Mimosa: Pantone's 2009 Color of the Year

Mimosa Embodies Hopefulness and Reassurance in a Climate of Change
Pantone, the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards for the design industries, announced PANTONE® 14-0848 Mimosa, a warm, engaging yellow, as the color of the year for 2009, replacing last year’s more muted Blue Iris. In a time of economic uncertainty and political change, optimism is paramount and no other color expresses hope and reassurance more than yellow.

"The color yellow exemplifies the warmth and nurturing quality of the sun, properties we as humans are naturally drawn to for reassurance," explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. "Mimosa also speaks to enlightenment, as it is a hue that sparks imagination and innovation."

Mimosa is a versatile shade that coordinates with any other color, has appeal for men and women, and translates to both fashion and interiors. Look for women's accessories, home furnishings, active sportswear and men's ties and shirts in this vibrant hue.

Perfect for the kitchen or family room, painting a wall or adding a large picture in Mimosa will add warmth and cheerfulness to any room, especially during the winter months. Mimosa also creates the illusion of being connected to the outside, making small rooms feel open and inviting.

Here is some inspiration on how to weave sunshine into your world...