Marsala Pantone® Colour 2015

Marsala

Pantone® 2015

Marsala is Pantone's 2015 muse and the colour of the year. Somewhere between red and brown, Marsala adds a touch of sophistication and warmth and is ideal for cosying up your home.

With an evocative name taken from the eponymous Sicilian town famed for its wine, Marsala is a beautiful blend of terracotta and red wine. The colour gains its intensity and warmth from the Italian volcanic soil. Intense and captivating, it has a certain nobility like purples, plums and burgundy.

How to use it?

Use it to spice up neutral colours

Interiors dominated by neutral and grey tones are always elegant, but can be made more interesting. A touch of Marsala can add a subtle hint of warmth; use it on cushions, curtains, a section of wall or on an armchair. As well as being sophisticated, it is something of a timeless classic.

For a touch of sensuality

While pinks and reds are sensual, Marsala adds a touch of the romantic. Pair it with floral patterns, which are incredibly popular at the moment.

For an intense spicy atmosphere

Combined with shades of brown - chocolate, amber or camel - Marsala becomes charismatic.

For an original touch

It combines perfectly with greens: khaki green, forest green, sea green, emerald or delicate bud green, evoking spring or autumn.

2015 - the year of Marsala! This rich earthy colour, somewhere between brick and red wine, has already made its way into several prêt-à-porter collections, including those by Isabel Marant, Roberto Cavalli and Tommy Hilfiger. What's more, this warm coppery burgundy goes well with a range of other shades.

Collection inspired by Pantone® de Tollens