Pantone 2009 Color of the Year: PANTONE 14-0848 Mimosa Yellow

Pantone 2009 Color of the Year: PANTONE 14-0848 Mimosa Yellow

Mimosa embodies hope and assurance in the context of climate change.

PANTONE 14-0848 Mimosa, a warm, attractive yellow, became the Color of the Year for 2009. In times of economic uncertainty and political change, where optimism is essential, no other color expresses hope and assurance more than yellow.

"Yellow represents the warmth and nourishing qualities of the sun that humans naturally find comfort in," explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director ® Pantone Color Institute. "Mimosa also represents enlightenment because it is a colour that inspires imagination and innovation."

This is best illustrated by the lush flowers of the mimosa tree and the brilliance of colourful cocktails, with the 2009 Color of the Year representing the hopeful and radiant features associated with yellow. A versatile shade that can be paired with any other color, mimosa is appealing to both men and women, and is suitable for fashion and interior decoration. Look for women's accessories, home furnishings, sportswear, and men's ties and shirts in this vibrant shade.

Mimosa is also one of 3,000 colors in Pantone's range of premium eco-friendly paints. PANTONE paints combine the accuracy of PANTONE colors with the beauty of high-performance Dutch paints. Perfect for kitchens or family rooms, painting walls with mimosa will add warmth and pleasure to any room, especially during the winter months. Mimosa also creates the illusion of being connected to the outside world, making small rooms feel open and inviting.