I should probably leave our discussion of yellow as a color for 2009 until the end, because it influences many of the colors we will talk about, including the neutrals, but it fits in here as well. 

Yellow is am important color this fall and into the spring.  We have three distinct yellows to lead us. 

First is an Old Flemish gold – or old world gold – and this color is strong in fabrics as well as metallic and matte finishes in drapery rods.  This is a best seller for many industries and there is no movement to change this color.

We will also see a bright yellow-orange color – think of an egg yolk and you will have the picture.  This is a bridge between yellow and orange and keeps the yellow from being too strong and irritating.    Using a bright, strong yellow as the main color in a baby’s room is not advisable since the yellow does not soothe the baby. If you want to use a strong yellow, use it as a smaller accent or be sure it has a little orange in it to soften the yellow.

Lastly, there is a new soft, optimistic yellow on the horizon and will also be used as a neutral.  We will see yellow being added to many colors to keep the colors warm and inviting, even if the yellow is not obvious to our eye.

Related posts:

1. Color Vision 2009 – Reds to Oranges
2. Color Vision 2009 – Greens and Blues
3. Color Vision 2009 – Neutrals, Browns and Grays
4. Color Vision 2009 – Purples
5. Wallflower or Wow-factor – color secrets