, placement of the odd key piece can lift the whole room. Why not try a statement cushion or fabric storage basket? If you’re ready to take the full magenta plunge, make use of our sumptuous fabric to design a bespoke blind or curtain?
If you need some inspiration, have a look at how we’ve incorporated magenta hues into our interiors…
Magenta accents
The cochineal hue contrasts perfectly with the natural wood of the chair
Make it stand out
A pop of colour can be all it takes to throw a nod to the magenta trend whilst also lifting the mood of your interior
Natural combinations
The combination of natural wood with magenta tones entwines the cochineal-based colour even deeper with nature.