Pantone Turquoise Color of the Year 2010
Turquoise Is 2010 Color of the Year- Optical and Fashion Eyewear – Accessories Trends for Eyecare Professional
Pantone, the world famous fashion color experts has declared Turquoise (Pantone 15-5519) the color of the year. (and fortunately one of my favorite colors) When you think of turquoise, it brings up images of, vacations, southwestern jewelry, spas, tropical paradise, pools, soothing music, fun drinks. Turquoise is a blend of Blue and green, represents water and healing and creative thought. Turquoise is also used in calming hyperactive and sensitive people by calming the mind.
Pantone says on their site: ‘In many cultures, Turquoise occupies a very special position in the world of color,” explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “It is believed to be a protective talisman, a color of deep compassion and healing, and a color of faith and truth, inspired by water and sky. Through years of color word-association studies, we also find that Turquoise represents an escape to many – taking them to a tropical paradise that is pleasant and inviting, even if only a fantasy.”
Whether envisioned as a tranquil ocean surrounding a tropical island or a protective stone warding off evil spirits,
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Turquoise is a color that most people respond to positively. It is universally flattering, has appeal for men and women, and translates easily to fashion and interiors. With both warm and cool undertones, Turquoise pairs nicely with any other color in the spectrum. Turquoise adds a splash of excitement to neutrals and browns, complements reds and pinks, creates a classic maritime look with deep blues, livens up all other greens, and is especially trend-setting with yellow-greens.
Zyloware: Daisy Fuentes Isabela with Turquoise interior
So what do you do about this?
- Turquoise is a gem that has been honored for over 4,000 years
- Turquoise is mined all over the world, including India, China and the US, Mexico, Afghanistan, Iran, Australia, Brazil, Israel, Tanzania, Argentina
- Turquoise is said to be of help for heart ailments, sciatica, toenails problems and blisters.
- There are over 25 Different types of turquoise
Fortunately I have my FYSH Black with Turquoise stripes,(Style 3345) unfortunately my favorite turquoise frame is lost somewhere on Wilshire Blvd, in Los Angeles, let me not forget my retro round turquoise Neostyle sunglasses with blue flash mirror coat, I lost in Hawaii, if only I had been wearing my Denise Solay Eyewear Jewelry!
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