COLOR TRENDS

Color Trends that Stand Out for Small Business Branding
Do you like researching color trends? You have come to the right place. If you are a designer, you need to know and understand color trends. If you need some help from color experts, we have the resources and tips for your business or non-profit! When setting up your branding and identity, it’s important to research the color of the year, fashion color trends, business color trends, interior design trends, wedding color trends, street fashion, crafts, branding, etc. to stay on top of the latest color combinations. Palettes, patterns, prints, fabric, it’s all important in the world of marketing and design.
What do people notice? What do they want to see? What is trending now? What is the psychology of color? Discover the latest color trends for 2012 on the COLOURlovers site. It’s for anyone who’s inspired to build the best possible brand for their business.
So what is the color of the year? TANGERINE ORANGE! Read more on www.colourlovers.com with Leatrice Eisman, “the international color guru.” Her color expertise is recognized worldwide, especially as a prime consultant to Pantone®. Read Leatrice Eisman’s full bio.

The above image is from www.COLOURlovers.com
Business color trends for 2012 are bright, bold, blocks of color. Bold blues and greens, citrus hues, accents of gray, overall colors that make people happy and promote feelings of joy. The look for branding is simple, not overly complicated. I’ve seen a lot of grays mixed with citrus colors lately. It’s a nice combination.
Below are a few more fun links from COLOURlovers:
Website Color Trends | 2012
Business Color Trends | Branding Palettes | 2012
Typography, An Info graphic
Creative Market is by COLOURlovers. It’s trending in 2012. Coming Soon! Patterns, Brushes, etc. Sign up and check it out!
On their website, I also found our own YELLOW BIRD PRESS palette while browsing. They call it:

When Janel and I picked yellow and gray, it just worked for our business. Our branding items are simple with just the right amount of color “pop”. I can’t wait to pass out our new business cards – hot off the press!
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Enjoy your quest for color trends and all other fun, creative things,
Nancy