Pantone Color of the Year 2012: PANTONE 17-1463 Tangerine Tang

2012 Pantone Color of the Year: PANTONE 17-1463 Tango Orange

Dance into the New Year with this lively and attractive red and orange

PANTONE 18-2120 Honeysuckle, Color of the Year 2011, encourages us to face our daily troubles with energy and vigor. Tangerine Tango is a vibrant red-orange color that continues to provide us with the energy we need to recharge and move forward.

"Tangerine Tango is both sophisticated and striking, a deep orange," says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. "Tangerine tango evokes the radiant hues of a sunset, combining the liveliness and adrenaline rush of red with the friendliness and warmth of yellow to create a highly visible, magnetic hue that radiates heat and energy."

In the past few years, orange has become increasingly popular and accepted among designers and consumers alike. Tangerine Tango is a compelling and attention-grabbing product that is especially attractive in men's and women's fashion. Fashion designers featured in PANTONE's Spring 2012 Fashion Color Report, including Tommy Hilfiger, Nanette Lepore, Shaun Kearney's Cynthia Steffe, Elie Tahari, and Adrienne Vittadini, have all incorporated this glamorous orange color into their spring collections. Tangerine Tango is a fun, lively, traditional fall shade that is sure to continue into fall fashion as well.

Tangerine Tango is a winner in the cosmetics world because of its versatility. It is a bit exotic, but very friendly and non-threatening. Add a sensual touch to the lips, cheeks and nails with Tangerine Tango. Tangerine Tango is an unexpected eyeshadow color, a complementary opposite color that can set off blue or green eyes. When paired with brown eyes, it takes on an amber hue.

Breathe life into your interior space with Tangerine Tango pattern home accessories. Pillows, bedspreads and tabletop accessories in this punchy shade can spice up any room. Or combine Tangerine Tango appliances with personal electronics for an unexpected pop of color. Looking for an inexpensive way to freshen up your home? Vibrate your kitchen, entryway or hallway with Tangerine Tango paint walls.