Pantone has released the 2018 Color of the Year, Ultra Violet. The shade is said to promote ingenuity and create an atmosphere of looking towards the future. According to Pantone’s website, the vibrant color is said to have “a mystic or spiritual quality” associated with mindfulness practices and seeking refuge from overstimulation in today’s world. We all come in contact with shocking news stories and real-life issues every single day, so here are some suggestions to make this calming color work for you!
Recently, I unknowingly painted my living room a deep, but vibrant shade of purple (almost ultra violet), and it has reduced the stress level in that room. Who knew?
Also, many meditation spaces incorporate this calming tone to help during relaxation.
Sometimes even Mother Nature senses that you need a calming environment and sends you beautiful vistas like this!
Even the legendary musician, Prince was known for his association with the color. In his iconic single, “Purple Rain,” he wrote:
“Honey, I know, I know
I know times are changing
It’s time we all reach out
For something new, that means you too” – Prince
Featuring Ultra Violet in clothing and accessories is on-trend as well. But don’t think of this gorgeous purple as only a color for your closet!
At Eclectic Eye we strive to stay current and focus on ways to incorporate trends into everyday life. We have several lines of hand-crafted frames that offer this color in different shades to help you incorporate this calming and beautiful color into your everyday wardrobe! See some examples below:
Frames pictured are from Andy Wolf, Anne et Valentin, and Booth & Bruce! We have an even larger selection in store, so when you are ready, come out to see us and let us help you find your perfect shade of calm!
By: Rebecca Allen, Team Lead, ABOC
