Those folks at Pantone have declared their new color of the year to be Tangerine Tango. The last post I did about this was back in 2010, when turquoise was given the spotlight by Pantone and became the “it” color. And boy, did we go for turquoise in a big way.
From Pantone: Tangerine Tango, a spirited reddish orange, continues to provide the energy boost we need to recharge and move forward.
OK, then….I’m all for that. Anything that can help recharge and move forward, I’m all for.
So, who of you can get behind Tangerine? OK, I’ll say it. I’m not a big fan of orange or tangerine. That has never been a fave color for me to decorate with, so I think I’ll pass. I do think it’s an interesting color and certainly, in small doses it is not so bad. I rounded up a few pics to show off tangerine and to see what you all think about it!
Here’s Tangerine Tango in full glory, all vivid and bright. It’s really a happy color and even though orangey tones are not my fave, I can definitely see using this as a pop of color.
Now, I will admit that this pic of a muted corally orange mixed with the soft aqua blue is very pretty. I sourced this pic on Pinterest and I think it came from Better Homes and Gardens, but not all pics over there are pinned properly. I have not done a post yet on Pinterest, but I will soon!
Tangerine on fingernails, now that’s a big yes for me. In a minute! Essie’s Tangerine
Now this pic really is yummy and shows just how well that pretty aqua and orange play together. Isn’t this a beautiful way to show how colors work together? I found this site on Pinterest and it has some great visuals.
In the kitchen, an orange mixer could be just the pop of color you need on the countertop.
This room from Coco and Kelley shows a bold move of orange and blue mixed together. Those 2 are made for each other.
Fiestaware has a new color out called Tangerine too. Those could also make a big statement in the kitchen.
(ebay)
A sweater in this coral orange color could be a fun pick-me-up for Winter months.
Lauren from Pure Style Home chose a pretty orange/tangerine hue for her front door and it’s positively beautiful.
This chair is stately, masculine and so pretty with the turned feet and nailhead trim and yes even in orange.
My friend, Roeshel, at DIY Showoff, did a guestroom makeover on a budget using these orangey wingback chairs and I do love how her room turned out. See how well they pair with the blue in the room? It’s a very soothing room.
(Target)
Now this chair, I could go for! Beautiful bird print in bold tangerine would really wake up a room.
Bedding in orange is also a bold move. Mixed with gray or blue, orange is a really good choice. But, if just depends on if you like the color or not.
So, do you or don’t you??
Me, not so much. I can pick a lot of colors I like a LOT more than Tangerine Tango. It’s not likely that this hue will be in my top picks for decorating a room around.
How about you?
Could you do a pop of this color or not? Can you see adding Tangerine to your decor at all this year?
For more paint color inspiration, I have been meaning to tell you about Kristen, from Favorite Paint colors. Her blog is all about the best paint colors from around the blogosphere, so if you want to find a great shade, take a look at her categories, all divided by color. You’ll enjoy browsing!
Lindy says
No tangerine for me! I don’t like any shade of orange…. even in the autumn, even at Halloween. Almost all of my Halloween decorations are white, black, or blue.
michelle starling says
I’m not crazy about orange either but I do like the muted colors. I agree, the color would have to be very limited.
Donna says
I jumped on the tangerine late last year! I had no idea it would be the color trend for 2012. My house is full of brown and I have upped the color with pops of orange (throw pillows, vases) and whites (picture frames and vases). I am very pleased with the pop of color from the orange. I was never an “orange” girl but it works really well in small doses. Thanks for sharing!
Sylvia says
I had to laugh at this one. When my daughter was 5 years old we went on a family vacation to San Antonio, Tx. We didn’t have reservations and were driving around looking for a promising place to stay. We passed several motels and were discussing whether they might be suitable when she offered her opinion. “If it has ORANGE doors…don’t stop”. Turned out she was right. Glad to see orange has moved up in the color world.
As for orange in my decor…maybe just a little…in my white kitchen. I love it in other folks homes, but I lean toward earth tones with a little red.
Joanne B. says
How exhausting to march to the beat of whomever decides what will be the latest “it” color, whether it be in home decor or fashion. At least in fashion you can get a scarf in the new color and call it a day, so next year when you are cleaning out your closet and you say,”What was I thinking?!”, it won’t be a big investment! But “tangerine tango?” in my house? Not on your life. Please- call it whatever you want, but a rose by any other name is still… orange. Yuck.
Debbie says
Wow I am so excited, I’ve been watching over the pass few years, alittle tangerine with pink or rasberry or lime. I love the orange painted in the back of the cabinet but to think about an entire sofa or chair and the walls. I’m loving this. I am not afraid of color so let’s get painting. In my first home in the 70’s my telephone was orange and my bedspread with orange poppies was a happy room. I’m thinking an orange leather chair with gold nail studs.
Des says
I am not a fan of any shade of orange so I won’t be adding it to my home decor anytime soon. I MIGHT wear it as nail polish though if it were the right shade but that is about it. I guess my home won’t be very trendy this year?!?!? LOL
brenda says
Keep your turquoise, add the tangerine, throw in a splash of lime and there you have it – happiest colours ever! I use all these in my home but I do live in the tropics so like things lively and happy.
jessica@fourgenerationsoneroof says
I love coral! The sweater and chair are my favorites!
Brenda Kula-Pruitt says
It’s so bright! I might could go for very small doses. Or the lighter coral. But, it’s just so bright I think I’d go blind looking at it.
Brenda
Amy says
I love the color but doubt if I will incorporate it into my decorating. It doesn’t really go with anything I currently have and I’m certainly not going to redecorate around it. I do love that photo with the orange front door though 🙂
I will wear it happily in makeup and fashion 🙂
Hope you’re having a great day Rhoda!
Nell Foster says
Tangerine Tango is a strong orange indeed – Carmen Miranda would love it! The color of the PureStyleHome’s door is so appealing & welcoming – very soft. I use orange in my own garden as an accent because it stands up to strong sun of California. Quite a few of my foliage plants are burgandy or bronze in color & shades of orange are a nice compliment. Great pictures of ways to use the latest “it” color.