According to the Pantone Fashion Color Report for Spring 2012, the hottest colors this season are a mix of vibrant brights, soft naturals, and lovely pastels. Take a look at the different ways you can add the top 10 color trends to your outdoor space.
1. Spring Color Trend – Tangerine Tango
Used as an accent or the main color scheme, this enticing orange hue is sure to stimulate your senses and brighten your mood. For a bold color statement, pair with complementary shades of blue. Earth tones such as brown, green, and white help tone the vibrancy for a more natural or modern look.
2. Spring Color Trend – Solar Power
Reminiscent of the hot summer sun, this brilliant yellow hue adds warmth and instant energy to any outdoor space. Add touches of sunshine to an otherwise all-white patio through the use of patio cushions, fabrics, plants, and even lights.
Bottom: Photos courtesy of Cost Plus World Market
3. Spring Color Trend – Bellflower
This pastel purple is inspired by the blooms of the Bellflower plant. While a great color for any room of your home, it presents a unique and fresh look outdoors. Notice how the lavender lighting adds a bit of whimsy to the poolscape at night.
4. Spring Color Trend – Cabaret
Emulating the juicy reddish-pink flesh of a Ruby Red grapefruit, Cabaret is an intense rosy-red that is both feminine and dramatic.
Just a few attention-grabbing accents are all you need to incorporate this stunning bright shade into your backyard room.
Bottom left: Photo courtesy of Fine Landscapes, Ltd., photography by Yodeling Goat Media; Bottom right: Photo courtesy of Coastal Wood Products
5. Spring Color Trend – Sodalite Blue
Sodalite blue takes its name from the gorgeous royal blue tincture of the mineral sodalite. A mix between Navy and Colbalt, it’s bold, but not too bright. It adds sophistication and a nautical flair on its own, but also acts as a calming, neutral base when paired with any of the season’s brighter colors.
Bottom left: Photo courtesy of Gardener’s Supply; Bottom right: Photo courtesy of Gasper Landscape Design & Construction and Rob Cardillo
6. Spring Color Trend – Sweet Lilac
Nothing induces the freshness of spring more than the sweet scent of Lilacs. Their delicate pinkish-purple blooms add a romantic elegance to your backyard landscape.
Top left: Photo courtesy of Sheri’s Crystal Designs; Top right: Photo courtesy of Art Designs by Julie;
Bottom: Photo courtesy of Hess Landscape Architects, photography by Andre Baranowski Photography
7. Spring Color Trend – Margarita
Resembling the soft, pale green of its namesake cocktail, Margarita has a refreshing and exciting glow that will liven up any outdoor space.
It’s a great complement to the bright tones of Cabaret, Tangerine Tango, and Sweet Lilac; yet it balances nicely with browns and creams.
Bottom left: Photo courtesy of hayneedle.com; Bottom right: Photo courtesy of Whitecraft, Inc., photography by CKM Photographics Inc, designed by William Herren
8. Spring Color Trend – Cockatoo
Cockatoo is another color that will give an instant boost to your spirits. In between turquoise and sea green, this vibrant hue plays well against mostly neutral settings. Mix in some yellow-green Margarita for a subtle accent or go bold with pops of raspberry-pink Cabaret.
Bottom left: Photo courtesy of Palm Springs Rattan & Garden Classics; Bottom right: Photo courtesy of ©Jensen Leisure Furniture
9. Spring Color Trend – Driftwood
Driftwood is a combination of beige and grey with a weathered feel. Its muted tone provides a neutral base for the season’s brights, adding practicality and sleekness to the vibrant palette.
10. Spring Color Trend – Starfish
The perfect neutral for summer, Starfish is a rich Khaki with warm golden tones that is sure to inspire thoughts of soft sandy beaches. This adaptable color complements all of the top color trends.
Bottom left: Photo courtesy of Whitecraft, Inc., photography by CKM Photographics Inc., designed by William Herren; Bottom right: Photo courtesy of hayneedle.com
