Colours of the Year

Since 2000 to 2012

According to Pantone, Cerulean Blue is the colour of "the sky on a serene, crystal clear day".

The colour was chosen as consumers were seen as seeking inner peace and spiritual fulfilment in the new millenium

This colour was drastically different from the sky blue Cerulean that was chosen the year before.

It was more exciting, refreshing and feminine

True Red was a different variation of the previous year's reddish colour.

True Red was chosen to symbolise the impact of the September 11 attacks

2003 saw the return of a blue hue.

Pantone chose the Aqua Sky colour as a cool colour was meant to restore hope and serenity.

Orange became the 'hip' colour, according to Pantone.

The colour orange was given a touch of exoticism

2005 saw a reversal to a blue colour again.

But this time in a more calming shade

Instead of red, blue or orange hues, Pantone chose a neutral colour.

The neutral shade symbolised concern over the economy.

After a neutral shade, it's back to a red hue again.

Chilli Pepper was chosen for its "pizzazz and sophistication".

Back to blue but this time with a tinge of purple.

The mix of purple and blue suggests dependability and magic.

Mimosa yellow remains prevalent in today's clothes and accessories

The colour was chosen because it is warm, cheerful, and sparks imagination and innovation.

It was a return to turquoise in 2005

The colour was chosen because it is an inviting, luminous hue inspiring soothing thoughts and tropical water.

The pink hue is extremely feminine but not too over the top.

Honeysuckle was chosen because it is uplifting and optimistic.

Orange has grown in popularity among designers and consumers.

The reddish orange Tangerine Tango was chosen to provide the energy boost needed to recharge and move forward.

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