Tribute to Turquoise - 2010 Pantone Color of the Year

Three cheers for turquoise! Pantone 15-5519 {aka turquoise} was recently declared the 2010 color of the year - here's the press release.

{turquoise jewelry via Veranda}

“In many cultures, Turquoise occupies a very special position in the world of color,” explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “It is believed to be a protective talisman, a color of deep compassion and healing, and a color of faith and truth, inspired by water and sky. Through years of color word-association studies, we also find that Turquoise represents an escape to many – taking them to a tropical paradise that is pleasant and inviting, even if only a fantasy.”

To celebrate the news, here are a few images showcasing my favorite color, turquoise. And a big thank you to fellow blogger and turquoise lover, Erin from House of Turquoise for her endless inspiration.

{Suzanne Kasler}

{Katie Ridder}

{Catalonia Small Chandelier - Shine}

{Kelly Wearstler}

{Veranda and Nathan Turner}

{Horchow}

{Paulette Lamp in Aqua Cased Glass - Doxa Home}

{Veranda and Elizabeth Dinkel}

{Blue Links Needlepoint Pillow - Pieces}

{Atmosphere Home Essentials}

{Turqouise Foo Dogs - Pieces}

{via House of Turquoise}